Buick

Buick Envision

Price $40,195 – $49,795
Fuel consumption 8.6 – 11.8 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 70%(view ratings)
Introduced in 2017, the Chinese-made Buick Envision is positioned between the little Encore and the enormous Enclave. There are two available versions: the first offers a 2.5L four cylinder with 197 horsepower while the higher-end variant has a 2.0L turbocharged four cylinder that generates 252 horsepower and 260 lb·ft of torque. Regardless of the engine, it comes with all-wheel drive.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 70%
Fuel economy 5/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 9/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 6/10
Overall 7/10

What's new in 2018

N/A

Pros

  • Sophisticated all-wheel drive
  • Choice of engines
  • Careful finish
  • Efficient braking
  • Good handling

Cons

  • Unproven reliability
  • Mushy steering
  • Boring exterior
  • Loose brake pedal
  • Soundproofing leaves something to be desired

Recalls

none