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Buick Envision 2016-2020
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- Price
- $42,995–$45,000
- MPG
- 25
- Watch-out: Below-average value retention
How it scores for you10 scores
Quiet, comfortable, and generously equipped for the money, but middling economy, an anonymous drive, and an unrated safety record keep it a value play, not a standout.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 1 of its 5 recalls was serious. About 6% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted -2 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,600 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 52% of cars we track.
26.9 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 58% of other SUVs we track.
Compact SUV with a sliding rear bench and good rear legroom for its footprint; five adults is a squeeze.
252-hp 2.0T is adequate but chassis is tuned soft; competent, anonymous handling with no sporting pretense.
IntelliLink touchscreen with CarPlay from 2017 is easy to use but feature set is midpack for the era.
Buick QuietTuning and a compliant ride are the model's calling card; hushed cabin for the class.
Luxury brands like Buick tend to lose value faster than average.
Rated to tow 1,500 lb; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls9 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
9 recalls · 5 common complaint areas across 2016–2019
- Electrical — 20 complaints (2017)
- Recall — Equipment: other: labels (2017)
- Brakes — 16 complaints (2017)
2020
No recorded issues.
2019
- Complaint clusterBrakes6 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
Driving home from work and I seen the "service brake assist" light popped on. I did not know what that meant, until I tried to slow down around a curve. The brake pedal was extremely firm and mad stopping in time almost impossible. I made it home and looked on internet for answers. I checked the se
2018
No recorded issues.
2017
- RecallEquipment: other: labels16V516000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured February 4, 2016, to April 25, 2016. The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Moto
- RecallEquipment; seats: front assembly: head restraint17V404000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. An accessory NSV Universal Tablet Holder may have been installed incorrectly onto the front seat head restraints, preventing the head restraint posts from fully engaging in the seat back. If so, the head restraints wou
- RecallStructure17V412000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement headliner as part of a repair. These service parts might not have had impact energy-absorbing foam blocks attached. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirem
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump18V358000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange
- Complaint clusterElectrical20 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
During multiple drives the vehicle completely shuts off when driving or at lower speeds. When this occurs (4 times over the last 3 months) the vehicle has no power or ability to restart creating a major safety issue. You cannot turn on the hazards or anything in the vehicle. The vehicle is still in
- Complaint clusterBrakes16 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the brakes became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to use the terrain-driving system to continue driving. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle w
- Complaint clusterPowertrain9 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
2017 Buick envision failed an annual smog check with OBD trouble codes: P0700; P2535; and U0100. P0700 is related to a transmission issue.
- Complaint clusterSteering8 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
When I stop at traffic lights, my car does not immediately turn back on (it has the auto stop feature). It flashes "parking brake released" on the dashboard. Then, it starts back up. Sometimes, it has not started back up right away & the steering wheel seizes. It has also said, "Assisted Steering Re
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other8 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The liftgate has randomly started closing on me while I'm loading groceries at least 3 times in the past year. Every time it has hit me in the forehead with enough force to cause intense pain for several days. Otherwise, it works normally so there is no way I know to intentionally reproduce the issu
2016
- RecallEquipment: other: labels16V516000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured February 4, 2016, to April 25, 2016. The Tire and Loading Information label may display the incorrect maximum weight information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Moto
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic16V922000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to March 18, 2016. The the master cylinder brake lines may crack and leak brake fluid.
- RecallEquipment; seats: front assembly: head restraint17V404000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. An accessory NSV Universal Tablet Holder may have been installed incorrectly onto the front seat head restraints, preventing the head restraint posts from fully engaging in the seat back. If so, the head restraints wou
- RecallStructure17V412000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Buick Envision vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement headliner as part of a repair. These service parts might not have had impact energy-absorbing foam blocks attached. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirem
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump18V358000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange
Cost to own$29,200 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$42,995–$45,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,600/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
22
Highway MPG
29
Combined MPG
25
Horsepower
252 hp
Doors
4
Cargo volume
26.9 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
57.3 cu ft
Towing capacity
1,500 lbs
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
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