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2017 Base Front-Wheel Drive
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Price:   -  From $34,065
2017 Preferred Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $35,870
2017 Essence Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $37,720
2017 Preferred All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $37,720
2017 Essence All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $39,570
2017 Premium I All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $42,320
2017 Premium II All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $44,960

Overview

Following a brief run of debut models, the Envision enters its first full model year. The five-passenger crossover fits neatly between the subcompact Encore and full-size Enclave in Buick's lineup. This three-model approach gives Buick more room to compete in the upscale crossover market.

What's New for 2017

The Envision is now available in a full range of trim levels.

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Choosing Your Buick Envision

The Envision starts out with front-wheel drive and a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 197 horsepower. All-wheel drive is optional with this engine and standard with the available 2-liter turbo, which puts out 252 horsepower. All models use a six-speed automatic transmission. You get 26.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat and 57.3 cubic feet with it folded. (For comparison, Buick's seven-passenger Enclave can hold 115 cubic feet.)

Buick has added three trim levels to the the bottom of the lineup for a total of five:

Buick Envision

1SV

Gets the 2.5-liter engine and plenty of useful touches like a hands-free power liftgate, remote start, rear parking sensors, a universal garage door opener, heated power front seats, and reclining rear seats (upholstered in cloth with leatherette trim). Active noise cancellation assures a quiet cabin. A six-speaker sound system with Buick's IntelliLink interface is also standard. The 1SV is front-drive only and comes in a single exterior color, white.

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Preferred

Gains all-wheel drive as an option and additional color, trim, and accessory choices.

Buick Envision

Essence

Adds leather upholstery, plus heated rear seats, driver memory, a heated steering wheel, and tri-zone automatic climate control. Safety gets a boost from rear cross-traffic alert and blind zone monitoring.

Buick Envision

Premium I

Comes standard with the 2-liter engine, all-wheel drive, and 19-inch wheels (in place of the standard 18s). You also get more in the way of safety, including front collision alert, lane keeping assist, and a vibrating alert in the driver seat. A Bose sound system and a virtual gauge cluster are also part of the deal. Navigation is a standalone option.

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Premium II

Tops off the Envision with ventilated front seats, a head-up display, adaptive xenon headlights with automatic high beams, and an automated parking system. Exclusive to this trim level is the available Driver Confidence package with adaptive cruise control, surround-view cameras, and front collision mitigation with automatic braking.

All models except the 1SV are eligible for individual options such a tow package, roof rack cross bars, a cargo cover, and protective floor mats. The Premium models can also get a panoramic sunroof.

CarsDirect Tip

Although the 1SV and Preferred carry tempting prices, they lack the leather seating and safety technology most buyers want in this class. We recommend checking out the Essence first, and then upgrading to a Premium model only if you want more power.

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: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

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: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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Entering its first full model year in the Buick lineup, the Envision crossover offers upscale appointments and character in a package that sits neatly between the tiny Encore and the hulking Enclave CUVs.

Pricing and Equipment

The roster starts with the $34,990 (including a $925 destination charge) model, simply called Envision on Buick's consumer website, which offers a lot of standard equipment, but no options or color choices (seriously, white is the only available color). The $36,795 Preferred serves as the entry point for most buyers. All-wheel drive is available, as are a few trim choices. All Envisions carry convenience features like:

  • A hands-free power liftgate
  • Heated, powered front seats
  • Remote start
  • A universal garage door opener
  • Rear parking sensors

The $38,645 Essence trim provides more interior features, including leather upholstery, and blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Priced at $43,245, the Premium I adds standard all-wheel drive and extra safety technology. The plusher Premium II ($45,885) is available with a $1,545 Driver Confidence package that includes adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.

The Buick Envision offers a choice of two four-cylinder engines, both mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission:

  • The bottom three trim levels – Envision, Preferred, and Essence – use a 2.5-liter, non-turbocharged four-cylinder that develops 197 horsepower. Front-drive is standard with this engine, and all-wheel drive is available, except on the base model. The 2.5-liter achieves a commendable 25 mpg in combined city and highway driving, according to the EPA.
  • The Premium I and II get a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that provide a boost to 252 hp and comes exclusively with all-wheel drive. It's a better match for a family vehicle of this size, though efficiency drops by about 3 mpg.

Performance Pros

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  • The Envision's soft, supple suspension handles bumps and potholes beautifully. If winter routinely destroys your roads, the Envision's ability to isolate its driver from the worst imperfections is a valuable feature.
  • The 2.5-liter base engine is fine for simple commuting, but the 2.0-liter turbo just brings so much more to the table. It's quick off the line, and while turbocharged engines generally lose steam at higher engine speeds, the sportier Envision's grunt is consistent and reliable.

Performance Cons

  • While most buyers will feel more comfortable with the turbocharged engine, it's only available on the pricey Premium models.
  • Even with all-wheel drive, the most the Envision can tow is 1,500 pounds, less than half of what we expected.

Interior Pros

  • Thanks to its squeak-free construction and active noise cancellation, the Buick Envision is extremely quiet inside, even at highway speeds.
  • From our position behind the wheel, the Envision felt like a no-excuses luxury vehicle, with an inspired dash design and nicely assembled materials of fine quality.

Interior Cons

  • The Envision is narrower than most family-oriented crossovers. We found ourselves wishing for more shoulder, elbow, and head room during long driving spells.
  • We understand the Envision is smaller and nimbler than GM's seven-passenger crossovers, but it probably succeeds too well in that regard. With 57.3 cubic feet of maximum cargo space, the Envision holds half as much as Buick's own Enclave.

The Most Pleasant Surprise

Comfort and convenience are high priorities for the Envision, which is evident in the list of standard equipment. Even drivers of the base model could feel pampered.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

Advanced safety technology is limited to the top trim levels, and even then the most desirable features cost extra.

The Bottom Line

The Buick Envision is every bit as quiet and relaxing as it should should be, and more expensive than it should be when fully equipped.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.5L I-4 / 197 HP / 192 ft.lbs.
Transmission
6-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
22 / 29 / 25 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.5L I-4 / 197 HP / 192 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
22 / 29 / 25 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
17.3 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$66
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
57.3 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length
183.7 "
Exterior Width
72.4 "
Exterior Height
66.8 "
Front Headroom
40.0 "
Rear Headroom
38.5 "
Front Legroom
40.9 "
Rear Legroom
37.5 "
Front Shoulder Room
57.0 "
Rear Shoulder Room
55.8 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,755 Lbs.
Wheel Base
108 "
Turning Radius
18.2 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
18.0 " Painted Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Chrome
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Cloth/leatherette
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power)
Front Armrests
(8-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
60-40 Split-bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Intellilink Siriusxm Am/fm/satellite, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
6
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
4
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months
72 Months / 70,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
24 Months / 24,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
72 Months / 70,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
72 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles

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