2022 Buick Envision Essence - REVIEW and DRIVE! BEST compact SUV for the MONEY?

The Envision is a great daily driver. Between its safety features, looks, and comfortability, it is a strong contender in the compact SUV market. I was also pleasantly surprised at how well it drove as well... Is the Envision the right vehicle for you? Watch and decide for yourself!
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[@adeep187]

I think Buicks are slept on" is actually one of the reasons I want lol. For one its Nice and for two I don't want what EVERYONE has. I'm not gonna buy garbage to be a bit different tho lol. This seems like it might be right where I want it to be for cost/quality.

[@703Speed]

Agreed.. It is actually a very nice ride

[@adeep187]

@@703Speed because the chip shortage they are building without the heated seats and steering wheel. They remove $50 total for that loss (which is absolutely nothing). I live in a part of Canada where winter gets to worse than -40c.

[@eclipseskykingdom]

@@adeep187 I bought one recently and they told me that the chips will likely be available this Summer. So you would just have to come in and they put it in and everything is good to go.

[@smellwhaticook1]

@@703Speed was the seat spacey, like could you widen and spread your legs?

[@jewishdabbing]

They are slept on man, i have a brand new buick envision avenir 2022 AWD its sporty and really luxury.

[@mimibacon4327]

My very first car was a 76 Buick LaSabre. I recently bought an Envision Essence with the technology 1 package. Another great feature this car has is the interior will light up as you approach it. Very nice car without the expensive luxury price tag. Everything you described is on point. Excellent review.

[@MarkBBlue]

I just got an Envision Preferred 2 weeks ago. It wasn't even on my radar as I was looking at Santa Fe's Tucsons and Sportage's On lot inventories were awful and dealers kept trying to steer me to put $500 deposits on incoming inventory. A nearby dealership just happen to get a red Envision and I decided to give it a test drive. We actually got a great trade and went with it.

[@paulelliott7373]

One of the best comprehensive reviews I've ever seen. Front door storages and accents have integrated night ambient lights.

[@703Speed]

Thank you! I appreciate the compliment!

[@CCbthe1]

Can you change the color of the ambient lights?

[@140952fucc]

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[@paulelliott7373]

@@CCbthe1 Unfortunately, No. That would be a bonus.

[@mikek694]

I traded in a 2011 Ford Escape when I bought a 2022 Envision Preferred for about $3k below MSRP in August. I really like how the Envision feels and drives and I like its looks. I’ve already taken it on several long drives for work and I’m confident I made the right choice in buying it.

[@bryantfox1062]

I bought a 2022 Buick Envision for $44,000. It has 20' tires and most everything that you mentioned in your video. I have been driving Buicks since the 80's .I was surprised that Buick sales more vehicles in China 🇨🇳 than they do in the US. The Envision is imported from China 🇨🇳 to the US. It has lost some of its American features, like the port holes 🕳 on the side of the hood, and there's no fog lights anymore. Overall I am enjoying my new vehicle. I traded in my 2017 Buick LaCrosse for this Envision and got a great deal 👌 👍. I do wish that it had a little more power under the hood though but overall the technology and the ride has won me over. You gave a great review of the Envision and I did subscribe to your channel. Well done. The first Buick that I owned was the 1977 Buick Regal . It had a 305 eight cylinder engine and was a awesome car. Again. Great review 👏 👌 👍 🙌

[@703Speed]

Yes I was surprised to see how much of there car was assembled/made in china.. I appreciate the kind words! Congrats on your new ride! Thank you for subscribing!

[@Diane0707]

We're looking at The Envision and deciding weather to buy. Seems like a very nice SUV I'm not too keen on it being made in Beijing China.

[@robertbongiovanni8958]

Great Job - We have one on order (Been 4 months already and is being built as I write this). I learned a lot from your video - Thank You

[@bbrotherton6345]

You go much further in your reviews than all others!

[@noile6521]

I bought the envision avenir one week ago. Absolutely love it!! I was a Toyota Camry owner for the past twenty or so years and was looking to go into the RAV4 but test driving the Envision won me over immediately. Quiet ride, classy, really can’t say enough. I’m so glad I decided to test drive this car before jumping into the rav4 purchase. The test drive also won over my husband who owns a Tacoma. 🎉

[@703Speed]

Congrats on your new Envision! It really is a very nice car..

[@paulelliott7373]

Same here. My comparative vehicles were the RAV4 and the Lexus NX/UX. The Envision Essense was my value luxury play but I loved that Avenir (wasn't readily available in 2021)

[@isthianthomas6386]

I've always loved Buicks. The most reliable American vehicles you can get, and seeing as they compete with other entry level luxury brands, their price is unbeatable.

[@703Speed]

Agreed. Very comfortable, stylish, and tons of tech

[@susanwixom8978]

Made in China tho

[@rickmcquiston3266]

Made in China may be an advantage especially considering American craftsmanship which has a growing tendency to be a little on the woke side. Engineering, fit and finish on my Avenir are flawless.

[@stephanierobinson8402]

I like this. I currently have a older Rogue and after looking at several vehicles I’ve decided that this will be my next one,

[@jasminesjourney9318]

Really great review! Thank you so much for teaching me more about my car lol

[@703Speed]

Thank you!

[@neilsar1]

What a great review! The detail is excellent. Rumor has it the lane keep assist doesn't work too well.

[@703Speed]

Thank you!

[@mofallsfan]

Excellent review! You do a fantastic job distilling comprehensive information into a concise, helpful video. I just bought my Avenir in Satin Steel, and I love it! The ride is buttery smooth and so quiet. And, I think the power is more than adequate and it doesn't compromise fuel economy! I've ridden in Lexus, Mercedes, etc, and my Buick is just as refined, if not more so!

[@703Speed]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words! And congratulations on your new Avenir! What vehicle did you come from?

[@alessiajoy2906]

Does the engine feel powerful?

[@deanronson6331]

@po pe Trolls will be trolling. Buick is popular in China, but it's a GM car assembled (not built) in China. Stop lying. And, learn some English before you comment.

[@deanronson6331]

@@alessiajoy2906 It's got enough power - about 220 hp. I drove it just a couple of days ago and am currently deliberating whether to buy it. If you want 20 more hp and a firmer ride in a similar platform GM vehicle, you have to check out the Caddy XT4, which is a better driver but costs thousands of dollars more.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I'm 1 year late!! I might buy it one day bro.

[@PeterTeehan]

The old days where there was an ash tray are certainly gone haha!

[@margaritaramos3393]

You are, so correct.

[@eastonsmith366]

Great Review, I'll be selling one of these tomorrow so appreciate this Brother! Cheers!

[@703Speed]

Glad the video could help! Thank u!

[@ingenunis5003]

SOME turn signals can be very annoying….thank you for letting us hear the one on this BUICK.

[@sunshine48213]

I just bought my ST last week.. i love the look and ride and am amazed it has everything the avinar has except massaging seat and car charger.. i also have automatic parking.. scared to try that out

[@703Speed]

Congratulations! The ST is sweet looking! Yes auto parking can seem intimidating until you use it a few times and realize that it actually does a pretty good job

[@sunshine48213]

@@703Speed i tried in a open space in front of my house but it didnt indicate it was necessary to use

[@703Speed]

@@sunshine48213 if I’m not mistaken, it parks your car dependent on other cars around. So if it detects a car it will park, but if it’s an open space it won’t. Try doing it in a mall parking lot in an open space between 2 cars, I bet it’ll park itself in that situation

[@marlapearce8537]

NOTHING DRIVES LIKE A BUICK!

[@10_milly]

This drives very smooth and comfortable with great features and decent mileage

[@sadies2734]

I just bought a 2022 essence st with quite a few packages for 33k. I was just going to mention that if the car senses you are on a hill it automatically engages your parking brake, but overall i love it!

[@Johngengelbach2]

The Essence model is nice, the luxury version of it's sibling the Chevy Equinox, I like it that it has hood struts instead of the pop up bar.

[@sheilarogers5228]

I love my 2022 Buick Envision Essence ST!!! Very easy comfortable smooth ride. The price tag(44k) hubby wasn’t liking at ALL,but heyyyyy happy wife better life😉😉😉😉

[@703Speed]

Haha! Congrats on your sweet ride!

[@sheilarogers5228]

@@703Speed Thanks and I’am enjoying every minute of it

[@12degreesnowman11]

But the MSRP on Google says $35,000. I guess everything is costing extra in these times.

[@703Speed]

@@12degreesnowman11 35k starting

[@billbonu1639]

He didn't like 44,000 for a new car? what was he planning on getting,a Ford fiesta?

[@marcelaalonso8032]

thanks for sharing all these tips!

[@danschubring7957]

I’m looking to replace my disappointing ‘20 Lexus NX. The Envision gives up the power tilt/telescope wheel settings but is a much nicer looking car. Fake leather “vinyl” and a small sunroof. Let’s see what happens in the months ahead. Even though I still like the Acadia Denali, thanks to your video.

[@703Speed]

That's cool to hear!

[@danschubring7957]

BTW: You’re very cute which makes watching your videos a bit better.

[@canadatransistor]

Bought 2022 envision Essense ST yesterday - can't wait for delivery

[@703Speed]

Congrats!

[@timothykassisieh9701]

They should make the center console that glossy aluminum fiber trim in all models, the glossy black needs to go cuz of the fingerprints. I get on the Avenir wood trim console won't fit, but I think the carbon fiber trim will, just my thoughts. Otherwise, luxurious car, damn it's nice!

[@mikeconnor6674]

Great Review! But, maybe you should have talked a little more about how comfortable the seats are. Lol!!! But seriously.... Really well made video!

[@703Speed]

Thank you! I appreciate the compliment!

[@linfincher]

I just ordered mine!!!

[@703Speed]

Congrats!!

[@donnalmich8398]

Is it real leather? My son just leased a new luxury expensive car, and they only offered faux leather! They didn’t have real leather!!! Does this car have AWD? Does the envision, have a button to turn off the stop/start engine? ( I HATE when the car turns off at every stop!)!!! The car Looks great, great video!!! 🥇

[@703Speed]

I believe it is real leather. It does have an auto stop start button. Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@Sharonmr927]

Just found your channel love the review and I'm a new subscriber.

[@703Speed]

Thank you!!

[@billkoski364]

Nice car I've been looking and like what I see.

[@ingenunis5003]

Great Review-thinking of this BUICK as my next lease…..have a couple of years to go. In a VW Tiguan SE at present.

[@703Speed]

Thank you! It is a great vehicle- very comfortable and stylish. I would recommend it

[@uzomaadekweh8559]

You are good at this! 👍

[@703Speed]

Thank you! Comments like these make me want to make more videos

[@jasminesjourney9318]

A feature that my car has also is if you tap with your foot the bottom back side of the car the back door opens

[@koven1497]

2021- 2022 is a $6,000 price difference, which is ridiculous. It was nice that they moved down higher trim tech down low, but still. Just get the sport package and reduce the wheel size to 18 (keep it black).

[@703Speed]

You don’t like a big wheel? Thank you for watching!

[@paulholterhaus7084]

@@703Speed Those big wheel tires cost double.......$350 for standard as equipped tire......$180 for 18".....Paul

[@paulholterhaus7084]

AND DO NOT RIDE AS WELL...............Paul

[@michaeldcadogan1119]

Chrome trim looks more classy than black trim.I can't understand how people could like the black trim.

[@eatonuter7113]

You sir have earned a subscriber! Definitely similar to reviewers like Matt Maran and Redline Reviews.

[@703Speed]

Awesome, thank you! It’s an honor to be compared to them!

[@truth959]

I've always liked the Buick emblem.

[@annasaiz2568]

I think you talked me into the moon roof!!!🤗🤗

[@703Speed]

You definitely want the moon roof! It’s awesome!

[@adeep187]

legit looks like such a nice moon roof, so big.

[@bsmack66]

Koons Tysons Chevy. My favorite dealership

[@703Speed]

Really cool people over there

[@michaeldcadogan1119]

How could anyone like the black-out trim on the ST package.The chrome trim looks a lot better and more classy.

[@703Speed]

Personal preference

[@rudywk6709]

Trying to find a Video that shows the Ambient lighting. Seeing if it from the Driver door through across the dash in front of the passenger to the passenger door.

[@willy3sticks647]

My 2022 essence,I has the ST package and I love it

[@michaeldcadogan1119]

I like the chrome trims better than the black-out trims on the ST

[@candicerenn4783]

It’s not that people don’t know about Buick, it’s about not having the money to buy one. I want the essence model, but I can’t afford it.

[@703Speed]

They aren’t cheap, but man, they are nice!

[@dashingmay]

Consumer Reports said it's the cheapest SUV they recommend

[@lisamccray9079]

I like the buick envision but I have the 2021malibu like the chime noise it makes

[@lisamccray9079]

If I was to get the envision I would get the essence package 📦 if I could afford it

[@billbonu1639]

It's like the cheapest car known to man.if you can't afford an envision either stop looking or prepare to drive some kind of throw away car.

[@lisamccray9079]

Nice 👍 review 👌 like buick envision but I have a 2021malibu like the interior 😀 and the seats 💺 😀

[@NickGDZ]

This man HATES the Rogue! 😂

[@703Speed]

Lol. In all fairness, the Rogue is actually a very solid car for the money

[@NickGDZ]

@@703Speed lol, good vid though, thinking I’ll be getting the Envision Essence very soon. Very informative!

[@703Speed]

@@NickGDZ I’m glad the video could help!

[@rickphelps9753]

WE have q 21 Preferred and a 22 Avenir....love them.

[@lilred1107]

Nice review, gotta remember Nissan does not compare with Buick one is mainstream one is premium.

[@703Speed]

Thank you! And yes, you are right. Good point

[@paulholterhaus7084]

Haven't driven one....But expect a CX50 would do more for $10k less money..............Paul

[@_uly_.]

@12:28 what does the green countdown next to the temperature mean?

[@tousshong9438]

I do have a question regarding the AWD system on the Envision? Does the system automatically engage to AWD mode, or you have to manually press that button (AWD mode) to engage it? Thanks!

[@703Speed]

You have to manually engage AWD (I believe), unless you start to slip. Then I would imagine all the wheels would start moving

[@daveyheath5971]

OMG more details on grandma, please.

[@703Speed]

Lol she just had a lot of bruising on her stomach area, but she lived!

[@liquidjubb3672]

Tip for your videos: don’t spend so much time pointing out the obvious. I can see where the digital speedometer and clock is. Get to the important things and tell me your opinion instead of just pointing and showing.

[@703Speed]

Agreed. Thank you for the constructive criticism... These kinds of things help me make better videos

[@adeep187]

The heads up display is it a projector onto the glass?

[@703Speed]

Yes!

[@adeep187]

@@703Speed thats awesome, I want that lol.

[@nataliaalmquist7614]

I have this car, did you try driving on the highway with the back windows open while the front windows are closed?!?!? Feels like the cars going to implode, it shakes

[@703Speed]

Lol

[@sauloguerrero6017]

I buy the 2021 whit teck pack 1 and 20 inch wheels panoramic sunroof white on white and its so beautifull its 2022 and the suv dont look like is looking old in another 3 years only complain i think the its alittle noiser from the panoramic when driving over 65 i dont know if u agree whit me or is my envision only lol

[@703Speed]

Hmm. You have more time behind the wheel than I do. Still a great vehicle

[@danielfaflik4545]

Hey Buick if your watching these comments how about you make a True Envision ST that has a 2.0T engine like the one in the Dodge Hornet? #Make Buick Fun Again!

[@sunshine48213]

I forgot it dont have automatic awd.. shifting is spotless.. i was at 104 without realizing it

[@sandrawrobel1238]

Built in GPS is currently in my 2015 Nissan and it is definitely an item to be included in my next car. Is a built in GPS available in the 2022 Buick Envision?

[@703Speed]

Yes it is!

[@adeep187]

I saw it in the options on the essence, not sure if the higher teir is default.

[@bidinbrian16]

Why no fog lights

[@WDStock_man]

I just bought a 2022 Corsair 42k don't have Heads up display, Universal garage door opener, No sun roof, front sensors, or adjustable head rest. I found out about The Envision too late

[@703Speed]

With car values being what they are, you might be able to trade into one at no cost. Might be worth a look

[@WDStock_man]

@@703Speed how is that because I'm looking. I have a 2022 Corsair base model

[@robertm1552]

Buyer beware, the driver information center (speedometer, fuel level, basic warnings), can go black with a bad software update. Big Buick blames a bad chip and has no replacement plan in the short supply chain. This is a major issue dealership’s brush under the rug!

[@paulcezann2923]

Buick Envision S VS Volkswagen Tiguan L I am currently working in China and I want to buy a car. Which car is better between the two? I'm thinking about it. Both models are gasoline. The price of the car is similar. The ‘Envision S’ I'm trying to buy is not the top version, so the interior is just black. The bright color is so pretty ㅠㅠ I am short of money. And fuel efficiency is not very good. ‘Tiguan’ has a good car, but Volkswagen is said to have turned the invisible parts into cheap ones to make up for the big losses it incurred last time. The interior Envision is stylish and the Tiguan feels neat and well organized. I think they are both pretty. Please give me some advice~~^_____^;;

[@703Speed]

Invusion is very nice and comfortable. Both probably in the same realm reliability wise, and probably the same realm parts cost wise. At the end of the day I think it all comes down to personal choice in what is more comfortable, and what you like better. My suggestion would be to drive both and see which you end up liking better

[@sunshine48213]

Buckle to shift is in the settings

[@703Speed]

Yes, and it also "forgets" after about 10-15 seconds before shifting.. Lol

[@1lilyevie]

You need to buckle up it saves lives

[@realspillBill29]

I'm on the market now for one ...st version

[@703Speed]

Nice. They are sharp looking

[@cultofmodernism8477]

Stay away from car and driver. They ranked the Kia Sorento very highly and it's a total lemon. Stick to consumer reports, which ranked this car at the top of its class.

[@703Speed]

Yeah I disagree with a lot of what car and driver says... This car should definitely be at least in the top 5 in its class considering how nice it is!

[@bbrotherton6345]

It is the same as the Cadillac XT4 - different body.

[@333halfangel3]

For the older folks?

[@703Speed]

For everyone!

[@gdotone1]

affordable would be max out everything in 25,000 dollars, out the door including taxes, tags, and no silly fees like doc fees. doc fees, it's time to revolt, over doc fees. I don't care what they charge even one dollar. I say forgo giving them 40K, 50K, 60K dollars over some doc fees. leave that car with them. after they miss a few meals they may get with the program and offer that as a courtesy or get over it. they know the documents are a must, so they should just give them to you fill out and send in if you choose. really all you need are the tags and registration. anything else, you should charge them for you signature.

[@billbonu1639]

It's a great car until you get tired of your passenger elbowing you every two seconds.you don't realize how compact it is until you have someone in the passenger seat.elbow room is non-existent.

[@Kttex2]

Lexus seats have been the most comfortable I’ve been in for ANY vehicle. How would you say Envision seats compare to Lexus? 😏

[@703Speed]

Oof that’s though. I don’t remember fully what the envision seats feel like now, but I do remember how comfortable my aunts RX350 seats are. If that’s says anything..

[@billbonu1639]

You never rode in a 1985 Oldsmobile toranado.

[@Kttex2]

@@billbonu1639 if I did, I wasn’t concerned about comfort at that time… I wasn’t paying for anything then😆

[@billbonu1639]

@@Kttex2 they had pillow top seats like a big plush lay z boy behind the wheel.

[@paulelliott7373]

We have a Lexus ES 350 and a Buick Envision and seat comfort, in both vehicles, are subjectively comforting and premium -- depending upon the materials.

[@-loki-7727]

Saab blinker.

[@jamesdaple9951]

Sorry about your grandma😢

[@rontopping2048]

Throw away car like Chevy equinox. Gm has never built a 4 cylinder that would last . Gm interiors are terrible especially in trucks

[@703Speed]

GM’s new truck interiors are a lot better than before

[@darrenham2723]

Car and driver sucks. They foccos on 0-60 times and nothing else matters

[@PETERLINNAH]

Made in China.

[@703Speed]

Unfortunately I saw that too...

[@דניאלאלון-פ4ג]

Dear followers!! Don't let the beautiful pictures confuse you . Anyone who buys a new car from GENERAL Motors the chance you threw your money into the trash is very large. In this company there is no customer service, the company's management does not care at all, if you have a problem or a malfunction, you can only pray to God there is a chance that the help will come faster. GM is a very dangerous company, be careful and keep your money safe.!!!Share so more people don't get screwed.GM is a big bluf

[@bobmohr4952]

I’ve had one for a year and your an idiot.

[@דניאלאלון-פ4ג]

@@bobmohr4952 If you've had one for a year, then you're both stupid and an asshole

[@nickmaggiore5887]

You are dumber than a box of rocks!!!

[@1lilyevie]

Idk I’ve had a Buick for many years now and they always stick to the warranties, I get them serviced there and they treat me like gold, they do things like check my battery and say oh your battery was little low so we replaced it for free! They give me the best service I’ve ever had anywhere I’ve ever gone

[@brutushita1]

jeez, the presenter needs to smile, such a dry turn-off face

[@703Speed]

:( Lol