2009 Buick Enclave Trims and Specs

The front-wheel-drive 2009 Buick Enclave CX represents the base trim for this midsize crossover SUV. Featuring a 24-valve, 3.6-liter DOHC V6 engine and 6-speed shiftable automatic, the 2009 Enclave CX delivers 275 hp and 254 ft-lbs of torque at 3,200 RPM. It rides on a Lambda platform with a four-wheel independent suspension. With a 119-inch wheelbase, it seats seven people, but eight can be accommodated with the optional second-row bench. The second-row bucket seats can also be replaced with captain's chairs. Cargo capacity starts at 18.9 cubic feet, but expands to 116 with both rear rows folded flat. Exterior access is via a power liftgate. A roof rack is also standard.

The extensive features list includes power windows, locks, and heated mirrors, remote entry with programmable locks, a 6-way driver's and 2-way passenger seat, a trip computer, Bluetooth, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, and intermittent front and rear wipers. The CD/MP3 player comes with radio data and satellite radio. Tilt and telescopic steering, six cupholders (two for each row), a compass and temperature gauge, a tachometer, and a security system are also standard.

Earning five stars in frontal and side impact tests (four in rollovers), the 2009 Enclave CX offers standard traction and stability control, rollover mitigation, front and rear stabilizer bars, 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, and dual-stage dual front side airbags with passenger sensors. Side curtain airbags for all three rows are also standard. A tire monitor measures pressure in the 18-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires. OnStar, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, bi-xenon automatic headlights, and foglights round out the package. Options add a rearview camera and navigation system, parking sensors, remote start, a sunroof, folding mirrors, and a towing package.

Adding the full-time all-wheel-drive system to the 2009 Buick Enclave CX AWD reduces fuel economy to 16/22 mpg, but provides extra traction on slippery roads. The system comes with a limited-slip center differential, but is not meant for real off-roading. This midsize crossover SUV gets its power from a 3.6-liter DOHC V6 with variable valve timing (hence its somewhat decent fuel economy) and delivers 275 hp and 254 ft-lbs of torque. A 6-speed shiftable automatic is the only transmission.

Emphasis here is on passenger comfort. Front- and second-row legroom numbers max out at 41 and 37 inches. The SUV seats seven with second-row bucket seats, or eight with an optional bench. The second row slides back and forth 3 inches and also flips up for access to the third row. Both rear rows fold flat, expanding the 18.9 cubic feet of cargo room to 116 cubic feet. Second-row passengers get their own climate control. The cargo area features several compartments, a power liftgate, and an intermittent wiper. A roof rack adds more storage space.

Full power accessories include power front seats (6-way driver's and 2-way passenger), heated mirrors, remote entry, a trip computer, Bluetooth, and wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls for the 6-speaker CD/MP3 player. A trial period of satellite radio is also standard. Leather upholstery is complemented by the leather and wood interior trim. The requisite six cupholders, security system, tilt and telescopic steering, tachometer, compass, and temperature readout are also included.

On the safety front, the 2009 Enclave CX AWD features 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes, dual front-side and side curtain airbags for all rows, traction and stability control, front and rear stabilizer bars, rollover mitigation, and 18-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires. A tire monitor, automatic xenon HID lamps, foglights, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror are all standard. Available options include parking sensors and a camera, folding side mirrors, a navigation system, remote start, and a sunroof.

Combining luxury and versatility, the CXL sits at the top of the 2009 Buick Enclave's lineup of midsize crossovers. This front-wheel-drive SUV adds plenty of comfort features, including heated front seats, leather upholstery, 8-way and 4-way power front seats with driver's memory settings, a garage opener, and four 12V power outlets in the first and second rows. It also gets 19-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires.

Powering all this is a 3.6-liter, 24-valve DOHC V6 with 275 hp and 254 ft-lbs of torque at 3,200 RPM. It comes paired with a 6-speed shiftable automatic. The 2009 Enclave CXL seats seven, with two rows of reclining bucket seats and a third-row bench. A second-row bench is optional if you need to fit eight passengers. Both rear rows fold flat, and the second row also flips and slides forward. Cargo capacity starts at 18.9 cubic feet, but opens up to 116 with both rows folded. A power liftgate, rear window wiper, and roof rack are all standard. In addition to the comfort upgrades, the 2009 Enclave has full power accessories, keyless entry, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, front and rear climate control, heated mirrors, front intermittent wipers, a trip computer, Bluetooth, a 6-speaker CD player with MP3 input jack, satellite radio, and tilt and telescopic steering. Leather and real wood trim continue the luxury feel. On the dash sit a tachometer, temperature gauge, and compass.

Like the CX, the 2009 Enclave CXL earns top marks in crash tests. Dual-stage dual front-side airbags offer passenger deactivation. Side curtain airbags cover all rows. Traction and stability control, rollover mitigation, 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, and front and rear stabilizer bars keep passengers safe. Other important safety equipment includes xenon headlamps, foglights, automatic headlights, a tire monitor, and OnStar. You can boost the safety profile by adding an optional rearview camera, parking sensors, and a navigation system. Also available are remote start and a sunroof.

Take a roomy luxury crossover and add full-time AWD, and you get the 2009 Buick Enclave CXL AWD. Along with a limited-slip center differential, the AWD system gives this midsize crossover SUV more traction in tough driving situations, but is not intended for off-road use. The 3.6-liter DOHC V6 and 6-speed shiftable automatic deliver 275 hp and 254 ft-lbs of torque and offer a towing capacity of 4,500 pounds (with the optional tow package). Fuel economy averages 16/22 mpg. The crossover rides on a Macpherson strut front and multilink rear suspension and gets larger 19-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires.

Other upgrades from the CX AWD include leather upholstery, heated front seats, and more power settings for the front seats (8-way and 4-way respectively). Driver's memory settings, a garage opener, and four power outlets are also standard. These join the full power setup, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, keyless programmable entry, front and rear wipers, front and rear climate control, leather and mahogany trim, and power liftgate. The CD player features satellite radio and an MP3 input jack. Bluetooth allows for hands-free phone use. A trip computer, tachometer, temperature readout, and compass provide added information for the driver. Remote start, a navigation system, and a sunroof are useful options.

The 2009 Enclave CXL AWD seats seven or eight in three rows, depending on whether you stick with the standard second-row bucket seats or choose the optional bench. Captain's chairs are also available. The second row flips and folds, reclines, and moves 3 inches back and forth for easier third-row access. Both rear rows fold flat for up to 116 cubic feet of cargo space. A standard roof rack adds more capacity. Receiving five stars in all crash tests except rollover (four stars), the Enclave CXL AWD features traction and stability control, front and rear stabilizer bars, rollover mitigation, and 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes. The dual-stage dual front-side airbags have passenger sensors, and side curtain airbags are standard for all three rows. Automatic headlights with xenon HID lamps light the way, supplemented by foglights and daytime running lights. An auto-dimming rearview mirror, tire monitor, and OnStar are also standard. A rearview camera and backup sensors can be added.