The 2018 Buick Cascada is a convertible that promises to combine the practicality of a small car with fun-in-the-sun motoring. It offers a relatively well-insulated cabin thanks to its thick power soft top, and it comes with a trunk that, if you're willing to forgo being able to lower the roof, is large for a convertible.
The Cascada?s turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine produces 200 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque to drive the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. Unfortunately it also weighs about 4,000 pounds, making it one of the slowest convertibles on the road.
This Buick's troubles don't end there. The interior technology is dated, and the interface is complicated by the sheer number of buttons in the cabin. The massive curb weight and its compact-car roots also hurt the Cascada's handling and braking performance. In almost every way, the Cascada is simply behind the curve.
The base Cascada does come with a strong standard equipment list. On the outside you get 20-inch alloy wheels, a power soft top, adaptive xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights and taillights, heated mirrors, rear parking sensors and remote engine start.
Inside, you'll find leather upholstery, eight-way power and heated front seats, 50/50-split folding rear seats, a heated tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and dual-zone automatic climate control. Infotainment is handled by a 7-inch touchscreen display (with Buick's IntelliLink interface), voice controls, a rearview camera, OnStar (with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi hotspot) and a seven-speaker sound system with a CD player, satellite radio and a USB media interface.
Moving up to the Cascada's Premium trim level gets you a few practical upgrades, such as foglights, automatic wipers and headlights, forward collision and lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, and navigation. The Sport Touring trim adds unique paint colors and trim pieces, such as a flat-bottom steering wheel.
If you're considering the Cascada, make sure to read our full review. If you decide it's the right convertible for you, take advantage of our shopping tools to find the best deal on a 2018 Buick Cascada in your area.
2018 Buick Cascada Overview
The 2018 Buick Cascada is offered in the following submodels: Convertible. Available styles include Premium 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A), Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A), and 1SV 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A). Cascada models are available with a 0-liter gas engine, with output up to 0 hp, depending on engine type. The 2018 Cascada comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic. The 2018 Cascada comes with a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. basic warranty, a 6 yr./ 70000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 6 yr./ 70000 mi. powertrain warranty.
The 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $38295. The average price paid for a new 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) is trending $3760 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
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The 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $38295. The average price paid for a new 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) is trending $8055 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) is 21% below the MSRP.
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The 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $38295. The average price paid for a new 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) is trending $4553 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) is 11.9% below the MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2018 Buick Cascada Sport Touring 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) is 11.8% below the MSRP.
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The 2018 Buick Cascada Premium 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $37170. The average price paid for a new 2018 Buick Cascada Premium 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) is trending $8054 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2018 Buick Cascada Premium 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A) is 21.7% below the MSRP.
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Review Having traded in a 328i hardtop convertible our expectations were high. This car is everything the BMWis not; roomier, quieter, more comfortable seats and a more relaxing ride. The Buick seems to be an easier car to live with even with some of the shortcomings mentioned. If you do not need a European performance car this is worth looking at.
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What options are available on the 2018 Buick Cascada?
Available Buick Cascada 2018 Submodel Types: Convertible
Available Buick Cascada 2018 Trims: Premium, Sport Touring
Exterior Colors: Sport Red, True Blue Metallic, Carbon Black Metallic, Dark Moon Blue Metalic, Smoked Pearl Metallic, Summit White, Flip Chip Silver Metallic, Roja Red Metallic, Deep Sky Metallic, Ebony Twilight Metallic, Carrageen
Interior Colors: Jet Black w/Jet Black Accents leather, Light Neutral w/Jet Black Accents leather
Popular Features: 2nd Row Bucket Seats, Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Aux Audio Inputs, Back-up camera, Bluetooth, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Heated seats, Lane Departure Warning, Leather Seats, Mobile Internet, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Navigation, Parking sensors, Post-collision safety system, Power Driver Seat, Rear Bench Seats, Remote Start, Soft Top, Stability Control, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, USB Inputs, Upgraded Headlights
Engine/Mechanics: 4 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Fuel Types: premium unleaded (recommended)
Drivetrains: front wheel drive
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