Buick Enclave Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2027 Buick Enclave as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2027):
The Buick Enclave is classified by the EPA as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD.
Buick Enclave Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2027 | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2026 | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2026 | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2025 | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2025 | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2024 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 |
| 2024 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2023 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 |
| 2023 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2022 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 |
| 2022 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2021 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2021 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 |
| 2020 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2020 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 |
| 2019 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2019 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 |
| 2018 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2018 | Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 |
| 2017 | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 |
| 2017 | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 |
| 2016 | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 |
| 2016 | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 |
| 2015 | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 |
| 2015 | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Buick Enclave Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Buick Enclave?
The EPA classifies the Buick Enclave as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Buick Enclave considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD), the Buick Enclave is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.