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Connecticut Buick SUV Lineup

On the American car market, year after year, the SUV class is the one that draws in more customers. SUVs can handle a trip to the school with 4 kids, a drive to the supermarket, a long commute or a city spin, and that’s what makes them perfect for drivers in the state of Connecticut, their versatility. It is no wonder then how all American car makers have given the SUVs ample room in their lineups, and one of the best on the market today is Buick's SUV lineup, comprised of the Enclave, the Encore, and the Envision. 

What makes it so good is how between the three models and their trim levels there’s one perfect for any customer, regardless of needs and budget. Buick has an SUV that will fit you perfectly, something you can see for yourself in two easy steps. First, read this short article to get familiar with the models, and secondly, drive on over by O’Neill’s Chevrolet Buick for a test-drive with your favorite. 

Buick Encore - the Perfect Compact SUV for Connecticut

Starting things off is the Encore. The smallest and most affordable out of the trio this subcompact SUV has a charming-sweet exterior with smooth lines and a curvy figure.

With the help of a great suspension, the 18-inch wheels and a well-sealed body, the Encore is a spectacularly quite ride and it can hold its own on rocky surfaces despite its small size. A refined, pleasant-to-drive 4-cylinder 1.4-liter engine powers this small beast, but you get to choose between two variants, either the 138 horsepower one or the 153 horsepower version. Both feel great to drive, with the additional kick belonging to the more powerful rendition.

Where the Encore shines though is interior comfort and quality. Probably the best interior for the budget, the Encore welcomes its passengers with a massive collection of standard features and high-end materials all-round. An 8.0-inch touchscreen sits in the middle of the dash, giving the driver full access to the car’s infotainment system, Buick’s IntelliLink. You’ll also find a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio commands on it, Bluetooth connectivity, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, dual USB ports and OnStar with a 4G LTE hotspot fitted on every model.

For its size, the storage room is surprisingly big. You get 19 cubic feet behind the second row of seats and if you fold that one down a generous 48 cubic feet of space will be available behind the front seats.
2018 Buick Encore turning corner at dusk.

The Perfect Connecticut Buick SUV is the Enclave 

A step up in terms of size, price, and overall look and feel is the Enclave. The model got a completely new body in 2018 and now sports a muscular yet smooth and stylish new exterior look that makes for a very attractive contour.

Premium-grade materials lie the interior where you’ll find a list of standard features even more impressive than Encore’s. Keyless ignition, LED headlights, remote start, 6 USB ports, an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Buick's IntelliLink infotainment system installed, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are fitted even on the base model. The Enclave also probably has the best-in-class comfort when it comes to roominess. Ample room is available for all passengers and if you’re looking for storage space, there’s lots of that as well with just short of 100 cubic feet (97,6) available behind the first set of seats.

A single engine choice, but a very capable one, in the form of the 3.6-liter V6 capable of producing 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft. It is coupled with a 9-speed automatic that makes gear-shifting seamlessly smooth.

A surprising feature is the tow-package available upgrade. It will increase the car’s towing capacity from a reasonable 1500 pounds to a whopping 5000 pounds, enough to pull a small boat or an RV.
2018 Enclave

Top Rated Buick SUV for Connecticut Shoppers

The last, but certainly not least on the list is Buick’s entry-level luxury SUV, the Envision. A crossover that looks pricier than it is will always be popular among prospective buyers, and that’s exactly what this model delivers, a suave, classy exterior that seems to be two price classes higher than it actually is.

The addition of HID and LED headlights only adds to the upscale look, as does the available upgrade from the 18-inch alloy wheels to 19-inch ones.

The luxurious look and feel of the outside keep consistent on the interior as well. A beautiful 8.0-inch touchscreen dominates the middle of the dash and will allow the passengers in the front seats to access the car’s infotainment system that comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay installed. Speaking of the front seats, the Envision probably has the best-in-class ones when it comes to standard features. No less than 8-way power adjustments are available for the pair, including the lumbar area, which makes the car exceptionally comfortable to drive even on long commutes. The base model also comes equipped with Bluetooth connectivity, but that’s something you would expect for this SUV class. The keyless ignition feature and the synthetic leather upholstery are a pleasant surprise though since few other rivals include these on base models.

As far as storage space goes the Envision has lots of it with 27 cubic feet available behind the second row of seats and an impressive 57 cubic feet behind the front row.

The base powertrain is a 2.5-liter line-4 producing 197 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic. It's a lively engine that fairs well both inside the city and on the open road. An even more powerful upgrade is available in the form of a 2.0-liter turbo-4 that will give out 252 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. It comes with a 9-speed automatic and makes the Envision a dream to drive. There you have it, from the small, adorable Enclave to the luxurious Envision there's a model and a trim version for everyone. Buick has really catered to the SUV market's needs as a whole, they didn’t just focus on part of it and that is what makes their offer so appealing to prospective buyers. 

If you come to our showroom on Main st in Avon connecticut, you'll have access to SUVs so different in size, price, and features that it's hard NOT to find one perfectly tailored to your needs. We would be more than happy to arrange for a test-drive or two and we'll guide you through the process of choosing your perfect car.
2018 Buick Envision parked in driveway with couple walking towards the vehicle.