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2020 Buick Enclave: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Buick Enclave’s main change is an updated infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen on every trim. It is otherwise a light update, not a redesign.
About the 2020 Buick Enclave
2nd generation (2018-2024), third model year, before the 2022 styling and technology refresh.
Buick positions the Enclave as a quiet, stylish three-row family SUV with more polish than a mainstream model but less fuss than a traditional luxury-brand SUV. The big draws are space for seven, easy cargo access, a smooth V6, and a hushed cabin. Review sources place it between mainstream and entry-luxury rivals, which fits Buick’s message: the Enclave is meant for families who want comfort, room, and upscale touches more than sporty handling or rugged off-road ability.
The 2020 Enclave is a roomy, quiet three-row SUV with seating for up to seven. Preferred covers the family basics, Essence adds leather and blind-spot monitoring, Premium brings more safety and comfort equipment, and the luxury-focused Avenir tops the range with navigation, richer cabin trim, a moonroof, and additional camera technology.
What changed, by category
Tech
An updated infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen became standard across the lineup. Premium and Avenir also gained massaging front seats.
2020 Buick Enclave specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 97.6 cu-ft | 97.6 cu-ft | 97.6 cu-ft | 97.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.5 in | 33.5 in | 33.5 in | 33.5 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| SD Card Slot | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Massage Front Seat | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Folding Rear Seat | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2020 Buick Enclave compared with the 2019 model?
The main change for 2020 is an updated infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen on every Enclave trim. Premium and Avenir also gained massaging front seats, while the body, V6 engine, and nine-speed automatic carried over.
Was the 2020 Buick Enclave redesigned?
No, the 2020 Buick Enclave was not redesigned. It remained part of the second generation introduced for 2018 and received only a light technology and equipment update.
Does every 2020 Buick Enclave have the 8-inch touchscreen?
Yes, every 2020 Buick Enclave trim has the updated infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also included.
Which 2020 Buick Enclave trims have massaging front seats?
The 2020 Enclave Premium and Avenir have massaging front seats. Both trims also have ventilated front seats, while Avenir adds luxury-focused details such as built-in navigation, real wood trim, and a moonroof.
Did the 2020 Buick Enclave get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2020 Buick Enclave kept the same 3.6-liter V6 and nine-speed automatic used the year before. Its meaningful updates were infotainment and trim-specific seat comfort features rather than mechanical changes.
2020 Buick Enclave Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Buick Enclave.
4.1
2020 Buick Enclave
(410 reviews)
“The auto stop/start feature on my Buick Enclave is a nuisance and the driver CANNOT disable it, unlike on competitive models.”
“Our Buick Enclave is a very comfortable and reliable car. When I am travelling away from home I am more comfortable knowing that my wife is driving this car.”