SAFETY | 10 out of 10
Expert Quotes:
'Good,' frontal offset; 'good,' side impact
IIHS
Five stars overall; four stars, frontal; five stars, side impact
NHTSA
noticeable [brake] fade after multiple stops -- the Flex and CX-9 perform better
Edmunds
There's chrome trim everywhere, though, which means blinding reflections when the sun's at certain angles.
Edmunds
The 2012 Buick Enclave might just be one of the safest, sturdiest family vehicles you can get. With top crash-test ratings and a very strong list of features, the Enclave has the makings of a very safe vehicle.
Standard equipment on the Enclave includes front-seat side airbags, full-length side-curtain airbags, and electronic stability control. OnStar's Vehicle Diagnostics even monitor the stability control system.
The Enclave performs well in crash tests from both major U.S. safety programs, too. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has given it top 'good' ratings in all categories, as well as its Top Safety Pick designation, and it's been awarded four- and five-star ratings in federal tests--including a top five-star result in the new side pole test.
Conclusion
The 2012 Buick Enclave offers the peace of mind of top crash-test ratings, a strong structure, and plenty of safety equipment.
