2026 Buick Envista

The Buick Envista is an all-new replacement for the Encore, Buick's previous subcompact SUV. This front-wheel-drive SUV or elevated hatchback slots below the Encore GX and like its Chevy Trax sibling, comes as a front-drive only. Pricing starts in the low-$20,000 and the car comes well equipped with advanced safety features and wireless Apple CarPlay. Even a heated steering wheel is a low cost option. The sole engine is a turbocharged 1.2-liter turbo three-cylinder engine that supplies readily available acceleration. We measured 29 mpg overall. The six-speed automatic transmission isn't the smoothest and neither is the ride. Handling is mundane but secure. The cabin is a bit drab but it's surprisingly roomy and the controls are easy to use. Standard ADAS features include AEB, LDW, and LKA. BSW, RCTW, and adaptive cruise control are optional.

Market value: $24,675
Fuel: Conventional
Transmission: Automatic
Seats: 5

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Model year 2026

Owner rating Not rated

Reliability 3/5

Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain: Conventional
Body style: wagon
Drive type: FWD
Transmission: Automatic, 6-speed
Category: Small sedans/hatchbacks
Generation began: 2024

Pricing

Current retail median: $24,675
Retail value range: $22,150 - $26,225
Original MSRP range: $24,700 - $29,500
Trade-in range: $20,410 - $24,630

Ratings

Road test score: 65/100
Reliability: 3/5

Fuel economy

EPA city: 28 MPG
EPA highway: 32 MPG
EPA combined: 30 MPG
Tested city: 21 MPG
Tested highway: 39 MPG
Tested overall: 29 MPG
Annual fuel cost: $1,340
Cruising range: 385 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph: 3.3 sec
0-60 mph: 9 sec
60-0 mph braking: 127 ft
Avoidance speed: 58.5 mph
Test status: Test Completed

Dimensions

Length: 183 in
Width: 72 in
Height: 61 in
Wheelbase: 106 in
Weight: 3,010 lb
Maximum load: 945 lb
Towing capacity: 0 lb

Interior

Seating: 5 people
Front head room: 4.5 in
Front leg room: 43.5 in
Rear head room: 2.5 in
Rear leg room: 31 in
Luggage: 3+0+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score: 6/10
Greenhouse gas score: 6/10
SmartWay: No

Brand context

About Buick

Buick’s line of two- and three-row SUVs are worth considering for shoppers looking for a nicer interior than in a Chevrolet or Ford without the luxury prices of a Cadillac, Lincoln, Lexus, or Acura. Options within Buick’s lineup start with the Envista, which is unusually sized between a large sedan and a subcompact SUV. The largest options include the three-row Enclave. Some of Buick’s models have earned Consumer Reports recommendations for having intuitive infotainment systems and quiet, pleasant interiors. Among U.S. car companies, Buick also ranks high in our new car reliability ratings. Some recent models also made our lists of recommended used cars.

Vehicle ID: 37549 Updated: December 4, 2025

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