“The only problems I have with the transmission is when I am stuck in traffic and the engine is in first gear... it jerks in and out of gear... not a smooth transition as when I am solid pressing on the gas for acceleration. I have never purchased this brand and have been pretty loyal to Acura (with a Honda and Toyota purchase in the mix). I am happily surprised so far and hope the car stays wonderful.”
2015 Buick Enclave: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 Buick Enclave is mostly a carryover, led by standard built-in navigation on the Premium trim. Leather and Premium models also add a heated steering wheel, but the engine, styling, and basic lineup stay the same.
About the 2015 Buick Enclave
1st generation (2008-2017), post-2013 refresh year
Buick positions the Enclave as a premium-leaning three-row family SUV built around quiet comfort, useful space, and an upscale feel rather than sporty driving. The core appeal is simple: adult-friendly room in all three rows, easy cargo flexibility, a smooth V6, and a hushed cabin. Compared with many rivals, it aims to give families near-luxury comfort and features without stepping into a full luxury-brand SUV price class.
The 2015 Enclave remains a quiet, comfort-focused three-row SUV with seven-passenger seating and a 3.6-liter V6. Convenience covers family basics such as tri-zone climate control and a power liftgate, Leather adds upgraded seating and parking alerts, and Premium brings navigation, Bose audio, ventilated front seats, and added driver alerts.
What changed, by category
Tech
Built-in navigation becomes standard on the Premium trim. Leather and Premium models also gain a heated steering wheel.
2015 Buick Enclave specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 288 hp | 288 hp | 288 hp |
| Torque | 270 lb-ft | 270 lb-ft | 270 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4500 lb | 4500 lb | 4500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 115.2 cu-ft | 115.2 cu-ft | 115.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.2 in | 33.2 in | 33.2 in |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| 115V Power Outlet | |||
| Cooled Seats | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2015 Buick Enclave?
The biggest change is that built-in navigation becomes standard on the 2015 Enclave Premium. The rest of the lineup sees only minor upper-trim equipment updates.
Was the 2015 Buick Enclave redesigned?
No, the 2015 Buick Enclave was not redesigned. It remains part of the first generation and carries over the design introduced by the 2013 refresh.
Did the 2015 Buick Enclave get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2015 Buick Enclave keeps the 3.6-liter V6 and six-speed automatic transmission used the year before.
Which 2015 Buick Enclave trims have the new heated steering wheel?
The Leather and Premium trims add a heated steering wheel for 2015. The Convenience trim does not receive this update.
Is the 2015 Buick Enclave Premium meaningfully different from the Leather trim?
Yes, the 2015 Premium adds standard navigation, Bose audio, ventilated front seats, forward-collision and lane-departure alerts, and headlights that turn with the steering. The Leather trim has heated front seats, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert but a simpler technology package.
2015 Buick Enclave Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Buick Enclave.
4.3
2015 Buick Enclave
(269 reviews)
“Love it, sorry I waited so long, but am glad for the new technology. Would like to have a double visor, for side and front.”
“Love everything about it except for 2 things, 1 major, 1 minor. Major: Liftgate keeps hitting roof of my garage door, and I can't adjust it, not hold it in a fixed position. Minor: There is no keyless start.”