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2012 Buick Verano Sedan

Summary

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A compact luxury sedan featuring a FWD front engine layout, the all new 2012 Buick Verano features a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with E857 capability that produces 177 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission the Verano achieves 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. Features include blue translucent projector-beam headlamps, 18-inch alloy wheels, chrome hood portholes, remote start, heated leather seats, 9-speaker premium audio system, USB port, hands-free phone connectivity, and touch-screen navigation. Safety is comprised of ten airbags, anti-lock braking, full-function traction control, and tire pressure monitoring. The Verano is backed by a 4-year/50,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2012 Buick Verano Sedan

The 2012 Buick Verano is aimed squarely at the entry-level luxury buyer, and what that buyer gets is a well-built American car loaded with amenities you often have to pay up for to find. When compared to others in the segment, such as the Acura TSX and Lexus IS250, the Verano more than holds its own, yet is priced more than $7,000 beneath the former and $10,000 under the latter.

What's new for 2012?

The Buick Verano is an all-new model for 2012. As a compact luxury sedan which shares a platform with the Chevrolet Cruze, it slots in below the Regal as Buick's smallest offering. Power comes from a 177-hp 2.4L 4-cylinder engine, and the Verano is EPA estimated to achieve around 22 mpg city, 31 mpg highway. Luxury abounds inside, as do superior noise reduction materials, and the new Verano is one of the quietest cars on the road. Pricing starts at under $23,000.

Model Strengths

Whisper-quiet ride
premium luxury features
competitive, entry-level pricing
standard safety features

Model Review

The Buick Verano is a brand new model for 2012. It is also the smallest Buick, staking a claim on the compact luxury segment.

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