Buick Enclave

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Buick Enclave
Manufacturer	General Motors
Production	2008–
Assembly	Lansing, Michigan
Predecessor	Buick Rainier Buick Rendezvous Buick Terraza
Class	Full-size crossover SUV
Layout	FF layout/All wheel drive
Platform	GM Lambda platform
Engine	3.6 L 275 hp High Feature V6
Transmission	6-speed automatic
Wheelbase	118.9 in
Length	201.8 in
Width	79 in
Height	72.2 in
Curb weight	4780-4985 lb
Related	GMC Acadia Saturn Outlook
Similar	Acura MDX Chrysler Pacifica Volvo XC90

The Buick Enclave (and similar GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook) is a full-size crossover SUV to be launched for the 2008 model year by the Buick division of General Motors. The three vehicles will share the new GM Lambda platform. The Enclave was previewed at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, officially as a concept car, making it the first Lambda vehicle to be displayed.

The Enclave will replace both of Buick's current SUVs, the minivan-based Rendezvous, the truck-based Rainier, as well as the Terraza minivan. It will feature seating for at least six, and up to eight with a third row with a foot well, generous interior space, and either front- or all-wheel drive.

Press reports indicate that the Lambda SUVs will feature available 3-row 8-passenger seating and the 275 hp 3.6 L High Feature V6 engine. A V8 engine was reportedly going to be offered on the GMC and Buick versions but was unlikely in the Saturn. When pricing and options information were released for the 2008 Buick Enclave, there was no V8 engine available. The Lambda vehicles will be built at GM's new Delta Township Assembly plant near Lansing, Michigan. Based on car dealership orders, the Buick Enclave seems to be a big hit. Car deals have already pre-ordered 6,000 units.

[edit] References

• Buick shows off Enclave crossover concept; production version due in '07. AutoWeek. Retrieved on January 9, 2006.
• Buick Enclave Online Community at Enclaveforum.net
• Enclave Information and Discussion at Cheers and Gears

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