Why This Buick is Underrated // Buick Envision Review

The Buick Envision competes in the premium segment against vehicles like the Acura RDX and Lexus NX, but people often overlook the Buick Envision for some reason. They shouldn't since the Envision gives people a fair amount of premium features for less money than its main rivals. But the problem with the premium segment is that brands like Acura, Lexus, and Buick often find themselves competing against top shelf trims from mainstream brands like Toyota and Honda. More importantly, there is one upstart competitor that would like very much to move out of the mainstream and into the near luxury segment of SUVs.

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[sbnabbe]

I own this exact Buick that you featured, right down to the color, rims and tech package...although mine does have lumbar support. I love it. I previously had a well loved 2014 Acura RDX, which I bought new, and I was convinced I would only get another RDX until one evening I saw this Buick being backed off of a car carrier at a local dealership. I wasted no time, I was at the dealership the next morning when they opened. Drove it, loved it, took it home that day. I've had it for almost a year now and I'm still happy with my choice. I'm a bit of a car snob, and if you had told me that I would willingly buy a Buick before I was 65 years old, I would have told you there was no way, but this is a sharp looking little SUV, and it really made me change my mind on Buick. I recently drove a fully loaded Mazda CX-50 for a week as a rental car when I was traveling for work. While there's no doubt that it does have a little more power, and more cargo room, I personally didn't like it as much as my Buick. I found the seats to be a little uncomfortable and some of the infotainment interfaces to be glitchy and not as user friendly.

[NOT_A_TOP_FAN]

We bought a encore GX ST for a daughter a year and a half ago, and she loves it. We are seriously looking at the Envision ST now for the wife. In Texas, since Buick isn’t a huge seller, you can definitely get deals better than on a Mazda (between 2-4K off) Which then makes them really a better deal….

[retiredandroaming]

We bought a 2021 Envision Essence trim with the lumbar seats, etc this week, 27k miles and it looks and drives like a brand new car. It is amazingly fuel efficient, quiet, lovely interior and everyone remarks on what a beautiful vehicle it is. Very happy with this medium sized suv!!

[yramid]

I will be getting an Envision shortly. I like the CX 50 but I am not a fan of the infotainment situation. I am a single person so I will probably keep the back seats down most of the time but I like having the room to haul a bit when I need to.

[anissaevans]

Hello! How do you feel about the redesigned Envision(2024) vs the CX5 as far as looks?

[UnenthusedEnthusiast]

CX5 is extremely dated. CX50 is nice, but you will pay full price. Mazda doesn’t give much incentives. The Buick is the Best Buy and the more premium ride and much quieter.

[mizchocolit]

I'm driving a 2021...love it...has everything you mention. Not a fan of buttons compared to the stick but a great suv. May move up to the 2023.

[mrpmj]

Mazda has too few dealerships, I don't want to drive far for services. Parts would probably take longer too and another drive to the dealership to pickup a part.

[lostundgefunden]

The Envision doesn't have all the tacky outside front and rear end fake plastic flare and space age circus disco lighting that Kia's, Nissan's and Hyundai's have. It resembles the new Mazdas and is one step behind a Rover in looks.

[ksnowboardman]

The Mazda CX-50 and CX-5 is no competition for the Buick Envision. My opinion, the Buick Envision has much better styling, interior, and ride quality. $10k in rebates for the 2023 model will definitely help with the decision. Also, initial quality according to JD Powers is better with Buick. Super happy with the Envision, and this opinion is coming from a guy that traded in a VW GTI.

[koven]

Cadillac XT4 chassis, so that’s why. Nice upgrade from the 2018 Envision. Only complaint, was the later added tech upgrade for essence and the lack of fog lights.

[TurfSurf]

what camera are you using? great quality!

[pavansingrajput]

You have shot the visuals of Exterior and Interior of car way better than Brands themselves do. I loved watching this video.

[NCMCPlantier]

Painfully traded in my 2014 Buick Lacrosse with AWD. Had a 2011 Lacrosse before that. Absolutely LOVED that car. What a premium vehicle for the price. Honestly nothing was wrong with it except rust underneath as PA heavily salts and salines the roads. I purchased the Essence ST simply cause my Buick dealer gave me a great deal. I did give up features like cooled seats with lumbar. Buick does give you a lot for the money though. It’s only been a week, and I still miss my Lacrosse very much. Learning to appreciate the Envision each day.

[CMCNestT]

Why not get a $41k CX-50? Why are only fully maxed cars an option?

[barbarakaplan]

Love my 2022 Envision. Ride is smooth and quiet. Interior is beautiful and comfortable.

[jean-bernardjoly]

Same price as Venza... as does it compare?

[christhornycroft]

Hopefully the 2024s get lumbar support and all the stuff associated with the chip shortage. I was told that was the case. I'm looking at ordering one at the end of the year. There are so few comfortable cars left on the market - even at higher price points. It just feels like cars aren't being made for people with scoliosis anymore. I have it as well. I have rods in my back and I'm looking for a car that is actually comfortable and rides well. I had a Mercedes E Class and it was a complete let down. My Chrysler 300C from 2008 was more comfortable.

[AM]

Great review and very nice car. I want one.

[brocklanders]

The Buick will have big discounts available, making it more competitive. You can get a Preferred trim for $29k.