2023 Buick Envision Avenir - REVIEW and POV DRIVE - NICEST SUV Under $50k

[@MSgtRandyR]

I bought a 2022 Envision Avenir 2WD new last August. Almost 7000 miles on it to date and the car has been PERFECT. No issues as others have commented. Absolutely an amazing vehicle that does give Cadillac a run for its money. My commute is both freeway and city driving 49 miles each day, and my info screen shows an average MPG (combined) of 29.2 MPG....NICE!

[@703Speed]

Great fuel economy, and I think it’s a great vehicle.. I just tested out a 23’ Cadillac XT5 Luxury (base model) and it’s price was the same as the loaded Avenir. I’d rather have the Avenir, but I could understand why someone would want the Cadillac nameplate - even if it meant you got a vehicle that wasn’t as nice

[@Saddedude]

I like the interior better than the XT5

[@djplonghead5403]

@@703Speed I saw on the IIHS that the XT5 had one of the worst headlight performance. Were you able to test them on this?

[@robertdennis550]

This is absolutely the best review of this vehicle I have seen. I just bought an Envision and learned a couple things about it I didn't know watching this video. Great job. Oh and you are right, this car provides tremendous value for the money spent and it's very peppy for a four banger. I accidentally spun the tires during a hot take off yesterday. It made me smile.

[@703Speed]

Thank you🙏🏼

[@michelegaraguso971]

I feel the same!! I leased a 2023 envision avenir and learned a few more things…i had a cadillac xt6 so im still getting used to the ride. Metallic white with beige interior is a beautiful suv

[@cruiserous]

I guess this is the most detailed tour to the Envision on KZbin. Thank you so much! You did an awesome job!

[@chadmark88]

Another great review . . I bought a 2021 version of this car at the end of the model year and LOVE it. I sold my 2016 CT6 because it rode too firmly for me and it was hard for me to get out of it with my health issues. My Envision rides much better than the CT6. I test drove MANY other SUV's before I bought my Avenir, but liked it the best. I've watched all of your reviews of the Yukon and think I'll test drive one of them to see if one of them will be my next vehicle. ( I have probably watched THIRTY different KZbin vehicle "reviewers" over the past couple of years and you do a very good job . . all of yours are predictable, meaning you start at the front and go around, the same way every time, just like the guys who have been doing this a lot longer than you - don't change a thing !!! )

[@703Speed]

Glad you like your Envision. The Yukons are really nice - tons of space, great sound system, great looks, I do wish the seats were a little more comfortable.. Also - thank you. I appreciate that, and I’m glad you like the videos. I will keep them coming!

[@chadmark88]

@@703Speed My Envision's seats are a little too firm for me TOO - you know more than the average person that MANY vehicles these days have firm seats.

[@Theescapist_87]

I absolutely love this vehicle. Test drove a mazda cx-5 because everyone said it was luxe for less, but it didnt compete. Thr cockpit is super spacious and plush. Feels like your sitting on a lazy boy sofa. And the panoramic sunroof makes it feel open and airy. I cant wait til mine gets here.

[@Jack_Hunt]

Agreed cx 5 doesn’t come close plus cx5 is dated

[@paulelliott7373]

Compared this vehicle to the RAV-4, Venza, NX and Forrester. The Envision won!

[@MutualistSoc]

I have a Cx5 Carbon Turbo and love it, shrugs. Heated & Ventilated seats, 3-person memory seats, Heads up display, No AutoStart/stop (thank god), leather seats, bose premium, 260hp and 320 torque, AWD, Premium wheels, Rezoning headlights, Fogs, heated mirrors. The only thing it doesn't have is a heated steering wheel (it was supposed to but due to supply issues it wasn't included), and massaging seats, and a camera washer. For 37K. A top trim Cx5 come with ALOT. Oh and I got it for 0% for 60 months just 3 months ago. The CX5 lives to the hype in my opinion. You get ALOT for sub 40k. Edit: I haven't checked. But from my memory I believe your able to tow 2x as much with the cx5.

[@dougpeterson6647]

We're looking at purchasing a used '23 Avenir. This review was a great help to us in making a decision to buy. Thanks!

[@edithorozco24]

Just purchased a 2023 envision Avenir last night. This video was so informative. Thank you and you did a great job going over the vehicle.

[@703Speed]

Thank you for the nice comment! Glad to help

[@mopnola]

Very nice review. Something not mentioned is the crash prevention visual, audio and tactile alerts. My fav is the way my driver seat jiggles as one method of alert. It's a GM thing and one of the major reasons I selected Buick over Acura. Also a power lumbar is part of Avenir package.

[@jaycatania5221]

Love this color. I was going back and forth between the CX-5 and the Envision, but your review sold me. Thanks. Not sure I can afford the Avenir. We’ll see. That is one, sweet ride.

[@mikeadams8708]

I guess you have to decide if you want a car built in Japan or China? Most Toyota models are built in the USA.

[@G-Rated]

@@mikeadams8708as if that’s the only measurement for a good automotive product. You Americans are so entitled and weird.

[@BobFamiglietti]

1:30. Great video. I purchased a 23 Envision Avenir 3 months ago. It's a great vehicle. The only draw backs in my opinion is the lack of turn signals on the side mirrors, no place to set my cell phone on the door pulls as it's just a hole for your hand and finally no place to put sunglasses.

[@empbizpres]

What an amazing review--so detailed and exactly what I needed to know. I'm checking out a 2023 Avenir tomorrow! I drove LaCrosse (two for a total of 13 years) and NEVER had a hiccup but unfortunately got rust thanks to all the salt here on roads in PA. May the Envision Avenir be at least 75% of what my LaCrosses were. Thanks again.

[@jimbopsvidz]

Thank you for this review. I was in the process of buying a GMC Canyon AT4 yesterday but after watching this I had to give the Envision a try first. They only had one blue one on the lot, an Avenir AWD. I drove it home and I really liked it, and so did my wife - probably just because it's blue. I ended up choosing the Envision, so now I'm a stereotypical 61 year old with a Buick. Until the turbo kicks in, that is.

[@703Speed]

Haha! Just seeing this comment. How have you liked the Envision so far?

[@jimbopsvidz]

@@703Speed I really like the Envision. The Avenir came with cool LED rear turn signals that are like those on an Audi, the active headlights are fantastic, the head up display is great, it's quiet inside, everything about it really. I have no regrets. :)

[@2W3X4YZ5]

Tell me again, you bought an all wheel drive.

[@Ghanshyam00000]

Hi, Paul, first and foremost I've seen a lot of reviews but I've never seen a car review above 20 minutes this review is 36 minutes you gave a full detailed review which is awesome this Avenir looks upscale and also grey and blue is my favourite colour in this car there are many spaces we can put the miscellaneous item in that space I like an interior whisper beige w/ Sonny accent seats l l like that one however I heard Booz sound before very soft sound I do not doubt to this car whatsoever main thing I like this Buick centre lovo it's kind gun bullet thanks for making this review.

[@terryhorejsi7772]

I am waiting for my 2023 Envision Avenir AWD. After test driving a few other SUV the Avenir was the best option for the price. I was told that the Avenir will now be shipping the side blind zone and cross traffic option and the lumbar support in the seats. I figured it will be worth the wait. This review also made up my mind in waiting and not choosing another vehicle.

[@StorytellerStudios]

Bought my 2023 Avenir one month ago and simply love it! Great vehicle! Thanks for your review!

[@knottytales]

Excellent detailed review. Thank you

[@703Speed]

Thank YOU for the nice comment!

[@johnmurphy9975]

My 91 year old father just got the essence premier so we got out of the dealer late and it was dark so I said I’ll drive home ,it rides like a caddy it is whisper quiet inside I was comfortable driving it within 5 to 10 minutes .Buick is a underrated vehicle it’s not your fathers Buick anymore it is a smart man’s caddy without the problems ,everything you mentioned in the review is true ,this was a pleasure to drive and your relaxed and comfortable driving. I told the salesman I was too young to drive a Buick, boy was I wrong.

[@703Speed]

These new Buicks are definitely nice!

[@mikehernandez1191]

Who ever was in charge at GM for ordering the blind spot monitoring chip needs to get fired yesterday. This car will loose hundreds if not thousands of customers for that.

[@terryouderkirkful]

Thank you, excellent review. I've been looking at the 2023 Buick Envision Avenir for the pass week and finally decided to purchase one. The only regret I have is the missing Blind Spot Indicator due to the chip shortage. The Buick Envision kinda looks like my current vehicle on steroids which is a 2020 MB CLA250 with the AMG appearance package. I love my CLA but we have recently purchased some e-Bikes. and need a hitch bike carrier. Actually, we were out biking 2 weeks ago on a bike path that passed in front of a Buick car dealership were the Envision made me do a double-take look, literally. I was so impressed by its appearance that I took a few pictures to remember which model it was and to check it out online. To be honest, Buick was never on my radar screen, I was thinking of purchasing a new MB GLA but the Buick Envision Avenir styling at it price point is an irresistible SUV.

[@703Speed]

Yes, this will definitely be a more comfortable vehicle than the Benz. Glad you liked the review

[@Jack_Hunt]

Yea the blind monitor is a bummer but hey I can live without that

[@danielmiedema5836]

I have an Xt5 and I can't see how this compares to a caddy with its fake exhaust, 4 cylinder engine compared to my 6 cylinder. Doesn't this have the kick feature or the remote control for the tailgate? Even my door handles light up

[@703Speed]

I’ll kinda put it like this: when you drive a Chevy, the Buick is Cadillac like. *But* when you drive a Cadillac - there’s nothing like a Cadillac in GM’s lineup but a Cadillac if that makes sense

[@johnwayne007]

I have a 2022 Black on Black Avenir AWD. One thing that doesn't get much attention, is the night driving. The headlights on the Avenier are stupidly bright. I sometimes feel sorry for incoming traffic. After i got the recall update to dim the DRL at night, I no longer get flashed thinking i had my brights on.

[@BruceBidinoff]

I just purchased the Avenir model(avenier is French for “future”) Like the future of Buick. Fortunately mine does have the blind spot monitoring and the rear cross traffic alert. I chose Cinnabar metallic red paint and the Whisper Beige Leather seats. Very excited. Traded in a 2016 GMC Terrain SLT, which I liked, but the transmission went out at 49,000 miles. Bummer. Anyway I now have a great big smile of anticipation.😎

[@lancewhitwell1972]

I was going to look at a Avenir today in OKC! are you liking it?

[@christhornycroft2731]

If this came in a hybrid or V6, I'd be sold. I may buy one anyway in the fall - a 2024 model. I wish they still sold sedans in Canada, but it's a Zoomer's world. Trying to find a car that is soft and comfortable when you have chronic pain isn't easy. Even at higher price points, it's all about handling and driving dynamics. I just want a really comfortable car with easy to use tech. It's probably coming down to this or the Camry. I don't care about status and as long as I have a good warranty, I can live with worse reliability to some degree compared to the Toyota. Comfort is everything. My first car was a 1990 Chrysler 5th Avenue with velour seats and there will never be another car as comfortable as that. My 300C wasn't bad, but they don't make cars for comfort and luxury anymore.

[@703Speed]

Then this is the right vehicle for you imo

[@robertdennis550]

I am 70 and have health issues myself and absolutely love this car. It's comfortable, quiet, peppy, and the tech is easy to learn. I suggest you take one on a test drive, I think you'll be impressed.

[@paulotoole1508]

I looked at a 2023 Buick Envision Avenir, overall a really nice looking vehicle expect for the amount of interior shiny black dollar store plastic.

[@maricela-makeup8702]

I got mine I’m going to have a month with my car and I love it , it’s have everything that we need ❤

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

I like the color on this! I must afford it bro.

[@703Speed]

You can do it bro

[@savage_skirt5386]

Lot of features offered on this but it is difficult to find one with everything included. many of them are missing features

[@FrankTheTank14507]

That missing blind spot side warning feature... will they retrofit that? Or is it a credit and deleted feature you will never get? Nicely detailed review. Thanks!!

[@703Speed]

I don't think it said anything about the retrofitting later. So I would say no

[@FrankTheTank14507]

@@703Speed I actually contacted Buick. It is a "no." That feature will not be retrofitted. Every dealer I spoke with gave the wrong answer and said it would be. So buyer beware.

[@703Speed]

@@FrankTheTank14507 They're just trying to get a sale

[@marthab255]

I bought the 2023 Aviner. Gets better gas mileage than my Jeep Wrangler. I do miss the height from the road.

[@michaelgrow8630]

Do you know deer whistles? Do you think they would fit on front bumper?

[@703Speed]

I just looked them up on Google. I think they would fit at the bottom of the front bumper. In the lower grille area

[@janedonna5202]

Buick proves GM can build great cars on par with Honda or any luxe brand. Unfortunately, Americans overlook Buick due to poor marketing lumping the car in with Toyota instead of Lexus

[@703Speed]

Yup, exactly

[@G-Rated]

Their marketing is fine, so many young folks are driving Buicks I mainly see them in this Envision and the Encore GX. I think middle aged Americans who are Toyota and Honda loyalists don’t wanna leave Acura or Lexus to give Buick a try due to politics and things that don’t actually matter. Buick is definitely building a superior product for the money. I’m very excited to see the Envision and Enclave redesigns! They both look great for the 2024 MY especially in Avenir trim.

[@jerryp8990]

I didn’t see TPMS on the info screen. Does this car not have that?

[@703Speed]

It should

[@darrenham2723]

It does

[@bradh6185]

Dang, dude. You're already at 20,000!

[@703Speed]

21,000 as of this morning!

[@bradh6185]

@@703Speed Keep up the good work.💪

[@703Speed]

Will do!@@bradh6185

[@RigginTheRod010]

Beautiful car. Wish it had at least 320 hp

[@RigginTheRod010]

After this comment we end up buying one in August 😂

[@michaelgrow8630]

Well done bro. Peace.

[@703Speed]

Thank u Michael

[@christhornycroft3686]

If they replaced all the hard black plastic with, well, anything, it would have been near perfect. A naturally aspirated V6 or V8 would have been great too.

[@703Speed]

Lol.. Pretty much all new vehicles have that black plastic.. Even BMW's and Mercedes.. A V8 would be killer, but with EPA regulations, it'll never happen :/

[@christhornycroft3686]

@@703Speed I would have thought that in 2023 they'd have the technology to make a V8 that passed those regulations. My 2020 E63S had a biturbo V8. The 2 turbos weren't necessary.

[@703Speed]

@@christhornycroft3686 I agree, and Ive thought about thus many times before.. They have to be able to make a v8 that gets mid 20's mpg.. It has to be possible, but no-one is making a v8 that gets that mileage. Maybe its not possible? Those E63's are SICK! Do you still have it? Wagon or sedan?

[@waynep4963]

I thought for the price the mirrors would be electronic fold in.

[@gmeds8336]

Does the Envision Avenir come with a theft deterrent system?

[@lilred1107]

All Buick models have theft deterrent systems

[@sutikno917]

For Buick Envision cars, it's better to just buy a used car because it's cheaper and the purchase price falls

[@savage_skirt5386]

jd power shows that they hold decent value

[@1533ramsay]

⁸5³2226⁶⁹865-470-4139 88⁸8⁸6400mAh 6th 5 5thim looking at purchasing a 2-year-old one with 13,000 miles at over 1/2 the retail price. It's a 2022. So you know they purchased it for more than list price.

[@mikeludwick7886]

Did That show guidance rear camera lines?

[@703Speed]

You can turn the lines on or off!

[@koven1497]

I only fear that the digital displays for the new 2024 envision will look poor like the lower models and not like the Escalade.

[@703Speed]

Well, that's fair, but this is $50k and the Escalade is $100k+

[@danschubring7957]

I chose against the Envision Avenir due to some not-so-positive owner reviews, poor resale value, Buick’s long-term viability, and no GM retrofits for missing this-and-thats. I saved $7000 by choosing a Mazda CX-5 Signature which I really enjoy.

[@703Speed]

The CX-5 is a great car

[@janedonna5202]

The new 'Pure" design language ruins the unique wing-like daytime running lights. New l ou go is nice but that's that only good thing about the new 2023 Buick

[@patrickgagnon9662]

Soft ride = body roll when press hard ....pitchman for GM.

[@703Speed]

Have you driven one?

[@patrickgagnon9662]

@@703Speed yes I have , but after my CX-5 s sporty /firmer ride and much better handling ,I can say better ride in the buick , but you pay for it in handling , if you just want to relax when driving , get the Buick , but if you want to really drive and feel the car CX-5 does it for me.

[@703Speed]

@@patrickgagnon9662 fair enough. I need to test some new Mazdas

[@patrickgagnon9662]

@@703Speed Do a CX-5 at 256hp /320 lbft torque....enjoy.

[@mozeby1975]

Would be perfect with the older 260-272 hp version of the 2.0 t. Why GM neutered this engine is beyond me.

[@G-Rated]

For refinement and reliability.

[@mozeby1975]

@@G-RatedI’m unaware of any issues with the higher output versions(which they still use in the Camaro). I think it’s all about economy. HP isn’t free and more power likely means worse fuel economy. Too bad because the 270hp version perform almost as well as the 3.6 options in the cars they are offered in (ATS, Camaro). I even remember a Car and Driver test of a Traverse base w/fwd. it was quicker than a XT4 which is much smaller. Same goes for the 250hp 2.0 Equinox. Way quicker than the current 2.0.

[@G-Rated]

@@mozeby1975 wow, that’s impressive. I want to test drive a CTS with the 2.0 so badly. You’re not the first to say this about that motor. I will admit i felt that most are just upset about the drop in hp number assuming performance was about the same with the new less powerful successor. Time and time again I’m being told there’s a big performance difference. Do you feel the new motor is at least more refined?

[@1533ramsay]

Why??? Have you heard of Cafe standards? Government unreasonable control on gas mileage. They control everything in our lives. That's why cars are using 3 cylinder engines now. Crazy....🙄

[@mozeby1975]

@@1533ramsay same rules apply to other companies. GM is solo in going backwards in power output.

[@markallen2984]

"Basically a Cadillac"......how many people still consider that statement a compliment?

[@703Speed]

Probably a lot. Have you been in a new Cadillac recently? They’re very nice

[@markallen2984]

@@703Speed Maybe. But the brand reputation is sullied, it's prestige diminished, it's desirability reduced

[@703Speed]

@@markallen2984 Please explain why you think that. I'm genuinely curious

[@markallen2984]

@@703Speed Cadillac used to be able to legitimately call themselves "The Standard of the World". But over the years most Cadillacs became little more than gaudy Chevrolets. Basic GM platform sharing diminished the image of Cadillac. The Cadillac Cimarron was the absolute bottom, but they have never fully recovered. Cadillacs are cars for old men. It is often said get an old man will buy a young man's car, but a young man will never buy an old man's car. Cadillac deceives itself that it is competitive with Mercedes-Benz/Audi/BMW but they are not. Most Cadillacs are floaty, and lack interesting styling. Lexus is really the competition for the modern Cadillac but Lexus' cars are more technically advanced, dramatically more reliable and have far superior resale value. GM has squandered whatever prestige Cadillac used to carry. Just like they turned Pontiac into a joke which resulted in the death of the brand.

[@G-Rated]

@@markallen2984sounds like you are stuck in the past and you’ve sadly showed your age through your comment. You know little to nothing about modern day Cadillac and that’s pretty evident from your explanation of where you think luxury brands are positioned in today’s market. Cadillac is amongst the most desirable luxury brands in the world and they currently have the number 1 selling full-size SUV in America because of that. You will find foreigners with Cadillac design cues on and inside of their own creations. Their influence hasn’t been as strong as it is right now in years.

[@charlesandellenmarlowe3780]

GMC cars are not American Made only from China. My 2019 Envision is a lemon computer processor and electrical components can not be fix and now I am with out a vehicle. Thanks to GMC and Bob King Buick Wilmington NC.

[@703Speed]

Ugh, that stinks.. I'm sorry about that

[@michaeldcadogan1119]

The infotainment screen tilted to driver is a bad design,because the passenger is left out

[@1533ramsay]

I'm sorry, Its all about the driver. It's a safty thing. It's that way for a pilot of a plane. 🤔

[@greghuckstorf1381]

Where is it made, China?

[@703Speed]

Yes actually lol

[@kirktitgen2309]

I hate fake exhaust tips !!!!

[@robertduklus6555]

so what are you saying is that chinese know how to put a car together well, you guys

[@christhornycroft3686]

Yeah, apparently it’s stupid to be racist against cars. It’s made with GM parts. The factory is state of the art.

[@703Speed]

I actually just heard Lincoln will be moving their plant that makes the Nautilus to China as well.. I’m tired of things being made in China

[@robertduklus6555]

@@703Speed the factory that builds nautilius also build edge, both will be moved to china and as far as i know nautilus will be no more in north america. the edge is definitely a goner after this model year.

[@pv777-98]

​@@703Speed Without China, the Buick brand would be gone. Chinese buyers saved the Buick, and some of the Buicks sold in the US are made in China. You can choose not to drive it 😂😂😂😂😂

[@703Speed]

@@pv777-98 you aren’t wrong. I really like the Buicks. I just wish that the American cab was built in the U.S. that’s all I’m saying. They really are great cars

[@tuckerburk8499]

Funny how you say affordable @ 50k$

[@703Speed]

Gotta consider what cars are costing nowadays. Unfortunately $50k is the new $35-40k

[@davidw5731]

I bought a 2022 Avenir in the same color. You will be paying a lot of money for an inferior vehicle. The flaws of this vehicle are not clear during a test drive, but they become apparent when you start driving the car. Several technology examples that are just poorly executed. I had the same tech on the BMW I traded, and that tech was light years away in reliable performance. Fit and finish is just plain poor, like the time I went to a drive through in the rain and it frosted the interior inside the window. Dealer had no answer for that issue, so they just covered it up with some Armor -All type product. I could go on and on. Save your money, this is a poor choice.

[@ricardocg2828]

Basically a Chinese car

[@paulelliott7373]

Everything is made in China. Literally, every car in the world has Chinese parts. Actually, this SUV is very well made.

[@robertduklus6555]

dude start working on little bit less of the ''you guys'' and by a little bit I mean 80% less, unless your target audience are 14 years old school girls. Should this be the case throw in '' like'' every seconds. good luck

[@703Speed]

Why do you watch my videos and comment if you don’t like them?😂 this is the 3rd comment like this in 3 months lol

[@robertduklus6555]

@@703Speed Are you offended by my comment? Not open to criticism? Maybe you should be grateful for people watching it, isnt that helping you with your algorithms ? Would you be happier if I unsubscribe ? Wow, are you tracking negative comments? There, there mate.

[@703Speed]

@@robertduklus6555 I’m not offended by criticism. If you take a look at my channel, you can see how I actually appreciate criticism. It helps me improve the channel. But when you ask how many f-ing Outback videos I do is not criticism - it’s just interesting I guess I could say. I’m also not tracking negative comments, but when I click on your name it shows me a list of all the comments you’ve commented on my channel

[@robertduklus6555]

@@703Speed you know what? looks like you cut down on subarus, it worked. now cut down on you guys and you will go to the top. i mean it.

[@703Speed]

@@robertduklus6555 I will work on it.. Lol. I try. Hard sometimes

[@mumbulog]

Don’t like continental tires! Ford had issue of blow outs! Tire company blamed ford, ford blame tire company! Ever hear who was right? Not me!

[@paulelliott7373]

Same experience. I had Continentals on my 84 VW and had a blowout. They were bad. My 2021 SUV has Continentals and they're as good as Michelin. They've gotten much better🚙🚙

[@stevenwallman2346]

I believe the Ford blowout problem was with Firestone tires.