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2019 Buick Envision review

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Buick Envision highlights

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Pros

  • Just-right size 
  • Standard smartphone integration
  • Expansive list of options

Cons

  • Most desirable options only on higher trims
  • Smaller cargo capacity
  • Turbo engine has lower fuel economy

Mileage (EPA estimate)

20 city, 25 highway, 22 combined

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Just the right size for your needs

The 2019 Buick Envision combines luxury appointments, an available punchy turbo engine, and a “just right” size to create a compelling package for you to consider. The list of optional features leaves little to be desired, with available options including adaptive cruise control, a panoramic sunroof, and heated front seats. The Buick Envision also offers a smooth and quiet ride, aided by Buick’s QuietTuning™ noise control system with active noise cancellation. The Envision is available with all-wheel drive and a variety of driver aids to ensure you feel confident on the road.

All Buick Envision years

What is new for the 2019 Buick Envision?

  • Envision trims have been upgraded with Cloth Seats and CD Audio as standard equipment this year.
  • Sunroof(s) features are now available as options on select trims.

2019 Buick Envision trims

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Base:

  • 197-hp, 192-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
  • Rear Defroster
  • Cruise Control
  • Cloth Seats
  • Power Seats
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control
  • Side Airbags
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Preferred:

Essence:

Premium:

Premium 2:

  • Includes all features available on the Premium
  • A/C Seats
  • Head Up Display
  • Automated Parking
  • Navigation System
  • CD Audio

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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Buick Envision

1. Perky turbocharged engine with all-wheel drive 

The turbocharged, 2.0L four-cylinder engine is the option to choose if you are looking for more punch under the hood. This engine is paired with Buick’s all-wheel drive system with active twin clutch. The system adjusts torque to each wheel to ensure you have added traction before a slip occurs. You will feel confident with this Envision powertrain, which would be at home in any luxury SUV. 

2. Great in cold climates 

The 2019 Buick Envision will ensure you feel confident during winter months with available all-wheel drive. This helps ensure you have traction regardless of what weather conditions present themselves in the colder months. In addition, the Buick Envision offers key features for cold climates including remote start, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel to keep your hands warm.  

 3. Standard smartphone connectivity 

If you love to use navigation apps or streaming services for music or podcasts, you are in for a treat with the Buick Envision offering standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Autointegration. These systems allow you to easily access many of your phone’s applications at the touch of your fingers via the Envision's eight-inch touchscreen interface. From calling your loved ones to listening to a text as you drive, these systems are a great perk to the 2019 Buick Envision.  

4. Fantastic list of available features 

The 2019 Buick Envision offers an impressive list of available features. Technology features include a blind spot detection system, front and rear parking sensors, and adaptive cruise control, ensuring you have assistance as you drive. The Buick Envision also pampers you with available features including heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a panoramic sunroof.  

5. The Buick Envision parks itself  

The 2019 Buick Envision is equipped with driving aids focused on parking so that you feel confident navigating tight parking lots or fitting into parallel parking spots. The Envision is available with front and rear parking sensors as well as a rearview camera. The Buick also offers rear cross-traffic alert to notify you of oncoming traffic you may not be able to see. Higher trims offer an automatic parking system that takes care of both perpendicular and parallel parking. You will feel more confident than ever as a parking pro with the driver aids offered by the Buick Envision.  

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.8 out of 5

5 customer reviews
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RepairPal gave the Buick Envision an overall reliability rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Buick Envision 1st out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.

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Buick Envision features and specs

Essence 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Navigation System
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.5L

Horsepower

197

Torque (ft-lbs)

192

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

17.3

Wheelbase

108.3"

Overall length

183.7"

Width

72.4"

Height

66.8"

Leg room

F 40.9"/R 37.5"

Head room

F 40"/R 38.5"

Front tires

P225/60R18

Rear tires

P225/60R18

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

150/1500 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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