2017 Buick Envision Review

The 2017 Buick Envision is GM’s answer to the Lincoln MKC and the Acura RDX. Originally, the vehicle stirred up some controversy when the company announced that it would be built in and then imported out of China. After all, this is a first for a domestic-brand auto marketed in the United States.
The new Envision is said by some critics to appear almost forgettable. To drivers who cannot stay within the speed limit, however, that too might be a good thing. Others say the vehicle has a friendly feel to it. They note that it is marked as a Buick by its classic Buick-family waterfall grill. The overall dimensions are 184″ long, 72″ wide and 67 high. It reportedly gets as much as 22 miles per gallon in the city and 29 miles per gallon on the highway. It has a cargo volume of 26.9 ft³ or 57.3 ft³ with the seat area.
All three versions of this vehicle come standard with a number of things including an organically aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. This gives the driver 197 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque. It has 18-inch wheels.
The Envision has a six-speed automatic transmission, and an all-wheel drive option available. Buick fans will be happy to know that the base Envision comes complete with a lengthy list of standard equipment including automatic climate control, a backup camera, heated front seats and even remote start. The mid-level trims are said to offer additional options such as a blind-spot warning system, heated rear seats, leather seats and a panoramic sunroof.
All 2017 Envisions, just like all the new General Motors offerings, will also include an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, active noise cancellation and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capabilities. Other common model options include adaptive cruise, automated emergency braking and a 360-degree camera. Car And Driver magazine ranks the Envision in the “Top Twenty” compact luxury crossovers.
Those who took test drives agreed that it is marked as a Buick by the style of the cabin, the noticeably roomy back seat and the inner quiet. In fact, critics agree that the smoothness and quietness of the overall drive gives one a good first impression. They praise the quality of the ride as being especially good since bumps hardly register on the rider. The pundits conclude that while an all-wheel drive system is noteworthy, the responsive chassis and exceptional acceleration are what sell the 2017 Buick Envision.