2024 Buick Enclave Essence
Let’s be honest—nobody’s lining up to drag race a Buick Enclave. This thing is basically a rolling living room, perfect for hauling kids, groceries, or your in-laws and their unsolicited advice. But hey, it’s got enough pep with its 310 hp engine to handle highway merges without embarrassing you.
At over 4,400 lbs, it’s a small planet, but it still glides up to 60 mph in just 7.72 seconds, thanks to our users awesome launch. Translation: You’ll beat minivans off the line and *almost* keep up with your neighbor’s overpriced crossover.
| Specification |
2024 Buick Enclave Essence |
| Horsepower |
310 hp |
| 0-60 mph Time |
7.72 seconds |
| Top Speed |
130 mph (estimated) |
| Engine Type |
3.6L V6 |
| Torque |
266 lb-ft |
| Transmission |
9-speed automatic |
| Curb Weight |
~4,400 lbs |
2022 Buick Enclave Premium
The 2022 Premium is like the 2024’s slightly chiller cousin. It’s got the same engine but takes an extra *blink* to hit 60 mph at 8.04 seconds. Still, it’s got zero drama merging onto highways or passing RVs on road trips thanks to a 9 speed transmission .
The Enclave accelerates slow but smooth, thanks to V6' linear and broad torque curve.
| Specification |
2022 Buick Enclave Premium |
| Horsepower |
310 hp |
| 0-60 mph Time |
8.04 seconds |
| Top Speed |
130 mph (estimated) |
| Engine Type |
3.6L V6 |
| Torque |
266 lb-ft |
| Transmission |
9-speed automatic |
| Curb Weight |
~4,400 lbs |
What's the real-world 0-60 mph time of the Buick Enclave?
Going by the user-submitted 0-60 videos of the Buick Enclave above, you can expect anywhere between 7.7 to 8.2 seconds to 60 mph time. The 60 mph time is also heavily dependent on your skill as a driver, and ambient and vehicle conditions.
How Can I Get the best 0-60 mph in my Buick Enclave?
Things like adjusting tire pressure, testing at night when temps are cooler, and getting rid of excess stuff from the car could improve the 0-60 mph time.
Always test 60 mph on closed courses using proper safety gear.
What can I do to make my Buick Enclave go quicker?
Enclave is a minivan and not a performance car. The best you can do is reduce unsprung mass for example- Test with a minimum amount of fuel and maybe try and brake boost a little.
What Are some of the quicker Buick Enclave alternatives?
Given the enclave starts at around 45K, The Acura MDX is its sole and closest rival with a 290 hp V6 and does 60 mph in 6.7 seconds.
