How much does the 2021 Buick Enclave cost?

Prices have softened 11.98% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,156 listings available, which suggests solid inventory availability.

If you find a listing below $23,410.90, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2021 Buick Enclave a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Buick Enclave earns a 5/5 user rating and a 6.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Form and function.

It stands out as Buick’s biggest crossover SUV, with a roomy, quiet cabin and a stylish, upscale presentation that fits buyers looking for a large refined SUV. It also brings strong performance and easy-to-use technology, but the trade-offs are clear: the interior materials feel cheap, the technology is outdated, and value is weak for the money.

The model’s 31.0% good or great deal share shows there are still some attractive opportunities in the market.

Is the 2021 Buick Enclave reliable?

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

The Enclave is presented as a comfortable, quiet, and straightforward three-row SUV, and its powertrain is described as simple and durable in layout, with a 3.6-liter V6 and nine-speed automatic transmission. The expert evaluation also notes strong acceleration and a transmission that shifts cleanly, which supports the impression of a well-sorted daily driver.

The model’s fuel economy is respectable for its size, and the available premium-tuned suspension helps it feel composed over a wide range of roads. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that its premium positioning does not fully translate into premium value, so upkeep and depreciation can matter more than the driving experience alone.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Buick Enclave?

At 74.5% 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 pre-purchase inspection, especially on any listing that looks unusually cheap. Focus on body condition, repair quality, and whether the equipment level matches the trim being advertised. Because safety and driver-assistance features are spread unevenly across the lineup, it also pays to confirm exactly what is installed on the specific vehicle you’re considering.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Preferred is the most basic setup, while Essence adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Premium and Avenir bring the Driver Confidence Plus Package, which adds forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, automatic high-beam headlights, front and rear parking sensors, and a Safety Alert Seat.
• Powertrain: Every version uses a 3.6-liter V6 with a nine-speed automatic transmission and either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The engine makes 310 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque, and the SUV is rated at 21 mpg in combined driving.
• Safety package: The Driver Confidence Plus Package includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, automatic high-beam headlights, front and rear parking sensors, and a Safety Alert Seat. Adaptive cruise control with enhanced automatic emergency braking that works at highway speeds is reserved for Avenir with the optional Avenir Technology Package.
• Infotainment: The biggest screen is an 8-inch touchscreen. Every Enclave includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L, a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot, USB charging ports in all three rows, and Teen Driver. Wireless smartphone charging, navigation, a premium sound system, and a surround-view camera system are available.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA rates it at 21 mpg combined, and testing returned 21.2 mpg. With a 21.7-gallon tank, range can reach about 460 miles.

Which 2021 Buick Enclave trim should I buy?

The 2021 Buick Enclave is offered in 4 trim levels: Preferred, Essence, Premium, and Avenir.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: Preferred gives you the Enclave’s core space and comfort, but it lacks blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
• Sweet-spot trim: Essence is the better value if you want a more complete safety setup, because it adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert over the base trim.
• Premium/top trim: Avenir is the most appealing choice if you want the Enclave’s upscale look and feel, plus the most available technology and the strongest premium presentation.
• Off-road trim: None of the trims is positioned as an off-road choice.

The Driver Confidence Plus Package is standard on Premium and Avenir, while Avenir buyers can add the Avenir Technology Package for adaptive cruise control and highway-speed automatic emergency braking.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Buick Enclave?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, with some room to negotiate if you shop carefully.

• Deal availability: 31.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,156 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.98% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 74.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $23,410.90, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Buick Enclave's resale value?

The current average of $23,401 sits slightly below last year's $26,585.

That price movement suggests the Enclave has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can help future resale stability if you buy at the right price. If you pay close to market average today, your downside is likely smaller than it would have been a year ago. The strongest resale outcomes usually come from well-equipped, well-kept examples with clean history and desirable safety content.

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 2021 Buick Enclave safe?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gives it a five-star overall rating, though frontal-impact protection rates four stars due to a four-star front passenger rating. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety applies high marks across the board, but a Marginal headlight performance rating prevents the SUV from earning a Top Safety Pick accolade.

It earns a 4/10 safety score from our experts.

Buick’s Driver Confidence Plus Package includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, automatic high-beam headlights, front and rear parking sensors, and a Safety Alert Seat. That package is standard on Premium and Avenir, while adaptive cruise control with highway-speed automatic emergency braking is limited to Avenir with the optional Avenir Technology Package.

The main safety caveat is that several advanced driver-assistance features are restricted to higher trims, and the headlight result keeps it from reaching a top IIHS award.

Should I buy a 2021 Buick Enclave or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 31.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 74.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.98% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It combines roomy comfort, quietness, and easy-to-use technology with strong V6 performance.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $26,671, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $23,401 average.
• It adds fresh styling and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The bottom line: The 2021 is the better pick if you want the lower price and can live with its older tech and uneven value story. If you want the newer updates and are willing to pay more, the 2022 is the cleaner upgrade path; if you’re price-sensitive, the 2021 offers the stronger shopping case right now.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.