2020 Buick Envision review
Buick Envision highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Smartphone integration as standard
- Long options list
- Perky turbocharged engine
Cons
- Base engine is not as powerful as turbo engine
- Luxury options only on top trims
- Fuel economy could be higher
Mileage (EPA estimate)
20 city, 25 highway, 22 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Roomy SUV with a quiet cabin
If you are in the market for a comfortable SUV that offers plenty of room without being too large to maneuver in a parking lot, the 2020 Buick Envision could be a great pick for you. The Envision offers a long list of standard equipment, including rear-park assist, a hands-free tailgate, and heated front seats. Options on higher trims cover everything you expect from a luxurious SUV, including heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and adaptive cruise control. Buick’s QuietTuning™ noise control system with active noise cancellation ensures the Envision has a quiet ride, with the available turbocharged engine offering plenty of oomph to get around town. The 2020 Buick Envision is a great all-rounder that will ensure you are comfortable when navigating the road.
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What is new for the 2020 Buick Envision?
- Envision trims have been upgraded with Leatherette Seats as standard equipment this year.
- Running Boards and DVD Video System features are now available as options on select trims.
2020 Buick Envision trims
Base:
- 197-hp, 192-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Remote Start
- Smart Key
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Power Mirrors
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Preferred:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- 4WD/AWD
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Essence:
- Includes all features available on the Preferred
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Seat Heaters
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Premium:
- Includes all features available on the Essence
- 252-hp, 295-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Lane Departure Warning
- Turbo Charged Engine
- BOSE Sound System
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Premium 2:
- Includes all features available on the Premium
- A/C Seats
- Automated Parking
- Head Up Display
- Navigation System
- CD Audio
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5 reasons to buy the 2020 Buick Envision
1. Plenty of interior and exterior color choices
The 2020 Buick Envision offers six exterior colors, including a beautiful Dark Moon Blue Metallic that pairs well with the wheels available across the lineup. If you are looking for something more classic, there are hues of classic car colors including black, white, and red. On the inside, the Envision offers three colors to choose from so you can make sure the interior matches your preferences.
2. Impressive parking systems
The Buick Envision is available with a variety of driver aids to ensure that parking your Envision is as easy as possible. The Buick offers front and rear parking sensors to help alleviate any concerns when parallel parking. On higher trims, there is an available surround view system that provides a bird's-eye view of the car. The Envision also offers automatic parking assist to navigate you through parallel and perpendicular parking, ensuring parking your Envision is a breeze.
3. Comfortable in colder climates
With available all-wheel drive, the 2020 Buick Envision will ensure you have the necessary traction regardless of what winter conditions throw at you during the colder months. You will also love the feeling of warmth on your cold hands provided by the available heated steering wheel. Other perks include standard heated front seats and available heated rear seats, as well as available remote start.
4. Smartphone integration on every trim
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity is a must-have if you take advantage of navigation apps or streaming services for some of your favorite jams or podcasts. Both systems enable you to access some of the most popular apps with the touch of your fingers via the Buick’s eight-inch touchscreen interface. From listening to Pandora® to texting your loved ones from the road, the systems are a great addition to this competent SUV.
5. High-tech options available
If you love a tech-heavy ride, you are going to be hard-pressed to find missing features across the 2020 Buick Envision trims. The impressive list of options includes a blind spot detection system, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. While these systems assist you while you drive, the Buick Envision even helps you park with driving aids focused on parking. The Envision offers front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, and an automatic parking system that will automatically park the car in perpendicular or parallel parking spots.
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Ratings & reliability
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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Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Rear Entertainment System
- Running Boards
- 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
2020 Buick Envision FAQ
The 2020 Buick Envision is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 22 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Preferred: 22 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Essence: 22 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Premium: 20 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- Premium 2: 20 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
The Buick Envision received a rating of 5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Buick Envision as 0 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2020 Buick Envision has received an average 4.8 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2020 Buick Envision, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2020 Buick Envision Reviews.
The 2020 Buick Envision has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2020 Buick Envision:
- Leatherette Seats
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Running Boards
- Rear Entertainment System
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