2027 Buick Enclave Trims Explained: Preferred vs. Sport Touring vs. Avenir

The 2027 Buick Enclave comes in three trims: Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir. Preferred is the value pick with all the core three-row equipment, Sport Touring adds blacked-out styling for a modest step up, and Avenir is the luxury flagship with standard hands-free Super Cruise, 22-inch wheels, and massaging front seats. Every trim uses the same 328-horsepower turbocharged engine, so this decision is about content and comfort, not power.

 

What do all three 2027 Enclave trims have in common?

More than you might expect. Every 2027 Enclave runs a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder making 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive is standard on all three trims, and all-wheel drive is a $2,000 option on any of them. EPA estimates land around 20 mpg city and 25 mpg highway with front-wheel drive, and roughly 20/24 with all-wheel drive.

The equipment floor is high, too. Even the base Preferred includes the 30-inch curved display, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and tri-zone climate control. Cargo room is identical across the lineup: roughly 22.9 cubic feet behind the third row, 57.1 with the third row folded, and 97.5 with both rows down. Properly equipped with the towing package, any Enclave can pull up to 5,000 pounds.

What does the Enclave Preferred include, and who is it for?

The Preferred starts around $48,595 before destination and options. It wears 20-inch alloy wheels in a Medium Android finish and uses leatherette seating rather than hide, but nothing important is missing. You still get the full display, the driver-assist safety suite, three rows of seats, and the quiet cabin that makes an Enclave an Enclave.

This is the right trim for a family that wants the size and the ride quality and does not care about badging. For a Bedford-to-downtown-Cleveland commute plus weekend hauling, the Preferred does the job.

What does Sport Touring add over Preferred?

Sport Touring runs about $52,095 with front-wheel drive and $54,095 with all-wheel drive. The upgrades are mostly visual and tactile: a black mesh grille, 20-inch high-gloss black machined wheels, dark exterior accents, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and perforated leatherette seating with a darker interior theme.

For roughly $3,500 over the Preferred, it is a reasonable step if you want the Enclave to look less traditional. Mechanically it is identical, so choose it for the look, not for the drive.

What makes the Avenir worth the jump?

The Avenir starts around $65,295 front-drive and $67,295 with all-wheel drive, so it is a real jump. Standard hands-free Super Cruise is new for 2027 on this trim and is the headline item. Add an adaptive suspension, Avenir-exclusive 22-inch Pearl Nickel wheels, quilted and perforated leather-appointed seating, ventilated and massaging front seats, and a 16-speaker Bose Performance audio system in place of the 12-speaker Bose used lower in the range.

If your weekly mileage includes long stretches of I-271, I-480, or the Ohio Turnpike, Super Cruise alone changes the character of the drive. On compatible mapped highways it handles steering, braking, and speed while you keep your eyes on the road.

Which Enclave trim makes the most sense in Northeast Ohio?

Add the $2,000 all-wheel drive to whichever trim you choose. Between lake-effect snow and the slush that sits on side streets in Bedford, Maple Heights, and Solon from December through March, it is the option with the clearest payoff.

One honest note on wheels: the Avenir’s 22s look terrific, but the 20-inch wheels on Preferred and Sport Touring wear taller sidewalls, and taller sidewalls take the edge off the pothole-and-patch pavement we get after a Cuyahoga County freeze-thaw cycle. The Avenir’s adaptive suspension offsets much of that, but drive a 20-inch trim and a 22-inch trim back to back before you decide.

2027 Buick Enclave FAQ

Is all-wheel drive available on every 2027 Enclave trim?
Yes. AWD is a $2,000 option on Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir alike.

Does the 2027 Enclave come with Super Cruise?
Hands-free Super Cruise is standard on the Avenir for 2027. Availability on lower trims varies by build, so check the window sticker on the specific vehicle.

How much can a 2027 Buick Enclave tow?
Up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped with the towing package. That figure is the same across all three trims.

Is the Avenir worth the money over Sport Touring?
It depends on highway miles. If you drive a lot of interstate, Super Cruise and the adaptive suspension justify the gap. If your driving is mostly local errands and school runs, the Sport Touring gives you most of the comfort for meaningfully less.

See the trims side by side

Trim shopping is easier in person than on a spec sheet. Browse current Enclave inventory at jaybuickgmc.com, or stop by our Bedford showroom and sit in all three.

Jay Buick GMC is a proud, family-owned dealership serving the greater Cleveland area since 1956, on the historic Bedford Automile. As part of Jay Auto Group, we offer a strong selection of new and pre-owned Buick and GMC vehicles, an expert service and parts department, and a straightforward, no-hassle buying experience built around you. Visit us at jaybuickgmc.com or stop by our Bedford showroom.