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Buick Enclave 2009

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Buick Enclave 2009

La revanche américaine

Par Daniel Rufiange

Lancé en 2008, l'Enclave a connu des débuts intéressants. Malheureusement, la flambée des prix du pétrole ralentira l'ardeur des amateurs. N'en demeure pas moins que, cette fois-ci, GM a accouché d'un produit intéressant. Surtout que ce produit provient d'une division du géant américain qui pourrait être la prochaine à rendre l'âme, après Olds-mobile. L'avenir est-il rassuré pour autant ?

Carrosserie

Malgré ses 2261 kilos, l'Enclave présente des lignes fluides et harmonieuses. Son museau se démarque nettement et donne le ton, malgré une proéminence un peu abusive de la calandre et des phares. À l'arrière, l'harmonie des lignes est tout aussi remarquable; postérieur bombé, lunette arrondie et feux imposants qui partagent leur espace entre le hayon et les ailes. On constate que les stylistes de GM ont osé et, enfin, accouché de superbes lignes. Quant au profil de l'utilitaire, sa ligne rejoint les extrémités avec style, à la manière d'un pont qui relie deux rives tellement le véhicule est corpulent; l'Enclave fait plus de 5 mètres. Puis, il y a ces roues massives qui viennent donner du panache au véhicule; 18 pouces sur la version CX et 19 sur la CLX. Ces deux versions sont offertes avec la traction ou la transmission intégrale.

Habitacle

On subit un choc à l'intérieur. La qualité a été rehaussée à tous les niveaux. Les plastiques, qui drapent le tableau de bord, sont de bon goût, et les cuirs utilisés ne font plus bon marché. Même chose pour les appliques de bois; terminée l'époque du préfini ! Qui plus est, la présentation est jolie et très ergonomique. Toutes les options imaginables peuvent se trouver une niche à l'intérieur de l'Enclave. Système de divertissement DVD, chaîne audio Bose, caméra et sonar de recul, radio satellite XM, kyrielle de commandes au volant et toit panoramique pour les passagers arrière qui, soit dit en passant, bénéficient d'un espace généreux et de toutes les commodités. Il à noter que GM propose un accès facile à la troisième banquette (que la concurrence prenne des notes) grâce à un dégagement entre les deux fauteuils arrière, une vraie allée d'autobus (version à sept places). Si l'on choisit la configuration à huit places, l'accès à la troisième banquette est tout aussi facile grâce à la fonction smartslide, qui permet de glisser vers l'avant les sièges de deuxième rangée pour libérer un espace menant à l'arrière. Quand on s'y rend, on trouve une place confortable et assez de dégagement pour les jambes pour se permettre une longue randonnée. De plus, l'excellente insonorisation de l'habitacle nous permet de parler au chauffeur sans hausser le ton.

Mécanique

Une seule mécanique sous le capot, le V6 de 3,6 litres développant 288 chevaux, jumelé à une boîte de vitesses automatique à 6 rapports. Si cette dernière nous offre des passages de rapports en douceur, elle se montre capricieuse aussitôt qu'on effleure l'accélérateur; elle cherche alors un rapport à nous proposer alors qu'on ne le souhaite pas vraiment. En matière de consommation, j'ai obtenu une moyenne de 12,9 litres aux 100 kilomètres; c'est à prendre ou à laisser, mais correct pour ce type de véhicule.

Comportement

Le comportement routier de l'Enclave brise une désagréable tradition de GM; celle de donner l'impression au conducteur d'être un capitaine de bateau plutôt qu'un pilote. Ce n'est pas parfait, soyons clair. La suspension pourrait bénéficier d'un léger raffermissement, mais en revanche, la douceur de roulement est exemplaire, l'insonorité, top niveau, et le roulis, limité. >conclusion Il n'y a que six pages de l'Annuel de l'automobile qui sont consacrées à Buick. En soi, c'est inquiétant (à moins de s'appeler Ferrari). Cependant, si les autres produits de la gamme empruntent la recette de l'Enclave, la marque est là pour rester; d'ailleurs, en Chine, les choses vont rondement. L'Enclave n'a rien à envier aux autres VUS de sa catégorie. Au détour, il offre sept vraies places et un luxe « abordable ». On ne peut que lui souhaiter une motorisation plus verte, et le tour sera joué.

Deuxième avis : Benoit Charette

Il y a bien des années que Buick se cherche une image. Devenue aux fils du temps une division majoritairement composée de clones qui n'avait pas le panache de Cadillac et un style plus conservateur que Oldsmobile, on avait l'impression de n'y voir que des véhicules destinés au troisième âge. Grâce à l'Enclave, l'an dernier, Buick a prouvé qu'elle peut encore être dans le coup. Depuis la défunte Riviera, aucun véhicule de la famille ne s'était autant démarqué. Malgré son format hors normes, l'Enclave est confortable, spacieux et luxueux, sans compter qu'il cible très bien les familles qui veulent l'espace et la convivialité d'une fourgonnette enveloppée dans le confort de roulement et les attributs d'une berline de luxe. En prime, Buick a fait des efforts concertés pour le démarquer visuellement des Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia et Chevrolet Traverse.

Informations

Warranty Basic:
4 Years/80,000 km

Drivetrain:
5 Years/160,000 km

Corrosion:
3 Years/60,000 km
Rust-Through
6 Years/160,000 km

Hybrid/Electric Components:
8 Years/160,000 km

Roadside Assistance:
5 Years/160,000 km
includes Courtesy Transportation

Prix sommaire du véhicule

Description PDSF
Prix de base 50,145.00 $
Frais de transport 1,300.00 $
Prix total des options 0.00 $
Prix total avec les options 51,445.00 $
Prix total sans les options 51,445.00 $

Vehicle

Emissions
G/km Of CO2 Emissions N/A
Kg/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 20K km/year N/A
Vehicle
EPA Classification 4 Door SUV

Powertrain

Transmission
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code MY9
Trans Type 6
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.48
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.87
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.84
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.41
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.74
Reverse Ratio (:1) 2.88
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.16
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High N/A
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low N/A
Mileage
EnerGuide Estimate - City 12.7 L/100 km
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy 8.4 L/100 km
Cruising Range - City 1541.96 mi
Cruising Range - Hwy 2331.30 mi
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - Combined N/A
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - Hwy N/A
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - City N/A
Engine
Engine Order Code LLT
Engine Type Gas V6
Displacement 3.6L/220
Fuel System SIDI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 288 @ 6300
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 270 @ 3400
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 170
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity 11.8 qts

Dimensions

Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity 7
Passenger Volume 153 ft³
Front Head Room 40.4 in
Front Leg Room 41.3 in
Front Shoulder Room 62.0 in
Front Hip Room 57.2 in
Second Head Room 39.4 in
Second Leg Room 36.8 in
Second Shoulder Room 61.4 in
Second Hip Room 57.0 in
Third Head Room 37.8 in
Third Leg Room 33.2 in
Third Shoulder Room 57.4 in
Third Hip Room 48.3 in
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase 118.9 in
Length, Overall 201.8 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 79.0 in
Height, Overall 72.2 in
Track Width, Front 67.3 in
Track Width, Rear 67.1 in
Min Ground Clearance 8.4 in
Rear Door Opening Height N/A
Rear Door Opening Width N/A
Liftover Height N/A
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 N/A
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline N/A
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings N/A
Cargo Box (Area) Height N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 115.0 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 65.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 23.3 ft³

Chassis

Weight Information
Base Curb Weight 4780 lbs
Curb Weight - Front N/A
Curb Weight - Rear N/A
Curb Weight N/A
Total Option Weight 0.00 lbs
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 4500 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 450 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Suspension Type - Rear Independent
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front N/A
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front N/A
Tires
Front Tire Size P255/60R19
Rear Tire Size P255/60R19
Spare Tire Size Compact
Wheels
Front Wheel Size 19 x 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Size 19 x 7.5 in
Spare Wheel Size Compact in
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Steering
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 16.1
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.89
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 40.4 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A
Brakes
Brake Type Pwr
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.8 x 1.1 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 13.0 x 0.8 in
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 83.3 L
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A

MECHANICAL

  • 3.6L SIDI VVT V6 engine
  • 6-speed electronic automatic transmission
  • 3.16 axle ratio
  • Front wheel drive
  • Battery run down protection
  • 170-amp alternator
  • 4-wheel independent suspension
  • Variable assist pwr steering
  • Pwr front & rear disc brakes
  • Dual exhaust system w/chrome tips

EXTERIOR

  • 19" x 7.5" machined aluminum wheels
  • P255/60R19 all-season BSW tires
  • Compact spare tire, limited use only
  • Brushed aluminum roof rails
  • Body-coloured rear spoiler
  • Chrome beltline moulding
  • HID projector headlamps w/blue tint lenses
  • Front halogen fog lamps
  • Body-coloured pwr folding pwr heated mirrors -inc: integrated turn signals, memory feature, driver side electrochromic
  • Light tint windshield
  • Dark tint rear windows & liftgate glass
  • Intermittent front & rear windshield wipers w/washers
  • Pwr rear liftgate
  • Chrome door handles

ENTERTAINMENT

  • AM/FM stereo w/MP3 compatible CD player -inc: seek & scan, RDS, digital clock, TheftLock, speed-compensated volume, auto-tone control, (10) premium Bose speakers, (2) rear headphone jacks, rear audio controls, aux pwr outlet, aux input jack
  • Fixed hex antenna
  • XM satellite radio -inc: digital sound quality w/coast-to-coast signal coverage (Includes (3) free trial months beyond which service fees apply)
  • Bluetooth system -inc: microphone, voice recognition

INTERIOR

  • 7-passenger seating -inc: (2) front heated bucket seats, 8-way pwr driver seat w/memory, 4-way pwr front passenger seat, driver & front passenger pwr lumbar, 2nd row Smart Slide captain chairs, 3rd row 60/40 split folding bench seat, (4) front cupholders, (4) 2nd row cupholders, (2) 3rd row cupholders
  • Perforated leather seat trim
  • Front centre console -inc: armrest, storage & universal home remote
  • Colour-keyed carpeting w/1st & 2nd row floor mats
  • Pwr tilt & telescoping steering column
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/wood accents & audio controls
  • Engine immobilizer
  • Instrumentation -inc: oil life monitor, outside temp gauge, tire pressure monitor, driver info centre, compass
  • Pwr front windows -inc: driver & front passenger express up/down & rear disable
  • Pwr & programmable door locks w/lockout protection
  • Cruise control
  • Remote keyless entry w/panic button
  • Remote engine start
  • Audible & visible theft deterrent system
  • Tri-zone automatic climate control -inc: individual climate settings for driver, front passenger, second row, third row
  • Rear window defogger
  • Cupholders -inc: (4) front, (4) 2nd row, (2) 3rd row
  • Quiet tuning
  • 12V pwr outlet
  • 110V pwr outlet
  • Electrochromic rearview mirror w/OnStar controls
  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
  • Lighting -inc: centre & cargo dome, 1st & 2nd row reading lights, entry, exit & theatre dimming features
  • Under-floor rear storage compartment

SAFETY

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • StabiliTrak vehicle stability control system w/rollover protection
  • Traction control
  • Driver & front passenger dual stage air bags w/passenger sensor
  • Driver & front passenger side impact air bags
  • 1st, 2nd & 3rd row curtain air bags
  • OnStar in-vehicle communications & assistance service -inc: (1) year Directions & Connections Plan w/Turn-By-Turn Navigation
  • Rear view camera system w/rear view mirror display
  • Ultrasonic rear parking assist
  • Height adjustable front row seat belts w/pretensioners
  • Child security rear door locks
  • LATCH seat provisions -inc: lower anchors & top tethers for children

AIR COND EXCISE TAX

FEDERAL AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX ___ 100 $

PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP

PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1SB 0 $
1SP ADVERTISED SPECIAL
  • inc: 2-panel sunroof w/pwr tilt/sliding front panel, fixed rear panel, pwr rear panel sunscreen, engine block heater
  • *Available to dealers in the AB region*
1SP 0 $

ENGINE

3.6L SIDI VVT V6 ENGINE
  • (STD)
LLT 0 $

TRANSMISSION

6-SPEED ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • (STD)
MY9 0 $

WHEELS

19" X 7.5" MACHINED ALUMINUM WHEELS
  • (STD)
P64 0 $
19" X 7.5" CHROMED ALUMINUM WHEELS P65 655 $

PAINT

DARK CRIMSON METALLIC
  • inc: dark blossom red lower accent
12U 0 $
QUICKSILVER METALLIC
  • inc: charcoal lower accent
17U 0 $
MING BLUE METALLIC
  • inc: dark argent lower accent
25U 0 $
WHITE OPAL
  • inc: charcoal lower accent
40U 0 $
GOLD MIST METALLIC
  • inc: dark cocoa ash lower accent
51U 0 $
COCOA METALLIC
  • inc: dark cocoa ash lower accent
81U 0 $
SILVER GREEN METALLIC
  • inc: charcoal lower accent
92U 0 $
CARBON BLACK METALLIC
  • inc: dark argent lower accent
58U 115 $
RED JEWEL TINTCOAT
  • inc: dark argent lower accent
80U 515 $
WHITE DIAMOND TRICOAT
  • inc: satin nickel metallic lower accent
98U 995 $

PAINT SCHEME

STANDARD PAINT ___ 0 $

SEATING ARRANGEMENT

7-PASSENGER SEATING
  • inc: (2) front heated bucket seats, 8-way pwr driver seat w/memory, 4-way pwr front passenger seat, driver & front passenger pwr lumbar, 2nd row Smart Slide captain chairs, 3rd row 60/40 split folding bench seat, (4) front cupholders, (4) 2nd row cupholders, (2) 3rd row cupholders (STD)
ABB 0 $
8-PASSENGER SEATING
  • inc: (2) front heated bucket seats, 8-way pwr driver seat w/memory, 4-way pwr front passenger seat, driver & front passenger pwr lumbar, 2nd row Smart Slide 60/40 flat folding bench seat w/fold down middle armrest, (2) cupholders, 3rd row 60/40 split folding bench seat
ABC 0 $

SEAT TRIM

DARK TITANIUM/LIGHT TITANIUM, PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM 832 0 $
EBONY, PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM 192 0 $
COCOA/LIGHT CASHMERE, PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM 392 0 $

RADIO

AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD PLAYER
  • inc: seek & scan, RDS, digital clock, TheftLock, speed-compensated volume, auto-tone control, (10) premium Bose speakers, (2) rear headphone jacks, rear audio controls, aux pwr outlet, aux input jack (STD)
US8 0 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD/DVD PLAYER & REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
  • inc: seek & scan, RDS, digital clock, TheftLock, speed-compensated volume, auto-tone control, DVD player w/remote control, overhead display, (2) sets of wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, 10-speaker advanced Bose surround sound system, (2) rear headphone jacks, rear seat audio controls
  • (N/A w/PCU Bose Premium Audio Pkg)
UVA 1750 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD PLAYER & DVD BASED NAVIGATION
  • inc: ability to display real-time traffic data, seek & scan, RDS, clock, TheftLock, speed-compensated volume, auto-tone control, voice recognition, rear view camera integrated in navigation display, (10) premium Bose speakers, (2) rear headphone jacks, rear seat audio controls
  • *Required XM radio & XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately after (3) month trial period. XM NavTraffic is only available in select markets. At the time of print, incident data is available in Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal. Limited flow data is available for Toronto.*
U3R 3065 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD/DVD PLAYER, REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM & NAVIGATION
  • inc: ability to display real-time traffic data, seek & scan, RDS, digital clock, TheftLock, speed-compensated volume, auto-tone control, voice recognition, rear view camera integrated in navigation display, DVD player w/remote control, overhead display, (2) sets of wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, 10-speaker advanced Bose surround sound system, (2) rear headphone jacks, rear seat audio controls
  • *Required XM radio & XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately after (3) month trial period. XM NavTraffic is only available in select markets. At the time of print, incident data is available in Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal. Limited flow data is available for Toronto.*
UZR 4815 $

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

TRAILER TOWING PKG
  • inc: 7-pin trailer wiring harness, trans cooler, electric brake controller harness, HD trailer hitch platform & 2" receiver
  • *Does not include trailer hitch*
V92 550 $
SUNROOF & DVD PKG CREDIT
  • (REQ: PDN Sunroof & DVD Pkg)
  • *CREDIT*
___ 0 $
SUNROOF & NAVIGATION PKG CREDIT
  • (REQ: PCN Sunroof & Navigation Pkg)
  • *CREDIT*
___ 0 $
SUNROOF DVD & NAVIGATION PKG CREDIT
  • (REQ: PDB Sunroof DVD & Navigation Pkg)
  • *CREDIT*
___ 0 $
CARGO CONVENIENCE PKG
  • inc: cargo net, cargo area shade cover
  • *Dealer installed* (LPO)
VQR 155 $
HIT THE ROAD PKG
  • inc: body-coloured moulded assist steps, roof rack cross rail pkg, all-weather cargo area mat
  • *Dealer installed* (LPO)
ACX 1300 $
MOULDED SPLASH GUARDS
  • inc: front & rear colour matched splash guards
  • (N/A w/12U Paint)
  • *Dealer installed* (LPO)
VQK 300 $
2-PANEL SUNROOF
  • inc: pwr tilt/sliding front panel, fixed rear panel, pwr sunscreen
C3U 1685 $
FRONT LICENSE PLATE MOUNTING PROVISIONS
  • *Included for vehicles shipped to BC, MB, NB, NL, NT, NS, NU, ON. Optional for vehicles shipped to AB, PE, QC, SK, YT*
VK3 15 $
HEATED & COOLED SEATS
  • inc: driver & front passenger seats
KB6 745 $
2-WAY ADVANCED REMOTE VEHICLE STARTER SYSTEM
  • inc: greater operating range, ability to control a second vehicle if properly equipped, display screen that shows the last command performed by the transmitter, remote start countdown timer, tire pressure, fuel level, odometer readings
  • *Dealer installed* (LPO)
VBS 325 $
REAR FLOOR COMPARTMENT
  • inc: second row console w/storage, armrest, cupholders
  • (REQ: ABB 7-Passenger Seating)
DK1 305 $
SUNROOF & DVD PKG
  • inc: 2-panel sunroof w/pwr tilt/sliding front panel, fixed rear panel, rear panel pwr sunshade, (UVA) AM/FM stereo, MP3 compatible CD/DVD player w/remote control, rear seat DVD player w/remote control, overhead display, (2) wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, advanced Bose 10-speaker 5.1 surround sound audio system, rear seat audio controls w/(2) headphone jacks
  • *Includes 110V pwr outlet w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group*
PDN 3435 $
SUNROOF & NAVIGATION PKG
  • inc: 2-panel sunroof w/pwr tilt/sliding front panel, fixed rear panel, rear panel pwr sunshade, (U3R) AM/FM stereo w/CD player, DVD navigation w/voice recognition, rear view camera system displayed in navigation screen, Bose premium 10-speaker audio system w/amplifier, XM NavTraffic trial subscription, rear seat audio controls w/(2) headphone jacks (headphones not included), aux input jack
  • *Required XM radio & XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately after trial period. XM NavTraffic is only available in select markets. Incident data is available for Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal. Limited flow data is available for Toronto.*
PCN 4750 $
SUNROOF, DVD & NAVIGATION PKG
  • inc: 2-panel sunroof w/pwr tilt/sliding front panel, fixed rear panel, rear panel pwr sunshade, (UZR) AM/FM stereo w/CD player, DVD navigation w/voice recognition, rear seat DVD player w/remote control, overhead display, (2) wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, rear view camera system displayed in navigation screen, advanced Bose 10-speaker 5.1 surround sound audio system, XM NavTraffic trial subscription, rear seat audio controls w/(2) headphone jacks (headphones not included)
  • *Required XM radio & XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately after trial period. XM NavTraffic is only available in select markets. Incident data is available for Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal. Limited flow data is available for Toronto.*
PDB 6500 $
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
  • *w/1SN available in ON region only*
K05 100 $
STEERABLE HEADLAMPS TSH 425 $