Car Tech - 2013 Buick Verano

[@Funny4450]

I own a 2013 Buick Verano and I absolutely love it.

[@JOlivo94]

Funny4450 same. though I understand his concern with the touch screen setting back pretty far but you can control everything without touching so it's pretty moot

[@Funny4450]

Yep.

[@florinpopa1333]

It's Opel Astra Sedan 1.4 turbo 140 hp

[@ADRIANRAMIREZ-pq5qx]

I own a 2014 2.4 L Which comes with 180 HP , I can honestly say that this is the best reliable vehicle I've own. It looks classy, elegant and Those 18" rims makes it stand out!

[@BullyGovJ4F7775]

Just bought one certified pre owned and I love it so far. Great for the price and very reliable. Ive always bought buicks

[@TomDeVito]

As far as I'm concerned Buick hit the nail dead center with the verano! Great review love this car

[@Justonn]

Im 6'3 265lbs and i fit in this car just fine. Very smooth. I love my car. This dude always hating lol

[@FejjNagaf]

My buddy has one with the base motor. It's really surprisingly nice, exceedingly comfortable, and luxurious. I was impressed. Brian's statement about getting more than you paid for is dead on.

[@uniquebeatsboutique]

his review sounds like it's for people who are going to drive this car once. I own this car and I can control everything fine lol

[@Justonn]

Eric Jeters i own this too, just bought it a few weeks ago. U are totally right. This guy is complaining so damn much. I mean even in a Bentley it doesnt have all the degrees of climate haha. This car is so nice. People ask me all the time what type of car is it. And i get my fair share of girls turning their heads too.

[@DailyLynny]

Justonn Smith I've had this car for about 4 months now and I love it. People are always telling me how nice it looks lol

[@msraymond6941]

Red Dragon Music I just bought mine last month and I love it too🤗😆😆😆😆💙💚💛💜

[@13jrvernon]

I plan on getting one

[@ilikepieyes1]

This guy kinda just complains the whole video

[@torianowinston1]

Really the tone button is located above the cd player .I like the start button placement it's in a excellent position for a small car .

[@magnatone1960]

+Toriano Winston If this car has the Nav option there is no tone button as there is a Nav control button taking the spot. It's only accessible on the touchscreen. You can arrange the screen "buttons" and if you want you could put the tone control on the first page of the three available screens.

[@caitlinlittle8383]

I have this car and it is amazing in all aspects of the word

[@DiorTay4]

Caitlin Little I want to buy this 2012 it’s great, but it has 140,430 miles on it. I’m 20 years old and this will be my second car. What do you think about that?

[@rlo7140]

Elontae Buckner did you buy it?

[@chevellerose8145]

He's complaining a whole lot about little things that don't really matter. I have a 2012 Verano leather group package (it has all the bells and whistles) and it's very easy to navigate. The car in all is spectacular.

[@alanpolly3183]

We bought a 2012 Buick Verano with the chrome, leather, and BOSE package for $18,000 and it is a very nice comfy family car. I still see Buick as the little old lady cars but they are changing there image because after driving my moms (verano) i'd take one over most of these new cars i.e. the Dodge Dart

[@j1rose]

Beautiful car to my eyes.

[@socalguy97]

Wanna know something ironic? No kidding, my wife and I are 35, we did a lot of comparison shopping, and were once exclusively import owners. We're both PhD educated, and as we were shopping we read an article about Buick buyers being typically affluent, educated with an advanced degree, love classy luxury but don't care to flaunt, like responsible performance, have a solid home and finances, grounded, values, etc, and that's truly us. Then we tried the brand and it was like YES, this is for us!

[@anncokafor]

I can't believe I'm saying this but Buick cars are so cute!! Not like the previous generation.

[@nishs9]

Are you kidding me? That Buick grill is hideous and the rest of the car is mediocre at best

[@10293]

Nishant Sethunath 👎🏿

[@brotherputin3776]

I love how you mentioned that it is related to the Astra, a lot of people are like “it’s just a luxury Cruze”

[@imazequera9486]

love this car i own a 2013 verano and it's absolutely amazing

[@KuroSkyy]

It’s 4am in 2022. How did I end up here.

[@words911]

It's 2024 and I'm considering buying a 2013 Buick to save $ ...

[@SubUrbanNinja-EDC]

I love the old "Float of yesteryear". Its what made a luxury car a luxury car. Idiots want a sports car feel...go get a sports car!!!

[@tramaineglinton5528]

One of my favorite buicks

[@camshaft53149]

Honestly my grandparents just got one and its a really nice car for the money. They got it on lease for 159 a month. Really a better deal than even a base model focus or cruze now adays. For that price you cant touch anything luxurious for that. And honestly base price it starts at around 22k? Thats a steal.

[@richards9854]

You are a very intelliigent person!! It really nice to here from somebody who is not a nothing but import lover, really! What you wanna bet, most of these responses come from someone that couldn't afford to buy a tire off a new Buick???

[@krblanco]

Great review, if but a few too many complaints, for a really great car. I wanted one so bad when looking for a new car a few years ago but had to settle for a nicely equipped Cruze as I just couldn't swing the Verano price on my budget. Shame GM killed the Verano because of the less than stellar sales numbers...

[@diegoosc99]

I'm waiting for the Buick Invierno

[@thearousedeunuch]

Six years later: still waiting, I assume? :)

[@onewithstache3639]

This guy is the epitome of first world problems.

[@socalguy97]

Now, I own a Regal GS, and she owns a Lacrosse Touring, and they are simply not representative of GM failures from the past. It's an entirely new era for Buick, and probably now their most successful ever. And yes, I agree with you whole-heartedly. I'd say most of these off base responses are coming from people who couldn't afford something as nice as a Buick, or worse, they can neither afford nor do they understand the subtle but significant beauty of the brand.

[@socalguy97]

I'm 35, and I own two Buicks, and we came from imports. My wife and I are certainly not old people. I don't know quite how it screams "old people" to you, but I'd rethink that position. Maybe do some research, too. Funny thing, and I have to give a ton of credit to Buick, but in only 3 short years they reduced their average buyer age from 72 to 53 and that's one hell of a decrease in such a short period of time. You seriously might look into that. Don't know if it'll convince you, but it's true.

[@shelisasnh]

Love this car. There's nothing wrong with the touch screen or anything else on this car

[@germanshepherd13]

wow, what a nick picky review about the temp knob and screen interface. I have no issues with any of his nit picks. the temp controls are easy to use and read and you get the read out on the screen. as far as bass/treble, how the hell often do you have to change that. the screen is simple to use, can customize it all you want.

[@francetounique4466]

Does the 2013 Buick verano sedan 4D have push start ?

[@weirdshibainu]

good review. i sell Buicks and the market positioning you talked about is exactly correct. Buicks are very quiet and comfortable without the float of yesteryear. incidentally the grill is referred to as waterfall styling.

[@markroscoe7543]

leased this car...hated it!! Got a fully loaded 2017 Jeep Compass now and love it..plus it's half the price with more features

[@Gangstabob716]

Did i ever say Acura was #1 in reliability? no they're far from it, And I'm pretty sure if the Japanese gov't gave Acura an extra $40 billion,in 2008 their advertising campaign would also be off the roof and support its sales and build quality..I'm more of a Toyota guy and own a '99 camry and 2006 Avalon ltd after making a mistake in buying chevy malibu which I traded in. Besides, I'm talking about GM as a whole, not just buick.

[@jatt0941]

yours reviews r the best the best

[@socalguy97]

Finally, 114 years and still surviving is a title no other automaker carries, so someone is buying them, keeping them, and their future looks very secure especially as they're a global brand more popular in China than they are in the US. We think that's bizarre--I bet in Asia they're wondering why we love their cars so much when they think our cars are the ones to prize as top of the line.

[@dons2318]

I own a 2013 in flash black. You can a lot of car for the price, because they weren't that popular at the time. Interior is well appointed. Exterior is stylish. Ride is comfortable and quiet. Good safety features.

[@fredbarnes196]

NIce smooth highway ride (it's a heavy car) , keep that direct injection 2.4L with fresh oil and NEVER let it go low. They depreciate like crazy but mine has been reliable as all get out. Also ain't nobody with legs fitting in the backseat.

[@potatochobit]

how is this in the snow? regal AWD instead?

[@socalguy97]

Let me answer you on that. My aunt traded in her '04 Buick Lesabre. She bought it new, kept it for 9 years, put on 248,000 miles, only replaced the battery, brakes and tires, (and a few bulbs). That was it. Traded it in, got $2500 for it, and it's for sale now on a used dealer's lot for $6,000. You're just categorically wrong in what you've said. Look anywhere. Buick's reputation of quality is what's kept it around for 114 years as the oldest surviving luxury auto maker.

[@BlackCrypToN21]

Wish it was available with AWD like every other Buick shame it's only in FWD

[@socalguy97]

I think you meant the Acura ILX. Not the TSX. And this isn't an IS 250 competitor either (that I'm aware of). Take those other brands any other day, great for you--problem though, you'd be in the minority. This Verano has beaten the competition in every single category, and and has sales figures four times higher than the ILX competitor. This car has been one of the best selling for 2012 and is projected to hold that title in 2013 with their turbo model. Just sayin'

[@ashleybogan1360]

I have a 2013 verano turbo an I love it

[@bennielawson9826]

Can anyone tell me what does the x symbol mean on the dash on a Buick verano 2015 car

[@davidstolarski741]

This guy is a complainer. Every Screen function he complains about has a redundant push button to access it immediately. What a dope... I have this car, it's great.

[@StardustGalaxyGG]

This isn't the only car that he's like that on. Just about every car he reviews is him more complaining about small stuff over actual reviews. Seems he can't be satisfied with anything, probably spoiled with his cars (my 2015 malibu is like a luxury car for me, so maybe it's just that im easy to impress)

[@thearousedeunuch]

@@StardustGalaxyGG He drives an old Ford wagon as his daily driver, and has owned several classic cars throughout his life. He's not spoiled.

[@gabegoglia5432]

Great Car! Great Review!

[@MuffinHatred]

They should stick a de-tuned turbo in the cruze and you'd have a full on vw Jetta fighter. Both will have diesel options, both have turbo option, both have hybrid, and both have a regular gas. Only problem that I found is that I'd have a Jetta.

[@derekneff5891]

M3 convertible at 5:05. 😍

[@socalguy97]

For reliability, take a closer look, because Buick is always in the top ranks of reliability on JD Power. I know one year they tied Lexus for #1, and a year or two later they tied Jaguar for #1. Since about 1989, I "think" they've always been at least in the top 10. So far as resale, Buick is an expensive car, and I'd say if resale is an issue for a buyer, then the buyer can't afford that car. And for Japanese cars, well, Toyota hit the historic record for recalls, and Acura recently followed.

[@GlennCarton]

So they don't sell Opel in the USA?

[@socalguy97]

@Richard Severson. Totally correct. Not the 80's or 90's Buicks anymore. Entirely new and successful era for them. Hate to sound like Shaq in the commercial, but let me put it this way...if you're still berating Buick, then it's clearly because you just don't know Buick (now). Either that, or you find one hard to afford because they're certainly not inexpensive cars. You have to know the new brand to fully appreciate it and realize it's not for the elderly anymore.

[@robanderson6716]

I like my 2014. Nice, smooth ride, nice interior. Nice looks. 4 gripes: it's really small on the inside, the trunk doesn't stay up if you're on even a small uphill incline (like my driveway), the text to speech on incoming text messages is almost useless because it reads ALL of the header information and the most annoying thing - which I learned the hard way - if your battery is dead and you try to start the car YOU CANT REMOVE YOUR KEY FROM THE IGNITION until you charge the battery. Which is made more difficult by the fact that you also can't open the trunk if your battery is dead, so not only will your jumper cables will be useless, but you'll have to use your wife's golf clubs since you won't be able to get yours out of the trunk (but strangely you'll still play really well and shoot one of your lowest scores of the year - go figure)!

[@GlennCarton]

Damn that interior looks allot like Opel!

[@joelbrody4106]

did he say it was a manual

[@kkoch5864]

it was available with a manual up to 2015. I have one. It's not bad, only complaint would be the assist with the clutch. It takes some time to get used to but someone who has been driving a stick for almost 10 years, its something they did not have to add.

[@nappiral]

I would love to know what demo they are shooting for. I can only assume 50+ working with a conservative budget.

[@Dr_Xyzt]

With the standard radio and the 6-speed manual, this would be a very reasonable car.

[@socalguy97]

Why yes you did say that. In reference to Acura, you said "Buick can never match that, either in sales or 10yr span for reliability." Buick is kicking ass in sale, in general, and I say General Motors is doing well enough as a whole. Do you follow the stock market? If so, you'd see they're stock is consistently up over time and that's not a sign of failing sales. As for Toyota, the highest number of recalls in automotive history? I wouldn't look to them for quality. Buick, no recalls.

[@doctordrommos6432]

Just recently got a 2013. No complaints so far, but I miss the AWD that my Impreza had

[@hectorperez4557]

It’s so hard for him to say something good. It adjusts to the rev but instead of saying that’s good, he calls it weird.

[@Rtvoll]

Probably, But lately gm has been doing pretty good.

[@tnak004]

I live in New Zealand so I am so fascinated about modern American domestic market cars. I am seriously thinking about importing one. Which one is better Impala or this one?

[@PhanactFJ]

+Ben Nakajima The impala is much bigger.

[@RichGarciaTv]

I'm pretty sure u can't afford an American car nonetheless important one

[@alanpolly3183]

+Ben Nakajima The Buick Verano is a compact version of the Buick Lacrosse ( i believe that is the correct name) and they are very nice cars. The impala is a OK car but i have never driven one and to be quite honest i think Buick holds the best reputation for the more affordable luxury car of its class

[@Stingray_614]

I know, just making sure that you know that honda has great reliability ive owned several Hondas and none of them have had any problems. :)

[@anandsihra]

There’s a dedicated button for the tone setting.

[@RealtimeReviews613]

KEEP MORE VIDEOS SEVERAL TIME A WEEK COMING!!!! More vids youll get more vids and viewers

[@azizbassman]

Hay Coolly your back where have you've been?

[@socalguy97]

Agreed. I was that person. Now I own a Buick and I traded a BMW in for it. People aren't getting with it yet.

[@t.c.x.s.t.x.2877]

wow the gages lit up like TRON!

[@Phils1029]

The ports are the best part

[@HodsBroo]

More like above Civic, Focus, Corolla but below 2 Series and CLA.

[@knack0125]

You can thumbs up and down with the steering wheel for Pandora or Stitcher, they even said it when they introduced Intelilink into the GM line up. As for the start/stop button I personally like that vs. some ugly red button some where on the dash. Even Audi positions it well. As for the climate stuff, its to make things not cluttered on the screen and there is a TONE button on the stereo controls, one touch, no need to mess with the touch screen. -_-

[@jonahgutierrez1833]

he's such a great reviewerc:

[@MercSLRFan]

Opel is owned by GM and they sell it under the Buick name in the US.

[@aGua421]

I was considering a honda but I may look into this. And I disagree with Harding. I think it's a rather nice looking car, inside and out

[@NothingNowhere4]

four thumbs up for this channel. Yo, solid.

[@MercSLRFan]

Because it is an Opel Insignia.

[@pinkglitterbae]

I want this. Only 13k for a CP-O with less than 20k miles.

[@magnatone1960]

+Qiana H. Good used car value for that kind of money. There's no way that in two years you could get it for $5k like the clueless person above thinks. And anybody wondering how current model Buicks compare to other makes in the industry for dependability read the new 2016 JD powers dependability study. This Verano took the highest ranking honors for compact cars and other Buicks took top spots in other segments. LaCrosse for large cars and Encore for small SUVs. www.jdpower.com/press-releases/2016-us-vehicle-dependability-study-vds

[@richards9854]

Just sent you a response on my cell but don't no if it went to you so I'll do it here. You will get a kick out of this one. I had an 2011 Regal GS, Just traden it 3 weeks ago for a 2013 Lacrosse Touring, had the standard 19" wheels chromed. Funny we are into the same cars, what's the chance of that, you must be my lost brother!

[@dirtymonkey03]

I speak Spanish and not once did the name Verano came to mind that it was Spanish for summer.

[@Gangstabob716]

consistently up huh?Iemme tell you something. Gov't bought stocks was part of the baliout effort to keep GM alive along with massive loans (bought 20% of GM)so that technically doesnt count as a thriving company, especially when those loans are STILL not payed back yet and the fact that gov't has been unable to sell GM shares, Second GM stock is at $28.16 while Toyota is at $103.54 which do you think is doing better in the car market? And those recalls is a common mistake with mass production

[@palebeachbum]

Love the style, but test drove one and didn't like it. Backseat is cramped (no legroom). Engine is buzzy, which doesn't say "luxury" to me. Didn't like the transmission behavior. Seemed too busy. Not the smooth and quiet little luxury car I was expecting.

[@wynteer2943]

He’s making it seem way more complicated than it actually is, my sister is getting one they just need to get the title and we are just trying to find a review that goes through all the features

[@clifflaw]

I like it.

[@Rtvoll]

Just because Malibu broke down doesn't mean all Gm cars are unreliable. And most recent stats say Gm cars are just as reliable. Had Gm cars all my life and had no trouble. Gm gets way too much hate.

[@socalguy97]

I wouldn't call Forbes an unreliable source, per se, considering they cited their statements. I know you see Toyota/Lexus as quality, that's cool and all, but the data says otherwise, honest--I'm not making it up. Btw, and I'm asking respectfully here, but who cares if GM received a government bailout? Really, tell me, how much out of your own pocket did you personally pay to save GM? I didn't spend a cent. Don't know anyone saying they did, and at the end of the day I still love my car. (shrug)

[@StevenSantos1701]

Wouldn't Acuras competition be the ILX? and the Lexus would be $36,000 base RWD.

[@NemarusNetwork]

Starting price Lexus 34k, tsx starting at 31k, and those go up to 40k+ with everything, how on earth is that the same as a car that starts at 22k?

[@socalguy97]

And if you check sales figures since 2010, Buick beat both Acura and Lexus in total sales. Acura is coming back this quarter (up 24% I think), and that's nice, but it doesn't make up for the last 2-3 years that Buick was killing them in sales. Oh, and you can look this up too, but I don't believe Acura was ever #1 in reliability on JD Power whereas Buick was more than once and is always in the top 10 and has been since 1989. Just look it up...they're facts, not opinions.

[@camshaft53149]

thank you for having common sense. I mean my grandparents just leased a buick verano last year and i love driving it. and im 19. I should've considered one of these before buying my mazda3

[@techboss202]

Brain Cooley is the best CNET reviewer!

[@jon368100]

i can't believe this car weighs 3500 lbs...and the Cruze weighs 3300. complete shame. if the cars shed 300 lbs, they would be some of the most efficient, best handling, and quickest cars in the class.

[@kkoch5864]

Completely agree JON368100. 3500 lbs is to damn heavy. They did shed weight in the later years. my 2015 is 3300 lbs, or at least that's what the specs say.

[@1KonArtis]

[@dalemanning2358]

Glad I'm not the only one who took a while to figure out how to start the car... I had to move my friends verano, and I'm sure he was watching me laughing when It took me a while to start it.

[@canto_v12]

Why are you watching then?

[@mkkeable]

That guy at 4:03 looks like a cooleys clone at a glance xd

[@samderrty123]

"YOU DON'T KNOW BUICK" LOL

[@j1rose]

I find our 2012 verano seat uncomfortable, but my wife loves it, but go figure.

[@socalguy97]

No on the contrary, she beat the car to death; I begged her to get it serviced regularly, and she didn't. And then I have an uncle who has a '96 Lesabre with 213,000 and he won't part with it (and I've tried to get him to get rid of it). It's bullet proof. He doesn't take care of it either. It sits outside in snow, rain and mud.

[@planedudea380]

For the price, not bad!

[@resonance398]

Sharp car. Neat Gage's. Buick with a turbo and manual transmission? That's a bold change from yesteryear! Port vents.. nice tradition. All controls are easy to use when you get the hang of them. Anything is better than idrive or else all smartphones would have a dial too, lol. So where does Buick Verano's identity fit in? I'm young. I'm smart. I want American. I want more class than accord. More style than camry. A better ride than bmw and more modern features than a pricier benz.

[@tepeke88]

Crap! Im second! Haha brian u rock man and as far as the verano good looking car and fairly high tech for an entry level luxo ride BUT it still wont sell as well as say an acura ilx!

[@weirdshibainu]

glock ninja..the reason cars weigh so much is due to safety systems...airbags, braking systems, on star, navigation, computer systems to meet fuel and emmission standards all come with a huge weight penalty

[@CycoWarriorx]

Just an FYI, Ford was the only one of the big 3 not to take a bail out.