Today, I have a really exciting redesign I’ve been dying to get my hands on! The 2025 Buick Enclave received a complete interior and exterior rework making it look really high-end and fresh. But the question (as always) stands: is it family-friendly?

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2025 Buick Enclave Family-Friendliness Highlights

What Works:

Comfort & Space: Generous legroom across first two rows makes longer rides comfortable.
Car Seat Tilt Feature: Easy access to third row even with car seats installed.
Tech & Safety Features: Advanced infotainment system with large display plus Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving.

What Doesn’t Work:

Limited Car Seat Options in Third Row: No lower LATCH anchors available.
No Bench Seat Option: Limits seating flexibility.
No Sunshades: Missed opportunity for added comfort.

2025 Buick Enclave LATCH Diagram:

2025 Buick Enclave Exterior

The new Enclave is stunning—Buick completely redesigned it to feel fresh and modern. Its sleek lines, chrome accents, and refreshed Buick logo give it a sophisticated look that's comparable to luxury SUVs like the Lexus TX.

The side profile is especially sharp with its 22-inch wheels and blacked-out details around the rear lights. Honestly, it looks way more expensive than it is, and I love how the taillights seamlessly blend into the design. It's definitely one of the best-looking SUVs in its class right now.

2025 Buick Enclave First Row

Inside, the Enclave feels luxurious and thoughtfully designed. The seats are incredibly comfortable, with good headroom, and premium touches like gold trim add elegance. However, while the available white interior looks beautiful, it's not practical for families with young kids due to potential stains from sticky fingers or spills—I recommend going for black if you have little ones.

Infotainment System

The standout feature here is the impressive 30-inch curved infotainment display—similar to what's found in the Chevy Traverse but feeling even more upscale. The system includes wireless charging, intuitive controls, and GM’s Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving feature.

Storage is decent up front with two cup holders, a wireless charging pad, a center console compartment, and an open bridge area underneath that's perfect for purses or snacks.

2025 Buick Enclave Second Row

The second row offers captain’s chairs only (no bench seat available), but they’re spacious and comfortable even for taller adults. There's excellent knee clearance and headroom, making it ideal for older kids or adults.

Family-friendly amenities include ceiling vents, climate controls, heated seats (on higher trims), multiple USB-C charging ports, and cupholders accessible from both first- and second-row passengers. Unfortunately, there are no built-in sunshades—a missed opportunity for family comfort.

For car seats, both captain's chairs have lower anchors and tether anchors clearly marked for easy installation. Plus, Buick added a car seat tilt feature that lets you easily access the third row even when certain car seats are installed—a huge convenience for busy parents.

2025 Buick Enclave Third Row

The third row is surprisingly comfortable for a midsize SUV. Adults can fit quite well, thanks to decent headroom and legroom (though taller passengers might need second-row seats moved forward slightly). Ceiling vents keep passengers cool, and USB charging ports and cup holders are nice touches.

However, there are no lower LATCH anchors in the third row—only tether anchors—which limits car seat installation options significantly. Additionally, non-removable headrests on outboard seats can make booster seat installations difficult.

Overall, while comfortable enough for older kids or smaller adults on short trips, it's not ideal if you frequently need multiple car seats back here.

2025 Buick Enclave Trunk Space

Behind the third row is an impressive amount of cargo space compared to other midsize SUVs—it easily fits groceries or smaller strollers without trouble. Folding down the third-row seats expands cargo space significantly for larger hauls or road trips. There's also some handy underfloor storage compartments perfect for smaller items or emergency kits.

However, if you frequently haul larger gear or bulkier strollers with all three rows in use, you might find this trunk space limiting compared to larger SUVs like Tahoe or Expedition.

Who Is This Car For?

The 2025 Buick Enclave is perfect for families who want upscale style with plenty of passenger room but don't require extensive car seat installations in every seating position. It’s ideal if your kids are older or if you only occasionally use the third row for passengers rather than car seats. It's also great if you're looking for something stylish yet practical that's not as common as other midsize SUVs on the road.

2025 Buick Enclave Wrap-Up

Overall, I'm impressed by how Buick has redesigned the Enclave—it feels luxurious yet approachable. While it misses some key family-friendly features like third-row lower anchors and sunshades, its spacious interior layout, thoughtful tech upgrades (hello 30-inch display!), and overall comfort make it worth considering if your family doesn't need extensive car seat installations or massive cargo space daily.

Would I recommend it? Yes! Especially if you're looking for style combined with practicality—but definitely stick to darker interior colors if you've got young kids!

Would you consider the 2025 Buick Enclave as your next family vehicle? Let me know in the comments below! And don’t forget to check out my recent reviews of other great family cars hitting dealerships this year:

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