Used 2018 Buick Enclave for Sale nearMinneapolis, MN

How much does the 2018 Buick Enclave cost?

Prices have softened 6.20% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,238 listings available, which gives you a solid pool to compare prices and equipment.

Is the 2018 Buick Enclave a good car?

Yes — the 2018 Buick Enclave earns a 5/5 user rating, and our experts rate it 7/10 overall.

The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel and Technology.

You’ll see recurring praise for its comfort, features, performance, smooth ride, and advanced technology. The spacious cabin and well-appointed feel also come through strongly in owner feedback.

That lines up with the Enclave’s use case as a refined three-row SUV for you if you want a quiet, comfortable family hauler with a premium lean. It also gets a favorable share of the market, with 32.6% of listings marked as good or great deals.

Is the 2018 Buick Enclave reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with repeated praise for comfort and value that suggests many drivers feel confident living with it over time. The expert evaluation also emphasizes the Enclave’s quiet, refined character and its improved efficiency and space, which support the impression of a well-rounded long-term choice.

For used buyers, the main ownership risk is making sure the vehicle has been maintained properly and that any prior-use issues have not affected its condition.

What should I look for when buying a used 2018 Buick Enclave?

At 64.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a careful inspection of bodywork, glass, and safety-related systems. Because owner feedback mentions backup camera clarity concerns, it’s smart to test the camera and other visibility aids during your drive. You’ll also want to focus on overall condition, since the Enclave’s appeal depends heavily on how well its comfort and technology features have held up.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base trim includes LEDs, remote start, 3-zone automatic climate control, rear parking sensors, an 8-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 4G LTE, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and six USB ports, while the Essence adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, an optional top-down camera, standard leather, and available AWD and towing equipment. The Premium trim adds front parking sensors, a Bose stereo, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, power-folding third-row seating, and more advanced safety systems, while Avenir adds 20-inch alloys, an enhanced driver-info screen, rear camera display in the mirror, standard navigation, sunroof, and top-down camera.
• Powertrain: The Enclave uses a 3.6-liter V6 with a 9-speed transmission, and front-wheel drive is standard on base models. AWD is available, with the Essence using an open-differential system and the Premier and Avenir using a twin-clutch system that is smoother and more advanced.
• Safety package: The base trim relies on core visibility and parking aids, while the Essence adds blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts and an optional top-down camera. Premium trims add low-speed forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection and auto braking, lane-departure warning and intervention, and front parking sensors. Avenir also includes standard navigation and a top-down camera.
• Infotainment: You get an 8-inch touchscreen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, 4G LTE, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and six USB ports, including four for rear passengers. Navigation is not standard until Avenir.
• Fuel efficiency: The Enclave is rated at 17 mpg city, 25 highway, and 20 combined in the tested AWD configuration, and Buick says the redesign adds 2-3 mpg depending on trim and setup.

Which 2018 Buick Enclave trim should I buy?

The 2018 Buick Enclave is offered in 4 trim levels: base, Essence, Premium, Avenir.

Here's the short version:

• base: This is the value starting point if you want the redesigned Enclave’s core comfort and tech without stretching your budget. You still get LEDs, remote start, 3-zone automatic climate control, rear parking sensors, an 8-inch touchscreen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 4G LTE, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and six USB ports.
• Essence: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the visibility and convenience upgrades many buyers will want, including blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts, an optional top-down camera, standard leather, and available AWD and towing equipment.
• Premium: Choose this if you want the richer comfort and safety mix, including front parking sensors, a Bose stereo, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, power-folding third-row seating, and more advanced driver-assistance features.
• Avenir: This is the luxury-leaning choice, with 20-inch alloys, an enhanced driver-info screen, rear camera display in the mirror, standard navigation, sunroof, and top-down camera, plus access to the most upscale available equipment.

The safety package expands as you move up the lineup, so if visibility and driver-assistance features matter most, the higher trims are worth a close look.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2018 Buick Enclave?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop carefully without rushing.

• Deal availability: 32.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,238 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.20% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 64.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $16,003, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2018 Buick Enclave's resale value?

The current average of $16,118 sits slightly below last year's $17,185.

That decline suggests the market has become more favorable for buyers, but it also means a future seller may need to price competitively to stand out. If you buy now, you’re entering at a lower baseline than last year, which can help soften depreciation pressure later. Strong equipment, good condition, and a clean history should matter more when it comes time to resell.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2018 Buick Enclave safe?

The 2018 Buick Enclave earns a five-star overall rating from NHTSA, with four-star ratings for rollover and front passenger impact tests.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

The available safety equipment expands as you move up the trim ladder. Higher trims add blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, a top-down camera, low-speed forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection and auto braking, lane-departure warning and intervention, and front parking sensors.

One caveat is that braking performance is a weak point, with the Enclave taking more than 130 feet to stop from 60 mph.

Should I buy a 2018 Buick Enclave or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2018 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2018 if:

• 32.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 64.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.20% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The redesign brings more power, less weight, a quieter cabin, and a more modern feel.

The bottom line: If you want the redesigned Enclave’s quieter cabin, stronger performance, and improved tech, the 2018 is the one to target. If you’re mainly shopping on price, a nearby year may still make sense, but you’ll want to compare condition, equipment, and history closely before deciding.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.