Since its first introduce in 2008 until now, 2013 Buick Enclave seems to never make any bad track selling record that it could be entitled as the brand’s crossover flagship fro many years. The company’s decision to give a fresh exterior and interior design and a bit improvement on the suspension and powertrain, as well as new and upgraded hardware for the infotainment system and connectivity is considered the best thing to be done in order to keep its sale rising.
Exterior
2013 Buick Enclave only offers one trim level with three distinctive equipment packages. The fresh design received for this year model surely makes it looks more handsome than before. Its curvy sheet metal adding different touch to its all over profile mostly because of new and soft set of lines, with addition of chrome accents. It also has new LED lamps and grille on the front side. Standard equipment is available based on its equipment package. The base group will have 18-inch wheels as one its exterior features, while the leather and premium group will has 19-inch wheels and optional of 20-inch wheels as well as other premium equipment that suit the consumer’s need. Over all, the exterior refreshment is considered successful though it still maintains its contemporary look.
Interior
It is said that 2013 Buick Enclave’s fresh design is clearly seen from the cabin. You can find it has been through such a nice face-lift, with new trim and soft-touch materials used to replace the hard plastic on the previous Enclave that really ruined your comfortable feeling. The tweaks made here is successful in bringing a new and luxurious atmosphere for this family crossover. For the instrument panels, it is now looking more styling in Art Deco theme that actually has been planned by the company since few years ago which result in a more contemporary image since it is also completed by a big analog clock on the dashboard. Large LCD screen is also available to display the infotainment and navigation system.
Engine
All 2013 Buick Enclave’s group package will be equipped with the same engine as its powertrain. It is a 3.6 L V6 that pulls out 288 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque. Power will be sent to either front wheel drive as its standard model or all-wheel drive as an option by a six-speed automatic transmission. it is also could bring the crossover runs from 0 to 60 mph in 8.6 seconds.
Price
2013 Buick Enclave’s price is starting from $38,445 to $45,625 (cheaper than 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder but it’s more expensive than 2014 Mercedes Benz B-Class.