The new Buick Enclave will need its lissome shape and its light-footed handling to compete against its main rivals.
The Acura MDX and Honda Pilot have excellent packaging, lots of nifty functional touches—and the MDX has a Sport Hybrid companion with very good fuel economy.
The Infiniti QX60 has interesting rear styling, but dullsville performance and a less convincingly finished interior.
The Mazda CX-9 blows away the brand’s inexpensive reputation with its fine finishes, but it’s not truly quick, and its accommodations are not truly spacious.
Finally, think about the Enclave as a rival for the Chrysler Pacifica; minus the sliding side doors, the two trade blows in styling, acceleration, and safety features, though the Pacifica has fold-away seats, sliding side doors, and a plug-in hybrid in its checklist.
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The 2018 Buick Enclave hones its appeal with beautiful style, much-improved handling, and no-nonsense technology. |
The 2018 Acura MDX should be atop many lists for luxury buyers looking for spacious family crossovers. Others may do bits and pieces better, but the MDX offers a complete—and well-considered package. |
The 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is a winner, combining our favorite minivan with a fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid powertrain and useful 33-mile electric range |
The 2018 Honda Pilot ranks among the very best three-row crossover SUVs; it’s all about the packaging. |
The 2018 Infiniti QX60 is an elegant, and simple, solution for families looking for a luxury crossover. |
The 2018 Mazda CX-9 meets or exceeds expectations for what a mainstream three-row crossover can be. Have you seen it? |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $39,995 | $44,200 | $26,995 | $30,900 | $43,300 | $32,130 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Gas V6 | Premium Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Minivans 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD |
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| FWD 4-Door | FWD | L FWD | LX 2WD | FWD | Sport FWD |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility | Passenger Van | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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