The Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave both offer three rows, but they give families different choices in the second row and a different feel up front. If you are comparing three-row SUVs in Rittman, OH, start with the people and gear you carry most often. Then try both cabins in person. How easy is it to reach the third row? The Traverse offers seating for seven or, on certain configurations, up to eight with a second-row bench. That extra seat may matter if you regularly carry a larger group. The Enclave seats seven, with second-row captain’s chairs and a space between them that passengers can use to reach the back. Try the route your family would actually take. Have a third-row passenger climb in, sit down, and get back out. If you use car seats, check how their placement affects access before deciding which layout works better. What fits when everyone comes along? Both SUVs have split-folding third-row seats, so you can fold part of the row when you need to carry a long item and still keep some passenger seating. The more revealing test is the cargo area with every seat upright. Bring the stroller, sports bag, or luggage you use regularly and see how it fits behind the third row. Next, fold the seats and try loading something bulky. Pay attention to the cargo-floor height, how the seats operate, and whether the liftgate is convenient to use when your hands are full. Seat-folding features vary by trim, so test the specific vehicle you are considering. Which cabin feels right on a long drive? The Traverse pairs a family-focused layout with a large center touchscreen. The Enclave emphasizes a more tailored cabin, including an ultrawide display and available comfort features that may appeal to families who spend a lot of time on the road. Sit in both driver’s seats and use the features you rely on: navigation, audio, climate controls, and charging points. Then have passengers try the second and third rows. A screen’s size tells you less about daily use than how easily everyone can settle in and find what they need. If an eighth seat is important, focus on a Traverse configuration with the available bench. If you prefer captain’s chairs and the Enclave’s cabin feel, start there. At Laria Chevrolet Buick in Rittman, you can compare the specific Traverse and Enclave vehicles available and see which one makes your family routine easier.
