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Buick Enclave
2023 Buick Enclave
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$52,035
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Ford Explorer
2023 Ford Explorer
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$36,760
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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Overview

Engine
3.6L V6 Gas
Engine
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

Buick Enclave
2022-2023 Buick Enclave Rear Angle View
2022-2023 Buick Enclave Dashboard
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Ford Explorer
2020-2023 Ford Explorer Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Ford Explorer Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.6L V6 Gas
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
310 hp @ 6800 rpm
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
266 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,398 lbs
4,345 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
5,300 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
21 MPG
24 MPG
City
18 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.4 Tons/yr
7.3 (2022) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19.4 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
349.2 miles
375.9 miles
Cruising Range Highway
504.4 miles
501.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
204.78 in
198.8 in
Height
69.9 in
70.2 in
Max Width
78.8 in
78.9 in
Front Width
67.3 in
66.9 in
Rear Width
67 in
66.9 in
Wheelbase
120.93 in
119.1 in
Ground Clearance
7.5 in
8.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
7 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.2 in
43 in
Front Seat Headroom
42.6 in
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
62.23 in
61.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
59.04 in
59.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.3 in
39 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.87 in
40.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
61.64 in
61.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
57.66 in
59.1 in
Third Row Leg Room
33.5 in
32.2 in
Third Row Headroom
37.62 in
38.9 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
57.3 in
54.6 in
Third Row Hip Room
48.53 in
40.9 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
97.4 ft³
87.8 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
57.7 ft³
47.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
23.6 ft³
18.2 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
48.1 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
32.8 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Electric
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
39 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x TBD
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x TBD
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
5-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P255/65R18
P255/65HR18
Rear Tire
P255/65R18
P255/65HR18
Spare Tire
T135/70R18
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Atlas Blue Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Forged Green Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White

Standard Interior Materials

  • Dark Galvanized with Ebony interior accents, Perforated Leather-appointed seats
  • Whisper Beige seats with Ebony interior accents, Perforated Leather-appointed seats
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Seat-Massage
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Navigation from Telematics
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Optional
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
1 Year/1 Visit
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
Preliminary 2023 Warranty
N/A
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