Used Buick Envista Quick Facts
- Buick introduced the Envista for the 2024 model year, and any of the three available model years can make a good used buy.
- The Envista is one of the most affordable SUVs in Buick’s lineup.
- Power for the Envista comes from a turbocharged 3-cylinder engine, and it has one of the most spacious rear seats in the subcompact SUV class.
The Envista is one of Buick’s newest crossovers, entering the subcompact SUV segment with a more upscale feel than many competitors. It offers modern styling and a surprising range of creature comforts at a reasonable price, making it an attractive buy on the used market. While its subcompact dimensions may limit its appeal for buyers who regularly need lots of cargo space, the front-wheel drive (FWD) Envista is a solid used SUV with compelling tech and safety features.
What Is the Best Model-Year Used Buick Envista?
The Buick Envista has only been on sale for three model years, limiting the number of used examples on the market. That said, there haven’t been any significant updates since its introduction, so the best used Envista is the one that most closely aligns with your needs and budget. Buick reserves some of its most desirable features for the top Avenir trim, so you’ll need to spring for a higher trim level to get all the goodies. The good news is that Buick Envista resale values fall in the average range, so it won’t break the bank to shop for higher trim levels.
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Buick Envista by Generation: Which Should You Buy?
First Generation: 2024-Current Buick Envista
DOHC double overhead camshaft. SPM semi-permanent mold. ABS anti-lock braking system. FWD front-wheel drive. All three models — Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir — are front-wheel drive and share this powertrain, so GM publishes one specification set for the line; where a figure varies by wheel size or trim, the variation is named inside the cell. Fuel economy figures are GM estimates, not EPA ratings — the source states that official EPA estimates were not yet available. Cargo and load capacity are limited by weight and distribution.
| Specification | 2026 Buick Envista |
|---|---|
| Models | |
| Models offered | Preferred (FWD) Sport Touring (FWD) Avenir (FWD) |
| Engine | |
| Type | ECOTEC 1.2L Turbo |
| Bore & stroke | 2.95 x 3.56 in. / 75 x 90.5 mm |
| Block material | Aluminum, high-pressure die cast |
| Cylinder head material | Aluminum, SPM cast |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Fuel delivery | Spark ignition direct injection |
| Horsepower | 137 hp / 102 kW @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft / 219 Nm @ 2,500 rpm |
| Transmission and axle | |
| Type | 6-speed automatic |
| Application | 1.2L Turbo FWD |
| Gear ratio — 1st | 4.58:1 |
| Gear ratio — 2nd | 2.96:1 |
| Gear ratio — 3rd | 1.91:1 |
| Gear ratio — 4th | 1.45:1 |
| Gear ratio — 5th | 1.00:1 |
| Gear ratio — 6th | 0.75:1 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.5:1 |
| Chassis and suspension | |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Compound crank; Watts link (19-in. wheels) |
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted column / rack-and-pinion |
| Turning diameter | 11.4 ft. / 3.5 m (17-in. wheels) 11.7 ft. / 3.6 m (18-in. wheels) 11.7 ft. / 3.6 m (19-in. wheels) |
| Brake type | Electric, four-wheel disc rotors, ABS |
| Brake rotor size | 16 in. |
| Wheel size | 17-in. aluminum (standard on Preferred) 18-in. aluminum (standard on Sport Touring) 19-in. aluminum (standard on Avenir, optional on Sport Touring) |
| Tire size | 225/60R17, 225/55R18, 245/45R19 all-season |
| Exterior dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 106 in. / 2,700 mm |
| Overall length | 182.6 in. / 4,638 mm |
| Overall width | 71.5 in. / 1,816 mm |
| Overall height | 61.2 in. / 1,554 mm |
| Track | 61.3 in. / 1,556 mm (front) 61.6 in. / 1,564 mm (rear) |
| Interior dimensions | |
| Headroom | 39.4 in. / 1,001 mm (front, without moonroof) 37.6 in. / 955 mm (front, with moonroof) 37.3 in. / 947 mm (rear, without moonroof) 37.3 in. / 947 mm (rear, with moonroof) |
| Legroom | 41.9 in. / 1,064 mm (front) 38.7 in. / 983 mm (rear) |
| Shoulder room | 56.0 in. / 1,422 mm (front) 54.5 in. / 1,384 mm (rear row) |
| Hip room | 52.3 in. / 1,328 mm (front) 45.8 in. / 1,163 mm (rear row) |
| Weights, capacities and cargo volume | |
| Curb weight | 3,137 lb. / 1,423 kg |
| EPA passenger volume | 97.5 cu. ft. / 2,760 L |
| Maximum cargo volume | 20.7 cu. ft. / 586 L (behind rear seat) 42 cu. ft. / 1,189 L (rear seat folded) |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal. / 50 L (FWD) |
| Fuel economy — GM estimate, 1.2L FWD | |
| City | 28 mpg |
| Highway | 32 mpg |
| Combined | 30 mpg |
S standard — GM lists the feature as standard. A available — GM lists the feature under “available features” without saying which of the three models it belongs to, so this is not a claim about any particular trim. GM publishes this content as prose rather than a trim grid, which is why there are no per-model columns. ABS anti-lock braking system. Safety and driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle safely.
| Notable feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| Airbags and restraints | |
| Frontal airbags, driver and front passenger | S |
| Seat-mounted side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger | S |
| Roof rail-mounted head-curtain airbags, all outboard seating positions | S |
| Passenger Sensing System for the front passenger | S |
| Buckle to Drive | S |
| Driver assistance — standard Buick Driver Confidence package | |
| Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning | S |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | S |
| Front Pedestrian Braking | S |
| Forward Collision Alert | S |
| Following Distance Indicator | S |
| IntelliBeam auto high beams | S |
| Rear Park Assist | S |
| Cameras and monitoring — standard | |
| HD Rear Vision Camera | S |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System with tire fill alert (excludes the spare tire, if equipped) | S |
| Available features | |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | A |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | A |
| Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert | A |
| Rainsense front wipers | A |
Model Year Changes:
2026: No major changes.
2025: No major changes.
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Is the Buick Envista a Good SUV?
The Buick Envista is a solid value in the used market, and it offers quite a few desirable features. It’s more upscale than many subcompact SUVs, and Buick did a good job of giving it modern, attractive styling. That said, only a few model years are available, and the Envista’s subcompact size may limit its appeal for buyers who need more cargo space.
Does the Buick Envista Offer AWD?
Buick does not offer all-wheel drive (AWD) on the Envista. Buyers seeking AWD can consider the slightly more expensive Buick Encore GX.
How Much Can the Buick Envista Tow?
Buick does not officially rate the Envista for towing.
What Are the Most Reliable Years for the Buick Envista?
The Envista is still too new to have an extensive long-term reliability record. With only three model years on the road, there isn’t enough history to identify one year as meaningfully more reliable than another. Check the vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls and review its service history before buying. To date, there’s only one recall: a software update related to the driver display screen going dark.
What Kind of Warranty Comes With the Buick Envista?
A new Envista leaves the factory with a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage. Remaining factory warranty coverage transfers to subsequent owners, and additional coverage may come with certified pre-owned Envista models.
