2018 Buick Enclave vs. 2018 Chevrolet Traverse
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The 2018 Buick Enclave received a complete overhaul as far as design for 2018. The Enclave is a full-size, three-row SUV that has been upgraded for the 2018 model year with more high-end features, more standard options, as well as more optional upgrades than ever before. Standard features include, LED tail lights, remote keyless entry and start/stop, climate control, 20” alloy wheels, Apple carPlay and Android Auto capabilities, all wrapped up with a 10-speaker Bose sound system.
For 2018, The Chevrolet Traverse gets a complete exterior redesign, and a bevy of interior upgraded finishing touches that make this ride feel special. There are available leather options, and a noise canceling cabin, just to name a few changes, that make riding and driving inside this SUV a real pleasure.
Both the Buick Enclave and the Chevrolet Traverse have been redesigned for the 2018 model year and now give passengers more room and comfortable seating and legroom, as well as drivers more safety and navigation features. Technology features now available on standard and upgraded trim levels improve safety, navigation, and performance for both of these three-row crossover vehicles.
2018
For the 2018 model year, the Buick Enclave saw some design changes, both on the interior and the exterior. Upgrades such as a new high-end trim option, the Avenir, offer drivers more lux options, more tech, and more performance options than ever before. More standard options are also now available for the Enclave in 2018. Overall, the changes to the Enclave for 2018 make the vehicle feel higher-end and more luxurious than previous model years.
The exterior of the Chevrolet Traverse gets a full redesign on the exterior as well as the interior for the 2018 model year. Third-row passenger and cargo space is improved, and an impressive suite of technology has been added. The turbocharged four cylinder engine is perhaps the biggest performance upgrade to the Chevrolet Traverse this year.
Both vehicles offer driver’s three-row seating capabilities, large exteriors that allow for roomier interior passenger and cargo space, improved performance capabilities, including trailer-hitch options available in higher trim levels, and a long list of the latest technology features on board.
Technology
The updates for the Chevrolet Traverse improved the exterior and performance, as well as the technology on board. The technology on board this three-row crossover is impressive in its price range. All trims now come standard with StabiliTrak, GM’s Electronic Stability Control System.
All models also come standard with traction mode select, an option that allows drivers to adapt to different road conditions. The 2018 Traverse is packed with driver-assist and safety features. Along with safety and performance technology, the infotainment system on board is often upgraded with compatibility and charging stations. As drivers chose to upgrade trim levels, more safety and driver-assist options become available.
The Buick Enclave comes standard with an infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple Carplay and Android Audio compatibility options, one year of OnStar basic is included, and there is a 4G WIFI hotspot on board to keep passengers and drivers connected while they travel. Safety tech includes the Teen Driver System that allows you to modify top-speed limitations along with audio volume and makes onboard driver reports available. There is also a rear-vision camera, park assist, lane-departure warning, and collision alert, all combined with the safety alert seat that alerts drivers of changing conditions with gentle vibrations.
Exterior
A full redesign on the Chevrolet Traverse gave the three-row crossover a much-needed facelift and made the SUV a more attractive ride for its class, as it now more closely resembles an SUV as opposed to a minivan or other MPV. The Traverse is a large vehicle and drivers should consider its size when choosing it. The redesign and trim upgrades for 2018 include blacked-out wheels, as well as a beautiful use of LED’s on head and tail lights. While the size allows for a very roomy interior cabin and cargo space, it is large, even for is class.
The Buick Enclave was also completely redesigned for the 2018 model year. It still retains its sleek and flowing design feel, which makes it look less boxy than other vehicles in its class, and new design elements create an even more attractive appearance than previous year models. The new styling brings with it a larger size, allows for a roomier interior, making the Enclave a popular choice for families. The 2018 Enclave is available in three trims, Base, Essence, and Premium, each offering gorgeous upgrading options.
Interior
The interior of the 2018 Buick Enclave has been upgraded with some nice high-end features that will undoubtedly enhance both driver and passenger experience aboard this 6-7 seater crossover. The multi-zone climate control, six USB ports, and 8” touchscreen bring convenience and comfort to the completely redesigned Enclave. There is also 4G WIFI connectivity on board, and the Enclave is compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Audio systems. Interior spaces of the Enclave are cozy and spacious and come with nice standard touches, as well as leather and high-end stitching upgrades.
Taking a look at the Chevrolet Traverse for the 2018 model year, there are some nice interior changes that have been made. The Traverse has ample room for six or seven passengers in its three rows of roomy interior. In fact, its spacious interior comes in at the top of its three-row crossover class. The third row is very easy to access because of the sliding feature on the second-row seating bench. Leather appointments are available on upgraded trims and offer a high-end feel on trims like the top of the line High-Country option.
Performance
Whether you are commuting to work or taking off on a weekend trip, the Chevrolet Traverse has performance you can trust. The Traverse comes with a 3.6L V6 engine standard which gives drivers the power and towing opportunities they need in a truck in this class. Also offered is a 9-speed automatic transmission that allows drivers to shift smooth and give great fuel economy. In fact, the Chevrolet Traverse has great fuel economy for its class, coming in at an EPA estimated 18 city and 27 highway miles.
Along with an upgraded style, the 2018 Enclave brings nice performance to the road as well. Front-wheel drive comes standard on the Enclave, while all-wheel drive is available as an upgrade. Upgraded suspensions on the sports models are also available. The ride on the Enclave is smooth, and passengers and drivers alike will find the interior to be spacious for a vehicle in its three-row crossover class. Despite its large size, the Enclave does not feel big when you drive it.
