Buick Envision
The 2026 Buick Envision presents a mixed reliability picture.
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2026 modelSpecifications by model year
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 22 | 28 | 25 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.41 |
| 2025 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 |
| 2024 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 |
| 2023 | 22 | 29 | 25 | 10.69 | 8.11 | 9.41 |
| 2022 | 22 | 29 | 25 | 10.69 | 8.11 | 9.41 |
| 2021 | 22 | 29 | 25 | 10.69 | 8.11 | 9.41 |
| 2020 | 20 | 25 | 22 | 11.76 | 9.41 | 10.69 |
| 2019 | 20 | 25 | 22 | 11.76 | 9.41 | 10.69 |
| 2018 | 20 | 26 | 22 | 11.76 | 9.05 | 10.69 |
| 2017 | 20 | 26 | 22 | 11.76 | 9.05 | 10.69 |
| 2016 | 20 | 26 | 22 | 11.76 | 9.05 | 10.69 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2025 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2024 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2023 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2022 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2021 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2020 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2019 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic 9-spd | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2018 | — | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | — | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2016 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | pricing | Trim | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — |
| 2024 | Trim: Preferred | Preferred | — |
| 2023 | Trim: Essence | Essence | — |
| 2022 | Trim: Avenir | Avenir | — |
| 2021 | Trim: Preferred | Preferred | — |
| 2020 | Base price: $36,995, Trim: Premium | Premium | $36,995 |
| 2019 | Base price: $33,500, Trim: Premium II | Premium II | $33,500 |
| 2018 | Base price: $35,870, Trim: Base | Base | $35,870 |
| 2017 | Base price: $37,720, Trim: Premium Package | Premium Package | $37,720 |
| 2016 | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 714 | 25.2 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 109.4, Front wheel: 20, Rear wheel: 20 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 109.4 | 20 | 20 |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 108.3, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 19 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 108.3 | 19 | 19 |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 108.3, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 108.3 | 18 | 18 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 108.3, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 108.3 | 18 | 18 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 108.3, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 108.3 | 18 | 18 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | rearAeb | parkAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2026 BUICK ENVISION SUV N/A AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2025 Buick Envision SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2024 Buick Envision SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Buick Envision SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Buick Envision SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Buick Envision SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2020 Buick Envision SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Buick Envision SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2018 | — | 4 | 5 | — | 2018 Buick Envision SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Buick Envision SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Buick Envision SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Buick Envision presents a mixed reliability picture.
2025
The 2025 Buick Envision presents a mixed reliability picture.
2024
The 2024 Buick Envision presents significant reliability concerns, particularly with its electrical systems and engine oil consumption, making it a high-risk used purchase.
2023
The 2023 Buick Envision presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2022
The 2022 Buick Envision presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant electrical system concerns like unexpected shutdowns and battery drain.
2021
The 2021 Buick Envision is rated below average for reliability.
2020
The 2020 Buick Envision presents a mixed reliability picture.
2019
The 2019 Buick Envision is a capable SUV with a 5-star overall safety rating, but its reliability is below average.
2018
The 2018 Buick Envision presents a below-average reliability picture, primarily due to significant concerns in its steering system.
2017
The 2017 Buick Envision is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to significant concerns with its **braking system** and **electrical components**.
2016
The 2016 Buick Envision presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to documented issues with its **brake system** and **engine**.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Buick Envision?
Carfocal currently has 11 published Envision reports, covering 2016 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Buick Envision presents a mixed reliability picture.
Published year coverage: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Buick Envision reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Buick Envision. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 buick envision presents a mixed reliability picture. and the 2026 buick envision's value proposition is tied to its strong safety credentials and decent fuel economy. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
11 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Buick Envision?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2016 through 2026.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 11
- Years tracked
- 11
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints