Is the 2021 Buick Envision a BETTER new compact luxury SUV to buy?

[@awesomecatvideos4723]

Wow, that is the most attractive Buick I've ever seen. Nothing else Buick has ever made has got my attention like this Envision

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Harold!

[@pjyoung6730]

I thought the enclave was always a nice suv

[@FLYHIGH21]

It's different and you pull up to your friends thet be like you driving your grandma car not until pull in this envision. It different and standout from honda bmw etc that everyone drives now and I like to have things people don't expect you drive! I think in purchasing this!

[@was75872]

Totally agree. When ya think of Buick you don't envision (no pun intended)this nice of SUV.

[@drift3rkid66]

I guess you've never seen a Grand Nation then, have you?

[@jacobyo99]

The difference in style between the previous generation and this is insane

[@RaitisRides]

Big time!

[@princeking1562]

Man drops these videos so fast he be like 90% of my notifications for youtube.

[@RaitisRides]

You are awesome my friend. Thank you for letting me share them with you!

[@directreply350]

Haha so true

[@RaitisRides]

@@directreply350 Thank man!

[@Jaxon342]

Looks good, but they gotta stop putting cloth seats in the base trims. The Buick name should automatically equal premium materials imo

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Jaxon!

[@ttamcc.4674]

@FiatDuster same cause they age better

[@frankcolumbo9615]

China sees cloth as a premium where they sell 5 times more Buick’s than in the USA. Also the Envision and Cadillac XT4 are manufactured in, you guessed it.......China

[@frankcolumbo9615]

@FiatDuster I was a leather seat guy for years, then got a company car with nice cloth seats. Frankly, the cloth seats were much more comfortable during hot summers and cold winter. Benz offers a premium cloth seat however only in the European market.

[@etb1316]

@@frankcolumbo9615 XT4 is built in Kansas City

[@jaysworld5378]

Saw a ST in Black today. It's actually a nice looking SUV, I was quite surprised. Pics don't do it justice, when you see it in person, you can really see all the body lines.

[@hlfbrwnhlfamzng]

Well they definitely got the exterior styling right

[@isthianthomas6386]

I've always been a fan of Buick, merely because out of all of GM brands, Buick has always been the most reliable. But recently, they've been the most stylish as well in my opinion. Idk what happened to Cadillac but I'd much rather drive around in a new Envision or Enclave before an XT4 or 5

[@nathanielmoran8537]

It’s an improvement. I really wish GM would do more to differentiate the brands. I think it’s better looking than the 2022 Enclave

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@normt430]

We'll have to wait foe Joe to review the Enclave refresh!

[@RaitisRides]

@@normt430 You know I will be bringing it to you Norm!

[@JustLeftMovie]

I’m no Buick fan, but this one looks really nice on the outside! And it’s quite quiet in the cabin which is nice 😃👍. Another great review Joe Raiti!!! Thank you!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that and letting me share it with you!

[@frankcolumbo9615]

Shares the same platform and factory with the Cadillac XT4

[@jacobyo99]

I like how the added the colors back into the logo a few years ago

[@RaitisRides]

Agreed!

[@therustybezel7130]

The fact that Raiti didn’t zonk the non fictional vents on the front fascia shows us that Raiti is a merciful man.

[@brandonharrison60162]

I love how the middle screen is positioned towards the driver. Makes it feel driver focused

[@coolfactory3131]

I Envision there being lots of room for candy bars.

[@RaitisRides]

I like what you did there!

[@RaitisRides]

@Doug Parker 😉

[@Depressedwarriorsfan6238]

Nice one 😂

[@Hermes8A8A]

Lol 😂you should have said twinkies 😏

[@blairbrown4812]

Oy.

[@colderbeer]

I'd be proud to drive around in one of these.....

[@ManoliGreek2640]

Wife just bought a white 2023 & it’s beautiful & she loves it … Her’s came with a panoramic roof..

[@ProAlchemist]

I just heard about this updated model this week and here you are already reviewing it. Awesome.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that i can be the one to bring it to you first!

[@Hennessy198]

Man, this exterior looks like a classier version of the Blazer. GM knocked it out of the park, but I can't get past that gloss black on the shift buttons and those seats...

[@RaitisRides]

I think you hit the nail on the head!

[@DD-dj4jr]

Last one resembled a knock-off BMW X3 (not a bad thing); this one absolutely looks like a classier Blazer clone with Acura shift gear inside. Still imported from China or Mexico like the Blazer?

[@dominickwilliams3504]

Thensests are horrid. Buick just use the seats from the Regal GS. No manual seats in a Buick. Save that 4 Chevy.

[@lisamccray9079]

I like 👍 the envision better than the blazer

[@mystictk4149]

Love how sleek it is and the colors of black/white are popping on it.

[@CamboTriton]

Never cared for any thing Buick offered, but this Envision looks great.

[@BLANCOFA1]

Crazy how a buick can almost look like a mercedes, another awesome video 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

I know right!

[@ludinvalencia8517]

almost every car is were reaching at that point lolol

[@RaitisRides]

@@ludinvalencia8517 LOL

[@TaySo_Real]

I don't see it . It look like a small version of the transverse. And Mercedes put there same look almost on every cars and suv and out of those brands buick will last the longest in reliability. My buick verano turbo last up to 1 year and 6 months without engine problems and the nly thing need fixing was the o2 senor and oil change

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Nah it looks more like a Mazda

[@dmax5678]

I'm a die hard sedan guy, but this is one crossover I could see myself in. Very elegant and sedan like! I may have have to consider.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share it with you!

[@brienfoaboutanything9037]

Interesting about Buick: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWa3amB4iaaNfpY

[@AMPMhandle]

Hey Joe, Kudos for working so hard and being the first KZbinr to review the 2021 Envision. As a young man from a family of Buick buyers, I can't wait to hear what y'all have to say. That character line you admired on the exterior lower-half driver's door is called the Sweep-spear. This has been a distinctive Buick design feature since the Happy Days of the 1950's. So iconic, and with an even longer heritage than the Hofmeister kink! Thanks for showing us the spare tire but you forgot to mention how soft is that center console armrest that opens bisectually just like on an M-B or Bimmer. More base hp than a GLA. And same hp as X2 but Buick achieves this on Regular gas.. Buick has hit this one out of the Park! Like a home run in the bottom of the 9th.

[@peterhadfield9840]

Digging the Envision, especially the infotainment screen integration! Pretty slick package!

[@RaitisRides]

It is definitely an improvement.

[@JustaPersonTryinToHuman365]

I mean, @34k this is a solid purchase, nice design interior/exterior, reasonable horsepower I spent 34k on my 2020 Kia Sorento but they had a 6k MSRP markdown (so I couldn’t pass on the major savings) to clear out their inventory since the Telluride and newly redesigned Sorento were on there on their way to showroom floors...Loving my Sorento (more space and almost 300HP), but I would spend my 34k on this Buick

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great ownership experience!

[@stewartstarling2309]

You guys are the hardest working duo in the business!! We had a Encore and loved it! I was waiting on these!! The RDX is just more special.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Stewart for saying that! We would go RDX for sure!

[@rahimi4762]

This ain't in same league even the Cadillac isn't.

[@ejohnson3131]

I honestly thought it was a Mercedes product when I saw the thumbnail. I’m digging it!

[@bobmohr4952]

I bought a 2021 Essence model black on black with panoramic roof. Skipped the awd. Did not like the ST blacked out model. This new design of the Envision is very nice widened the stance on the new Cadillac XT4 platform. Beautiful smooth and quiet ride. Just what you always expect from the luxury of Buick.

[@rspen2142]

I saw one of these in person on today and I must say. this thing looks good!

[@justinsmith2598]

Buick did an awesome job on the Envision, the exterior is stunning and the interior is beautiful, the new envision is way better than the last-gen Envision, definitely on par with its competitors. Buick was ranked #4 in reliability! People complains about Buick’s being built in China, well at least China knows how to build a high quality vehicle, unlike the Big 3. Great Video Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Very good points Justin! Thanks for letting me share this one with you.

[@justinsmith2598]

@@RaitisRides No Problem Joe, Keep up the great work!

[@normt430]

@@justinsmith2598 our 2016 Envision was built really well! It was smooth riding with a nice solid feel.

[@justinsmith2598]

@@normt430 See what I mean

[@normt430]

@@justinsmith2598 the domestic assembled GM cars have improved last decade. The Buick passes many Japanese brands today. Especially poor are the U.S. assembled Japanese cars today.

[@autonewstv86]

"Heated and ventilated front seat on the inside" i wonder if they have them on the outside 🤔

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

Ur everywhere in the comments

[@ZapFlashD]

@@mclarenspeedtail8988 I swear this is some sort of bot that copies comments.

[@ZapFlashD]

You are faster than light, Joe! A day or two ago I heard that they were at dealers and now here you are! Likely the first person to review one!

[@jennifermelseth3734]

I like Buick more than Acura or Mazda. Also. I watch your videos and then educate my husband (who is a classic car buff) on all of these new cars and cool features. He is impressed with my knowledge, so thank you!!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome Jennifer! Thank you for letting me share my car passion with you.

[@carlosnuckols8470]

I’ve been waiting for a review on this car, I think I’ll get this for my wife for Christmas

[@ramoncarter6585]

Buick always been a great product. I used to be still a Buick guy this little SUV would be worth to buy.

[@normt430]

We had a 2016 Envision Prem ll(traded it on a Regal TourX) and really liked it. But this new one looks like another hit and really like the design language.

[@benhaze1010]

This is one of the best looking SUVs on the market right now.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one Ben!

[@benhaze1010]

@@RaitisRides Indeed. Also I still really enjoy all the dedication and hard work you guys are putting in your videos!!

[@morg4620]

I love how fast you keep dropping new vids👍🏾

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that and being so supportive!

[@MistyBlueDecember]

Ya'll need to see the Avenir trim, Amazing!!! Heated massage seats! All new design and interior.

[@jaredr.4072]

Outside styling is v nice. Inside leaves a little to be desired with those seats but heated seats and steering wheel, wireless apple carplay is good for $34k

[@_baller]

You're the only one with the "alright guys..." as the camera pulls in from afar, nice production touch, very pro

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man! I really appreciate that!

[@CrazyPetez]

Your enthusiasm is refreshing. Until, I saw your bloopers, I thought maybe you used a teleprompter.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you. Everything is off the top of my head!

[@CoreyHogan710]

Very nice. Loving the 2 tone look that everyone is bringing back.

[@imanonymous335]

I subscribed to your channel two weeks ago. And I do not regret it! I bought a 2021 Toyota Camry V6 because of your video. Keep up the good work

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for joining the Raiti's Rides family! That is so wonderful Congrats!

[@travisp11]

Same here! He sold me on a Hyundai Kona nearly a year ago and we love it!

[@rlc5050]

When buying a car always make sure them twinkies fit...it’s important 😂

[@baldheadlogic]

Hey Joe! Great Review. Glad to see this review. This new model looks way better than the previous model inside and out.

[@markythunder]

Very nice, we bought the 2020 preferred in at Garber Buick GMC in Fort Pierce we love it. Ours has the 2.5 l just under 200hp it's got plenty of power but the 2.0T that's got to be real peppy @228hp. Nice post. I'm looking to get a 2018 Lacrosse soon hopefully.

[@pigybak]

they still around 🥱???? my dream car was a 1987 Grand National. i still remembered that test drive.

[@RaitisRides]

Now that is one for the memory books!

[@normt430]

Buick sells more than Acura!

[@itsnick37]

@@normt430 I don’t think that’ll last tbh but that’s very shocking, you are talking overall or in United States? I feel like I never see Buicks I’m in busy NJ, I see Jeeps and Honda’s galore and decent amount of Nissan

[@hamidmghazi]

@@itsnick37 he is a fan boy. Don't take him seriously

[@normt430]

@@itsnick37 more Buicks are sold in the non-coastal states.

[@Troy-fv9uq]

Joe you are just killing it with reviews!! Nice work!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Troy for saying that and letting me bring it to you!

[@tuxedoblackcat1680]

General Motor vehicles never get old.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like it!

[@tommymai3062]

The encore gx is is good. Feel so safe driving at high speed. Buick been around for 110 years.

[@TheDanceluver37]

That’s great that the infotainment is at a slight angle. Still, there’s some new cars out there which make you reach or take your eyes off the road just to use there’s.

[@andrekleyn727]

With the brilliant white body colour and totally black wheels, I'm absolutely "digging" that 🥂

[@bingespiritu209]

Thanks for featuring this new Envision. It really took Buick quite some time to get it out! Great review, and looking forward to see you review the Avenir version.

[@simmran1]

Love radar cruise control, the most important feature!

[@itsnick37]

Actually beautiful almost like luxury version of small Cherokee I suppose but very impressed, love the styling on the inside doors not sure what it’s called but it’s perfect

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share this one with you.

[@MetalMama-zb4wg]

I like the vent under the headlights. I worked on Air Craft, and it reminds me of an engine intake. That's what attracted me to check it out. I just might trade my (2007, 65,000 miles)GMC Acadia in.

[@Freddysnipes231]

Thinking about getting one today had to watch review first

[@Freddysnipes231]

@@RaitisRides I’ll be on my way to the dealership tommorow morning 🥳 it’s perfect for traveling and I couldn’t be more happy with design

[@RicardoReyes]

I am the proud owner is a Buick Regal Sportback GS, and this looks like they look the design language and applied it to the Envision. Looks so familiar to me, from the front and back to the interior.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@USCuban97]

Looking sharp now👌🏻

[@RaitisRides]

They did a good job!

[@SteveGHD]

I’m in the market for a small luxury CUV and I’m blown away by the features in this new Envision Avenir. The frameless rear view mirror can actually change to video display. I’m old and I remember the old Buick logo and this colorful, modernized new one is a big step up. Many cars in this class cost more and give you much less! GLC, X3, Q5...I love the RDX but that touchpad is nowhere near as easy to use as the Avenir’s giant 10.2” HD touch pad angled towards the driver! The RDX’s rear camera and display are not HD, a reason I didn’t buy it. The Avenir, which is French for Future, gives you a head up display, wireless charging for phone, remote vehicle start so the car will be cool or warm when you enter, the most tech I’ve seen at this price level including adaptive cruise control. What’s more, seat heaters front and rear, seat cooling up front with quilted perforated leather, massage driver’s seat, heated steering wheel, kick to the open the rear hatch, Wireless Apple Car Play and Android, Bose 9 speaker system, air ionizer, All LEDs lights, HD surround (birds eye view), panoramic moonroof, rear seat reminder, body colored moldings, capless fuel filler and more all for $47k MSRP. The only concern I have is resale value so this may be the first car I ever leased and I can give it back or buy it in three years when the warranty is up. I heard a little larger model is coming next year (GX) will have the same wheelbase but a little longer with larger rear cargo room. I’m strongly considering this current one for its compact size but it’s not easy to get.

[@normt430]

We liked the Envision so much we bought one. It is the $49,320 version with everything but with only 3,000 miles was $35,000. Cannot you buy a Japanese CUV with surround camera, Safety Seat, and heads up display for that much? Even Lexus doesn't offer a HUD or Safety Seat. We rented a 2017 Ford Escape SE AWD for a 6 hour trip to another state to pick up the Buick Envision. I was asking myself what Ford does to the Lincoln to make it quieter, better handling, and better seat cushions. I thought I was going to get tinnitus it was so loud. The throttle was responsive and the brakes were very good, but the steering and and handling was terrible. We did manage 33 mpg with the cruise set at 65 mph though, which was great for AWD and torque converter transmission. My butt was so sore from sitting on 1.3" of seat cushion. When we traded the Envision on Regal TourX they gave $2,500 more than we owed plus the taxes that were financed and we got $9,000 off MSRP on the TourX.

[@LESTER7L1]

I will say this first LORI thanks for all you do on these fine productions!Joe, Lori, Thanks for bringing this Buick ENVISION 2021 to us. MAYBE in a few years, BUICK will be on top in AMERICA as they were back in the day. They seem to be headed in the right direction I USED TO LOVE BUICKS. RIDE ON! I will see you guys on another ride.

[@JCTiggs1]

The exterior design looks great, congrats to Buick/GM. Now if only Ford would take similar styling cues for their Escape to properly bring it into the 21st century.

[@lisamccray9079]

Love those l.e.d lights ✨️

[@yohazem1]

Joe you're the best, haha!! I had just read on GMAuthority that these just started arriving at the dealerships and you got yourself one to review already. I gotta say that is a sexy looking SUV in the ST trim, one of the sexiest. And I think they nailed the interior layout. Of course with the Essence and Avenir trims there will be more features and leather and so forth. For $34,000 thousand that is a really good looking SUV with good base tech and features.

[@craigsouder9334]

Joe..Thanks for the envision review..you keep your word👍. It looks like a very nice change for buick..

[@philosopher7308]

I see the Mercedes similarity, but I see Mazda even more. All are friggin great looking now

[@sunshine48213]

I just bought my 2022 ST today..I love it..it has everything that the Avinar has except the massaging and the ventilated seats..u don’t have to get the Avinar…mine is the black color…I will b doing a youtube video soon… mine have the parking assist too

[@Star-dz3ei]

Just added this to my test drive list. Baseball ⚾️ 🧢 👩. This Envision is looking perfect for our family. Excellent video. You answered all my questions! Keep doing luxury Suvs. Love that vehicle market. Busy Moms need good pick up and room for groceries and gear. ⚾️🏀⚽️🏐🎣

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome!

[@alexh5343]

Great review as usual ! Would be interested in seeing you test the 2021 Envision Avenir equipped with the optional CDC shocks, in sport mode it has firmer ride and heavier steering feel. Cheers

[@seeum2098]

Damn Looks pretty clean and sporty. No complaints about teh body design. Definitely an improvement over previous model AND it's got my initials in the back ST haha

[@RaitisRides]

Now we are talking!

[@alexb4302]

I feel like Buick is the forgotten child of GM. they deserve more attention. Great looking car!

[@FLYHIGH21]

Thanks raiti ride you sold me on this one!

[@vince7349]

Definitely a lot nicer than the outgoing model.

[@ponchoman49]

Good review! Looks okay but those wheels do not say Buick and say more low credit Mitsubishi for 20K not a 35-40K luxury vehicle!

[@KhrissyDaDon]

Yay I asked for a review of this, and viola! Thank you Joe ☺️!

[@KirkandRA]

I just bought a 2020 Envision. Oh well. Nice video

[@johnfriedhof3690]

Just picked up a 21 Buick envision essence today w/21k on it. I’m 46

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats John!

[@Simbathegreat1]

Im glad buick put the remote start on the fob and not in an app or worse a subscription.

[@mariowhyte2816]

Maaaaaaaaaaaaan..... whaaaaaaaaaat!!!!???? Buick is bringing the business with this update here!!! I like it!!! They definitely could do some more with the exterior design and interior packaging but overall it's a vast improvement over the first gen. Thanks for the super early review here Joe!!! You're the review king!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #Buick #Envision #Journey_to_500_k

[@RaitisRides]

They did a way better job with this one.

[@mariowhyte2816]

@@RaitisRides absolutely!

[@RaitisRides]

@@mariowhyte2816 Yes sir!

[@TaySo_Real]

Hey can you review the 2019 buick regal gs sportback that car is kinda rare to find

[@soiceyboy33]

Looks like a mini MDX! Perhaps this is what the RDX should’ve looked like

[@nephrodoc4120]

Another great video! I think these little SUV’s are goofy, but they seem to sell!

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you!

[@itsnick37]

They can justify a higher price at least not like a ford or some other overpriced junk, some people don’t need huge cargo and will pay probably nice drive with that type of engine for smaller suv

[@kungfooey6571]

I initially thought it was an Acura from the Thumbnail pic.

[@stefanb.5154]

Now that you mention it, it really does remind me of an Acura in the front.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

I thought Mazda

[@RayRiv73]

Man what a drastic change...looks like the Jags and Alfas of today.

[@AveiroDan]

On throttle...in a Buick....to the local early bird specials! That’s about the only thing that car is capable of. There’s a button on that infotainment screen....push it and The GPS will tell you all the local early bird spots for dinner.

[@johneli495]

Flat folding rear is good thing 👍

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@trevorryan403]

That infotainment is angled toward the driver way too much. Gives new meaning to "Don't touch my radio".

[@nickgill166]

Joe you Killing the car review game 👏

[@AbdullahHood]

That’s a great looking SUV. Bravo. 👏🏻 Reminds me on the new Acura.

[@RaitisRides]

You hit the nail on the head!

[@AbdullahHood]

@@RaitisRides I brought my new hammer along especially for the job.

[@mwegner568106]

Very sharp looking SUV but that black wheel well trim makes it looks the vehicle has massive wheel wells and tiny tires

[@joskjj3625]

Looks better than before

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you.

[@lucasS0724]

I think you can get the emblems blacked-out but still have the chrome surround

[@RaitisRides]

Good call!

[@chengu832]

Headlight outline looks like an Audi A4 and the front grill looks like Mercedes 🤔 Nice video!😀

[@Sportimus]

Never have I thought I'd consider a Buick. But being in the market for a compact SUV, I'm not happy that so many use CVT's and have grossly underpowered engines (they're SLOW!) in them. RAV4 has the resale value & 8-speed, but still slow. This Buick has a lively engine that has more than decent "go" and a 9-speed transmission. That's why I'm considering this one. That said ... it's a Buick. Resale value is nothing compared to Honda, Toyota, or Mazda. Finding something cool and reliable is too hard these days. I don't know ...

[@yunkellz]

Alot of styling cues from Cadillac XTS's interior that was introduced in 2013. With that said, its a little beauty and the cues blend nicely for the package.

[@QueenV90z]

Can’t believe this is a Buick !!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I know right!

[@allcarsguy036]

I think Buick Competes more with Mazda because Mazda too is a premium brand

[@wbwayne8887]

One of the most attractive GM automobiles ever, inside and out.

[@0majors0]

It’s beautiful

[@josemanuelruiz2036]

Buick has nailed the luxury SUV design. They look very elegant. But is sad going to their website and see that 4 door sedans are missing.

[@matty1053]

For the price I'd personally rather get a Kia Sorrento with the 2.5 turbo and AWD. But it looks hella lot better than the previous generation. Doesn't look like a soccer mom car.

[@keith4936]

Thanks for the review, just got a Garnet Metallic Avenir, for the options and price it's a great value compared to Lincoln and Cadillac. Agree GM camera quality is awesome, engine is fine, power more than adequate, truly love this car, perfect for my needs thanks again, you have the best reviews on KZbin keep it up!