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2010 Buick Enclave Safety Review

August 14, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Good," frontal offset, side, and rear tests
IIHS

Five stars, frontal and side tests
NHTSA

high-strength steel for protection
Car and Driver

Safety is typically a top concern for families and luxury shoppers, and the 2010 Buick Enclave addresses this with top crash-test performance and a full roster of safety features.

Crash-test results for the 2010 Buick Enclave are about the best possible for such a vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) scores the Buick Enclave at five stars for front and side impact protection, while giving the big crossover four stars for rollover resistance. The insurance-affiliated IIHS awards its top "good" rating in frontal offset, side-impact, and seat-based rear-impact tests. The Enclave has also been an IIHS Top Safety Pick.

For 2010, new electronic stability systems monitored by OnStar’s Vehicle Diagnostics offer even more safety features than last year’s model. The Enclave, of course, comes with standard front-seat side airbags, full-length side-curtain airbags, and electronic stability control. According to Car and Driver, GM uses "high-strength steel for protection" of its occupants.

Conclusion

The 2010 Buick Enclave is one of the safest choices in this class, with high crash-test scores and an arsenal of standard safety equipment to give buyers peace of mind.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Good," frontal offset, side, and rear testsIIHSFive stars, frontal and side testsNHTSAhigh-strength steel for protectionCar and Driver Safety is typically a top concern for families and luxury shoppers, and the 2010 Buick Enclave addresses this with top crash-test performance and a full roster of safety features. Crash-test results for the 2010 Buick Enclave are about the best possible for such a vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) scores the Buick Enclave at five stars for front and side impact protection, while giving the big crossover four stars for rollover resistance. The insurance-affiliated IIHS awards its top "good" rating in frontal offset, side-impact, and seat-based rear-impact tests. The Enclave has also been an IIHS Top Safety Pick. For 2010, new electronic stability systems monitored by OnStar’s Vehicle Diagnostics offer even more safety features than last year’s model. The Enclave, of course, comes with standard front-seat side airbags, full-length side-curtain airbags, and electronic stability control. According to Car and Driver, GM uses "high-strength steel for protection" of its occupants. ConclusionThe 2010 Buick Enclave is one of the safest choices in this class, with high crash-test scores and an arsenal of standard safety equipment to give buyers peace of mind. 2010 BUICK ENCLAVE STYLING | [9 out of 10] Detroit News: "The cool, smooth lines of the Enclave's exterior carry country club airs" The Auto Channel: "an Art Deco feel" New York Times: “G.M. was successful in its effort to upgrade its interiors” Truck Trend: "voluptuous skin" The ...

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The 2010 Buick Enclave provides a new benchmark for American luxury crossovers, and it’s a viable rival to other luxury-brand vehicles. The Buick has the most space in its class; the Lincoln MKT comes close, with a beautiful interior and three accommodating rows. Otherwise, only the Audi Q7 and Volvo XC90 offer three rows of seats, but their last rows are more suited for children than adults. If power is your thing, the Volvo XC90, Audi Q7, and Infiniti RX all offer optional V-8 engines in their crossovers, but these tend to be thirsty when it comes to fuel consumption. The Lexus RX 350 has a conservative interior ambiance that’s closest to that of the Enclave, if that’s what you like.

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Comments (3 total)

  1. By  enclave #1, Posted: 8/26/2009

    Looks like they have pulled out the stops on the marketing for this one. I have seen some viral videos that show it in action. I wonder if the GM ad agency has been pushing these.

  2. By Robert #2, Posted: 9/7/2009

    We love our 2009 Buick Enclave! Bought it loaded with all options. Incredible number of features for the money. Beautiful inside and out. The 3rd row leg/headroom space and bucket seats in 2nd row important for us, so better than Pilot, MDX, Highlander, CX9, Lexus, Ford's, etc. Excellent in ice and snow. Very quiet, great ride.

  3. By Melis #3, Posted: 10/29/2009

    I just want to get word out about the Navigation system so people don't continue to have this feature included when it isn't nearly what it's cracked up to be. I've spoken to several other people about it and they share the opinion. It's AWFUL! The rest of the car is great in every respect. Just skip the Navigation system.

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