2022 Buick Envision Review

Name: 2022 Buick Envision Review
Brand: Buick

Price Range: $19,999 - $31,998

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The 2022 Buick Envision is an average small SUV in nearly every metric. This new-generation model is certainly an improvement over the prior one, but it doesn't really stand out against the likes of an Acura RDX, BMW X3 or Volvo XC60.

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2022 Buick Envision Review

byKurt Niebuhr^{Senior Vehicle Test Editor
Kurt Niebuhr has worked in the automotive industry since 2005. A automotive photographer by trade, Kurt is now one of Edmunds' high-performance test drivers. He's driven and photographed hundreds, if not thousands, of vehicles all over the world, so Kurt's library of automotive experiences would certainly make for a good book. When not dreaming about getting his racing license or trying to buy out-of-date film for his cameras, Kurt can usually be found cursing at his 1966 Mustang.}

Pros

Quiet interior at highway speeds
Smooth ride over bumps
Pleasing number of premium features for the price

Cons

Interior materials fall short of luxury expectations
Smaller-than-average cargo area

What's new

No major changes for 2022
Part of the second Envision generation introduced for 2021

Overview

Situated between the smaller Encore GX and the larger three-row Enclave, the 2022 Buick Envision is a small luxury SUV that offers a fair number of features at a competitive price. Buick gave the Envision a much-needed redesign for 2021 so this year's model is effectively unchanged.

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2022 Buick Envision
Avenir 4dr SUV
$24,950
great price
$3,943 below market
- 36,937 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, rental vehicle
- 4cyl automatic
- Leesburg Buick GMC (7 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Leesburg, VA
2022 Buick Envision Avenir Olympic White AWD 2.0L TurbochargedEnvision Avenir, 4D Sport Utility, 2.0L Turbocharged, 9-Speed Automatic, AWD, Olympic ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: LRBFZSR49ND070306
Stock: P1027
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-16-2024
2022 Buick Envision
Essence 4dr SUV
$25,625
good price
$1,134 below market
- 16,915 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, rental vehicle
- 4cyl automatic
- Leesburg Buick GMC (7 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Leesburg, VA
2022 Buick Envision Essence Summit White FWD 2.0L TurbochargedLocal Trade, Back up camera, Bluetooth Hands-free, Cruise Control, Heated Seats, Keyle...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (24 City/31 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: LRBFZNR48ND161908
Stock: L1001
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-17-2024

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The small luxury SUV segment is a crowded and competitive one. The Mercedes-Benz GLC and Volvo XC60 lead the way with their European refinement, while Acura's RDX offers excellent handling and a comfortable interior. If you want to keep costs down, Mazda's near-luxury CX-5 can be loaded up for thousands less than the aforementioned luxury brands. Overall, we think Buick's Envision is a competent SUV but it'll be worth your while to shop around. Read our Expert Rating below for our complete breakdown of its biggest hits and misses.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Average

7.4

out of 10

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Rated for you by America's best test team.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the Envision drive? Mat the gas and the Envision reaches 60 mph in 7.7 seconds, which is decently quick for a small SUV. From the driver's seat, it doesn't feel that quick, which could be a bonus for those who prefer quiet confidence over theater. The gas pedal is immediately and pleasingly responsive. The brakes are also better than average. Emergency stopping distances are short, and the vehicle remains composed and controllable. The pedal feel is reassuring.

The handling, even with some notable body roll, is decent. The Envision is not an SUV to have fun with, but it feels confident at sensible speeds.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the Envision? The front seats have enough adjustments for most drivers to find a preferred seating position. But the bottom seat cushion is a bit short for taller passengers. The padding is on the firm side and can create some hard spots after a few hours. The massage functions are weak compared to premium luxury versions, but they're a welcome relief when you start feeling those hard spots.

The ride quality is praiseworthy. It's biased toward softness and smooths over many imperfections that other SUVs ride more harshly on. Helping matters is a very quiet cabin that effectively eliminates most wind and road noise.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The interior design has a clean, understated look. Buick pleasingly canted the center dash section toward the driver to make it easier to reach. The push/pull button gear selector is more intuitive than alternatives from other carmakers, and it doesn't take up too much space on the center console.

The interior space is average for the class, which means taller passengers will likely feel cramped on a long trip. Outward visibility is helped by sensibly sized roof pillars and crisp resolution in the available surround-view camera system. Overall, there's not much to complain about, but also there's not much to praise.

Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard, which means you don't need to use a USB cord to integrate your phone with the touchscreen. Unfortunately, Apple CarPlay with the wireless connection was very slow to respond in our testing, so we had to resort to using the USB cable instead. The Envision's native voice command system is OK, but it doesn't recognize natural speech commands.

The available 10-inch touchscreen looks sharp. But Buick's decision to put the infotainment controller knob right next to the screen is puzzling. You have to reach to the dashboard to use the touchscreen anyway, so why put them together? Locating the controller on the center console where your hand normally rests would have made more sense.

The Envision's driver aids such as adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist are well tuned and operate smoothly. We never experienced any false alarms. Audio quality from the Bose system degrades at higher volumes, and the bass lacks punch. At moderate volume, the quality is decent but not impressive for an upgraded system.

Storage

7/10

How’s the storage? With 25.2 cubic feet of cargo space, the Envision cargo area is well below what the typical small SUV offers. Buick hasn't added any clever storage bins or shelves, but there are some hooks that you can use to secure grocery bags. The liftover height is about average, and the available hands-free hatch function works well.

Interior storage is adequate, with moderately sized door pockets, cupholders and center armrest bin. The wireless charging pad can help keep your phone in place. Got kids? Installing a large rear-facing infant seat will likely impinge on front seat space, but the LATCH anchors are easy to find and access.

Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the front-wheel-drive Envision will get 26 mpg in combined city/highway driving, which is pretty decent considering the power the turbocharged four-cylinder engine makes. We observed 28.8 mpg on our 115-mile highway-heavy evaluation route, confirming that these estimates are realistic.

Value

7.5/10

Is the Envision a good value? The Envision occupies an odd space: one that's a cut above your standard small SUV in interior materials quality and exterior appearance, but at a hefty premium. You might cross-shop it across both luxury and non-luxury segments, but ultimately it's not as good a value as a mainstream SUV or as luxurious as a top European small SUV.

Warranty coverage is typical for the class, but Buick's roadside assistance coverage is an excellent six years/70,000 miles. That's better than much of the competition. The first scheduled maintenance visit is also complimentary, a small but nice perk.

Wildcard

7/10

The Envision proves itself capable in terms of performance and comfort, but it isn't really outstanding in any given area. You can view it as a bargain luxury SUV or a nicer mainstream SUV, but we think it commands a buyer with very specific wants and it's not something that will appeal to the masses.

The Envision represents a step in the right direction for Buick. It's attractively designed and has an understated class. It makes a statement without saying much.

Which Envision does Edmunds recommend?

The midlevel Essence is a good place to start. To that, we'd add both available Technology packages for their premium features, such as a larger touchscreen with navigation, parking sensors, adaptive cruise control and adaptive suspension. To add a sportier look, the Sport Touring package is also available.

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2022 Buick Envision models

The 2022 Buick Envision is a five-passenger small luxury SUV available in three trim levels: Preferred, Essence and Avenir. All have a turbocharged 230-horsepower four-cylinder engine mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional. Feature highlights for the Envision include:

Preferred
Starts you off with:

LED headlights
Roof rails
Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
Keyless entry and ignition
Power-adjustable driver's seat
8-inch touchscreen
OnStar remote services with Wi-Fi hotspot
Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
Six-speaker audio system

Every Envision also comes with the Buick Driver Confidence suite of safety features that includes:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane keeping assist (steers the vehicle back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
Safety alert seat (vibrates the driver's seat cushion when a safety warning is triggered)

Comfort and Convenience package
Available for the Preferred trim, it adds features such as:

Hand-free liftgate
Heated steering wheel and front seats
Remote engine start
Dual-zone climate control
10.2-inch touchscreen
Seven-speaker audio system with an amplifier

Essence
Gains more premium features such as:

Contents of the Comfort and Convenience package
Larger driver information display
Power-adjustable front passenger seat
Driver's seat memory functions

Sport Touring package
Available for the Preferred and Essence, it includes:

Dark gray 20-inch wheels
Black exterior trim
Unique grille and ST badging
Embossed headrests
Sport pedals

Technology Package I
Adds these safety and tech features to the Essence:

Front parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of the vehicle when parking)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the vehicle and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Navigation
Bose nine-speaker audio system
HD radio
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)

Avenir
Tops the Envision lineup with:

Contents of the Technology Package I
Ventilated front seats
Heated rear outboard seats
Driver's seat massage functions
Household-style power outlet
Wireless charging pad

Optional for the Essence and Avenir is the Technology Package II that includes:

Adaptive suspension (enhances ride comfort and cornering stability)
Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
Enhanced forward collision mitigation system
Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
Virtual rearview mirror (allows you to see out of the back even with a fully loaded cargo area)
Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2022 Buick Envision Preferred 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.72 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$171/mo

$170/mo

Avg. Midsize SUV

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

5/5Excellent

#1 out of 32 among Midsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Buick Envision from 2008-2022.}

$318/yr

vs. $485/yr
for Average Midsize SUV

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

0.18x/yr

vs. 1.18x/yr
for Average Midsize SUV

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

4.8%

vs. 13.5%
for Average Midsize SUV

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Buick Envision Reviews

Owner Reviews

3.8

61 reviews

5(52%)

4(8%)

3(20%)

2(9%)

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One Sweet Ride

Rich, 02/16/2023

2022 Buick Envision Avenir 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)

I was planning on buying the BMW X3 until I test rode the Buick Envision. I test drove both and felt that both cars drove equally as well, but the Envision has a more elegant, streamlined shape. The interior is very posh and luxurious as well, with lots of soft touch padding. You also get more bells and whistles for thousands of dollars less. I purchased an Avenir model 5 months ago …

My Avenir

Cliff, 04/30/2021

2021 Buick Envision Avenir 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)

Just purchased this wonderful midnight moon blue Envision Avenir 3 weeks ago. It has the whisper beige interior which I love. The small SUV is so Buick. Rides like a dream. So quiet. Many Avenir tech features. Get ready to learn if this is your first technological featured vehicle. Very easy. Looked at all trim levels. Avenir is the best! Did not go with AWD. Didn't feel living in …

WOW!

Chris, 08/11/2022

2022 Buick Envision Essence 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)

Buick got it right with this one...We ended up buying the ST model, it rides a little rougher than those without low profile tires but still a good ride with sporty look. The Envision is not extremely fast but does have plenty of Gitty up and go and corners well for an SUV. The transmission is awesome shifts very smooth, we done 80 mph through the mountains and the RPMs remained the same …

Next Generation Envision

Bob B., 05/21/2021

2021 Buick Envision Preferred 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)

Purchased a 2021 Envision for my daughter. Preferred trim in Summit White with the Sport Touring Package and Comfort And Convenience Package. Highly recommend the Comfort package. You get a lot of amenities for the money. Vehicle looks very modern. We test drove the new Ford Bronco and a Chevy Blazer. The Envision is far more superior. Very smooth and quiet ride with the 20 inch wheels. …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 Buick Envision, so we've included reviews for other years of the Envision since its last redesign.

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2022 Envision Highlights

Trim:

Preferred

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$31,800
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	26 MPG
Cost to Drive	$171/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	25.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Envision models:

Safety Alert Seat: Vibrates the driver's seat on the left or right side to alert the driver of a possible hazard.
Side Blind Zone and Rear Cross-Traffic Alerts: Alerts the driver if a car is lurking in a blind spot or if one is approaching from the side while backing up.
Rear Seat Reminder: Reminds the passengers to check the rear seat for children and valuables before exiting.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.9%

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Which Envision does Edmunds recommend?

2022 Buick Envision models

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Buick Envision Preferred 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.72 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.

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