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2012 Buick Enclave Towing Capacity

How much can a 2012 Buick Enclave pull? Compare 8 trim levels.

What will it tow?

RV   Car   Boat   Typical trailers



2012 Buick Enclave Trims
Towing capacity by engine

Choose a towing vehicle wisely. Make sure the engine has enough power, the gearbox is capable of withstanding heavy loads, and the axle ratio is optimal for hauling.

  • Base Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility - 2,000 lbs
  • Convenience Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility - 2,000 lbs
  • Leather Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility - 2,000 lbs
  • Premium Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility - 2,000 lbs
  • Base All-wheel Drive Sport Utility - 2,000 lbs
  • Convenience All-wheel Drive Sport Utility - 2,000 lbs
  • Leather All-wheel Drive Sport Utility - 2,000 lbs
  • Premium All-wheel Drive Sport Utility - 2,000 lbs

Base Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility

Maximum Towing Capacity - 2000 lb
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It is the same for all trims.

The maximum weight that Buick Enclave is allowed to tow. The maximum trailer weights listed are only applicable for altitudes up to 3280 ft (1,000 m) above sea level. With increasing altitude the engine power and therefore the car's climbing ability are impaired because of the reduced air density, so the maximum trailer weight has to be reduced accordingly. The weight of the car and trailer must be reduced by 10% for every further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (or part thereof).

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) - 6411 lb

This is the maximum amount of weight Buick Enclave is rated to carry (engine, chassis, fluids, passengers, cargo, load - everything). It is often determined by the manufacturer and is indicated in the owner's manual or on the inside of the drive's door panel.

Curb Weight - 4780 lb

This is how much Buick Enclave weighs sitting on the curb with no driver, passengers, no cargo and no load with all standard options.

Payload Capacity - 1631 lb

Payload is considered all the extra stuff you put inside your vehicle, whether it be passengers or a pile of rocks, that weight is all considered payload. You can increase it by:

  1. Upgrading the Rear Springs.
  2. Adding Coil-Over Shock Absorbers.
  3. Installing a Longer Truck Bed.
  4. Attaching a Trailer.
  5. Adding Bed Racks.

Horsepower - 288 hp
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It is the same for all trims.

The higher the power of your engine, the more weight your car can pull.

Torque - 270 Lb-Ft
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It is the same for all trims.

High torque is essential for towing because it allows you to pull the trailer at a lower RPM, reducing the strain on the engine.

Axle Ratio - 3.16
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It is the same for all trims.

The higher the axle ratio, the more power your vehicle produces, and as a result, the more weight this car can tow.

Drive Type - no data

All-wheel or rear-wheel drive vehicles are best suited for towing, while front-wheel drive vehicles can haul much less weight.

Transmission - no data

Do not overload your vehicle while towing, as this can cause the transmission to overheat and fail. If your transmission has "Towing mode" - be sure to turn it on.

Turbocharger - no data

Turbocharged engines produce more power, so if you need a vehicle for towing, choose the one equipped with a turbo.

Wheelbase - 118.9
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It is the same for all trims.

The longer your vehicle's wheelbase, the less likely the trailer you tow will push down on the rear axle and lift the front end.

Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - 3197 lb
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It is the same for all trims.

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a front axle of your Buick Enclave.

Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - 3527 lb
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It is the same for all trims.

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a rear axle of your Buick Enclave.

Convenience Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility

Leather Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility

Premium Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility

Base All-wheel Drive Sport Utility

Convenience All-wheel Drive Sport Utility

Leather All-wheel Drive Sport Utility

Premium All-wheel Drive Sport Utility




Trailers that Your Vehicle Can Tow

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RVs

Inside the RV, you will find everything you need for a comfortable stay, even away from civilization.



Car Trailers

If you need to transport your car over a long distance - use a car trailer - this method is much safer and more reliable than towing with a rope.

Choose the car you want to haul:

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Boat Trailers

If you need to transport a boat, make sure you choose the right size trailer.


Boat trailer

Typical Trailers

Whatever your needs, you can find a trailer that's perfect for you.


Boat trailer

What is a 2012 Buick Enclave maximum towing capacity?

When planning family trips outside, you need to bear in mind the 2012 Buick Enclave towing capacity, that is the main quality for such adventure. The towing capacity is a the vehicle's optimum amount of weight that it could safely tow. This info can generally be located on a sticker positioned on the inside of the driver's front door near the door latch. The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the highest operating weight (including freight and passengers) and ought not to be exceeded. As a rule, the mass of a trailer being towed is advised to be kept within 10-15 percent of the GVWR.

Beneath, the information about the towing capacity of the 2012 Buick Enclave with all trims and generations. You should be aware the maximum towing weight can vary based on the braking system of what is being pulled. If your trailer has its own brakes then it is "braked capacity". On the contrary, it would be unbraked capacity. When selecting your trailer, you need to keep in mind that its weight and score is provided by the the trailer's producer plus all of the extra payload you might put in it needs to never go over the 2012 Buick Enclave towing capacity. Violating this crucial tip will impact what you can do to handle and make a full stop just in time and may in the end result in long-lasting damage to your vehicle or even lead to crashes on the roads.

PAY ATTENTION

Drivers must not exceed the Buick Enclave towing capacity as it can have serious consequences such as interfering with your car's braking ability

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The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has developed the J2807 set of recommended practices. The tow test procedures designed by the big brains at the SAE consist of a series of rigorous real-world challenges to determine the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of a vehicle and trailer combination.

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