This BUICK blew me away // 2024 Envista Review

[@mononeo]

The Envista with more power and AWD would be a real killer. Can you imagine if they made a Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato-like mildly off road rally version? If it had even like 250 horsepower that would be an amazing car!

[@donteadoss]

I haven’t personally cared for Buick in so long I can’t remember which models I liked; however, admittedly I think the Envista is an incredibly sharp addition to their otherwise bland lineup. Ironically, I’m currently considering one for my parents-in-law, b’c of the price point, to replace their fully-loaded Equinox recently totaled. It’s definitely good-looking and head-turning.

[@meccia1906]

If you want a better value and performance look at the Hyundai Tucson.. use to be a buick man. but now there made in china, so why not buy South Korean and get more for your money

[@donteadoss]

@@meccia1906 Agreed but my mother-in-law wants another of the same, she definitely wouldn’t go for all the new tech, so I luckily just found a fully-loaded ‘21 Equinox for them with 39k on the odo for $23,500.

[@rlfd27]

@@meccia1906 Uhh, the Envista is made in South Korea not China.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

I like how you integrated the baby’s crying into the car review. Gold.👌

[@thenextlevelkaos]

I just bought a white Envista ST (black rims black accents) and I cannot explain how happy I am with this vehicle. The amount of comments/compliments I’ve had in only a weeks time is amazing and just fully reiterates that I made an amazing choice! 10/10 highly HIGHLY recommend this to any new car buyer; won’t get anything close for the price

[@johnbeckham1483]

I concur completely! For your 1.2 Liter 3 Cylinder Turbocharged GDI engine use a high quality FULL SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL rated at the GF-6 standards & an API index of SP service.

[@jeremyg2245]

Wow. I love the look of this car! These days, I’ve never even thought of Buick as a viable option lol. If only they had a hybrid version. But in terms of value for money, it’s a really interesting release from them.

[@strawberrycreampuff1437]

That's the first time I've heard someone say that the styling is somewhat controversial....huh. That's one of the primary selling points of this vehicle. Best looking Buick in years. Wife has a black Avenir. Many compliments on the styling.

[@shawnpentecost7896]

I have one and love it!

[@johnbeckham1483]

One of the MOST STYLISH cars on the road today!

[@pi55bier]

I grew up loving GM but fell outta love with em during the 00's, 10's. I've had Toyotas since then. Still want a Camaro and GTO. I love what I see with the Envista. Only issue I have is the engine. GM's small engines as of recent have not been the greatest

[@americandude3825]

I get offended when you review things that aren’t Toyota Lexus. Hahahaha

[@tspidey007]

It’s a Korean vehicle. It has more in common with Kia and Hyundai than it does your grandparents Buick.

[@americandude3825]

@@tspidey007 what?! My grandma drives a Chevy. She just turned 90. Good ole farm girl! Ps. I’m a Toyota snob.

[@BobbyDeniroX]

😂

[@newchannel1220]

@@tspidey007 looked like chinese EV.

[@HockeyGuyinSD]

@@americandude3825 I grew up with Toyota's and have always had a Toyota or Lexus as a adult. I bought the Envista ST in May as a commuter vehicle and I have to say I've been pretty impressed (so far.)

[@KirkKreifels]

It's a 3 cylinder 1.2L turbo. I may have referenced a 4 cylinder but you can get the 4 pot 1.3L in the encore GX.

[@dforrest4503]

Isn’t that 1.3 L also a 3 cylinder?

[@midwest9040]

The 1.3L-1341 cc, 81.8 CID (cubic inch displacement) is also a 3 cylinder engine producing 155 net horsepower.

[@V1perKiller]

why put a shitbox economy engine in something they call a luxury car is my question ?

[@royaltyallen1162]

​@@V1perKiller because it is a econocar, it's the same chassis and engine as Chevy Trax. Think of this as Honda Civic= Chevy Trax Acura Integra= Buick Envista

[@mrdiamonde]

@@V1perKillerCAFE standards. “ I bet They just do it so they won’t get fined. “- Marshawn Lynch

[@Steve_in_NJ]

Like the Trax, the Buick version is built in South Korea (Hyundai plant?) -- the front looks very similar to my 2022 Hyundai Kona! Still, the 1.2 liter 3-cylinder engine belongs in a riding lawn mower, not an automobile!! We had two Buick Regals in the 2000's, and loved them (they were leases). When GM turned the Regal into a junkie hatch, we moved on up to a 2020 Honda Accord! The Avenir liftgate reminds me of the redesigned Regal. The rear badging is goofy but makes sense. You read from left to right, so you read Envista Avenir.

[@rightlanehog3151]

GM took over Daewoo and that is the source of these Buicks. It requires a massive volume of magical thinking to believe GM is capable of raising long-term reliability standards to an acceptable level.

[@shivamarya5225]

Not hyundai daewoo

[@Steve_in_NJ]

@@shivamarya5225OK. That's good to know. Not that I would EVER get another GM product anyway.

[@Steve_in_NJ]

@@rightlanehog3151We used to lease Buick Regals and they were fine until they became liftbacks instead of sedans. Now we drive a Camry; like winning the lottery!

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@Steve_in_NJ🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@tpelle2]

I very perceptive comment wherein you referred the styling to a German automobile. I read that the Envista design is actually derived from an Opel - the Opel Corsa, I believe. Many years ago, when I spent several weeks in Germany on a work assignment, I had a rental car that was an Opel, and the same car was sold in the U.S. as a Pontiac - but the Pontiac version was made in Korea IIRC. Sound familiar?

[@jamesh2459]

Getting mine on Monday, loved my Buick Verano. ❤

[@mrgurulittle7000]

I wish this was built in the US, but that’s my only complaint. I’m most impressed with the price of this car for the premiumness that comes with it. I think Buick is onto something here.

[@gmsammyguitar]

I never thought Buick would be praised. 3800 v6 series ii or iii were great, bulletproof. The transmission was the week point. Aside from 3800 v6, virtually all GM products don't last long.

[@Anamnesis]

I just find it amusing that the last thing GM wants to talk about with this car is what actually makes it move. The marketing emphasizes every possible creature comfort and tech gimmick, and doesn't talk at all about the actual vehicle. I get it, they're trying to package as many creature comforts from higher end cars into a practical and affordable package for typical buyers who don't care about how the car actually moves, but it really speaks to what influences the market today. They used to proudly emphasize engineering details, now the emphasis is on pointless styling details, electronic nannies, and how big the touch screen is.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

completely agree. the fact that they gave this a 130 horsepower 3 cylinder says a lot. but look it has a big screen!

[@markcoopers1930]

Remember this is the brand who's marketing campaigns over the past decade were "What car is that?" >>> "Is that a Buick?" >>> "I love my Alexa".

[@craig5042]

Agree its a sharp car. Seriously looking for small crossover to replace 9 yr old Camry. I think Buick division should have made the 1.3L 3 cyl optional even if with just FWD. I get that its not much bigger than the 1.2L 3 cyl. Hopefully the 1.2L turns out to be dependable. If people drive the Envista the way it looks those 3 cyl Turbo engines will be thrashed soon after 60k mi drivetrain warranty. I'll probably wait for the 2025 to see if Buick finds areas to improve after first year if I don't go with a Mazda CX-30. Really like this car. Thanks for reviewing.

[@toronado455]

Nice job on the ID of the Kia Sportage Convertible. At first I thought it might be Tracker. I didn't even know about the KIA!

[@byhsu6140]

Instrument panel with infotainment system looks nice.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

idc about that. if i want a fancy screen ill buy a new computer or tv. i want a vehicle that drives well and performs well

[@byhsu6140]

​@cantwealljustgetalong2 Ok...? And you are replying to me about it driving well, when i didn't even mention anything about it.

[@Paul-cx4gm]

I like the multi tasking? A car review and out with the family too? They've done a really good job with this and its styling and such for the price point. My choice would be the Avenir like this just because of its equipment level :) .

[@ScooniePenn10]

Ironic the Buick is making a nice ICE vehicle, yet spent the last 2 years buying out Buick dealerships who didn't want to transition to strictly EVs which is what Buick touted. Good ole GM,

[@rdm925]

Thanks, I think it's nice overall. It reminds me of my previous 07 Mazda 6i 5-door. The cargo cover works just like my Mazda. I do wish it had a rear wiper. I'm not convinced on the the reliability and power from the 3-cylinder engine. I would rather a turbo 4 and the option of AWD. Rather have the last generation Regal instead.

[@toronado455]

I smashed like for Kenny Loggins LOL

[@thrash123ful]

Coming to a rental lot near you.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

yeah itll join tesla model 3s and camrys

[@alexg9727]

@@cantwealljustgetalong2 lol? There are no tesla and camry in rental lots

[@alexg9727]

@@cantwealljustgetalong2 only crap brands like nissan or gm

[@gangatalishis]

Yeah it’s nice but I don’t see these selling much in the states.

[@dontdoxmebro]

@@alexg9727hertz almost gives their model 3 away

[@CarletonLee]

Make it a hybrid, add passenger power seat, rear vents, soft rear doors with smart access, and you have a TRUE Avenir! P.S: Hyundai Elantra offers vented seats, omg!

[@dontdoxmebro]

I like it. If interest rates were better I’d get one

[@Gep1906]

Beautiful on the outside, very old-fashioned on the inside. The interiors do not do justice to its new sporty design, it seems like you are inside a 2015 Chevrolet somewhere

[@prescottlange]

Hopefully you get a chance to review its sister car the Chevy Trax as well.

[@davidglad]

When I initially watched, I thought the backseat room wasn't enough for adults. Rewatching, sounds like it could be sufficient. PS guessing your CPA suggested it could count as earned income for her to feature your daughter in the video 😁

[@shadelljamison5507]

What color is this envista?

[@TalismanPHX]

The Envista needs the turbocharged 1.5L 4 cylinder engine thats optional in the Chinese market, especially on the top of the line Avenir trim level

[@1975augusto]

Wish it was a bit brighter or more colorful inside

[@alfontana6242]

Thanks for your video. With all the small compact cars out there for the same price you can buy a hybrid with more power and far better fuel economy as well. GM is last in the race to offer hybrid and even more importantly plug in hybrid models. Their Volt was the first plug in hybrid and we have a 2016 Volt with over 127,000 miles that still gets over 40 MPG just on gas with a depleted battery and over 45 miles on all electric. GM screwed themselves when they discontinued the Volt line and Voltec technology which they probably dumped millions if not close to a billion dollars on. Toyota nailed it with the Prime series.

[@SnapshotSniper]

I just bought a 24’ Trax and wish I knew about the Buick! Ughh!

[@markcoopers1930]

Would be neat if it was lowered and the proportions trimmed up.... Made into a proper sedan....

[@Faithlovewax]

I love your content

[@jbm0866]

Every review I've seen of this thing (I watch them just to see the reaction😂) is either "blown away" just like Kirk or at the very least surprised by how much kit you get and how cool it looks vs the pricetag. I'm a bit more pragmatic...let's revisit these things in roughly 5 years and see how well the microscopic 3 cylinder turbo and transmission hold up when these things get some mileage on them. It's supposed to be a "crossover" which is simply another word for "car like SUV", but can it actually do SUV things like 4 people and luggage driving up a mountain pass (paved) without the engine or trans blowing up? Call me crazy, but small force inducted engines aren't what GM is known for or what they do best. If this thing had a Toyota, Honda or even Mazda badge on it then I'd have much more confidence (Toyota knows how to build a stout 3 cylinder turbo at least) but I still wouldn't run out to buy one..at least not the first year.

[@B9M3]

Funny how none of these reviewers ever think to mention the long-term reliability prospects of the engine. 3 cyl with turbo and timing belt = trouble Poor MPG for that tiny engine too.

[@thg1914]

Urus looking economy car...😂 Would be incredible for them to add an ev version to the line up ... effectively giving it more efficiency and Urus like performance at an affordable price point... 😊

[@michelleelizabethbutler6675]

No bose sound system 😢

[@kevinanderson1096]

We love ours.

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Awesome

[@thebeddoctor4273]

No rear wiper, deal breaker for me. It's on the chevy version

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

It's a sport liftback design. No wiper was intentional. It will look out of place with it.

[@thebeddoctor4273]

@jraheemjefcoat429 I know. Just wish for snowing climate it had one.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@@thebeddoctor4273 Just get the Trax. The Buick model has a certain target audience.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@@thebeddoctor4273 Get the Trax. Envista has a certain target audience.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@@thebeddoctor4273 Get the Trax.

[@darknessislight3689]

I like the ST version 😍 not bad for a BUICK that’s not a Grand National 🤭

[@Tully3674]

Why not just open the floor board and have Fred and Barney use their feet to move the car (would be quicker with longer term reliability). Great, great design for the price but the 3 banger is a deal breaker.

[@dd4886]

Now imagine this with a 6 cylinder engine.... Missed opportunity :(

[@cafn8ed74]

Kudos for keeping your composure while shooting a car review with a cranky kid on the back seat. I like to see that Buick is making an effort to appeal to buyers who are looking for a car that might not be for their final days. More generally, it's too bad that Americans won't buy a hatchback unless they butch it up and give it fender cladding and 8" of ground clearance. I'd like this more if it was more of a car and less of an SUV.

[@John-kx3ng]

One of the best looking vehicles on the road.

[@christopherkozal7987]

Uh….that’s a big stretch 😂

[@ytj22]

I'm not even sure if it's the best looking compact CUV on the road, but at least you'd be in the ballpark.

[@YankeeMav]

11:19 Kirk that looked like an absolutely beautiful day, but your market (same as in valley of sun in AZ) is a great example of why GM has some ⚾️🥎’s offering, especially, an “Avenir” trim w/o VENTILATED SEATS, and then whole no AWD, idk….at least it isn’t built in Wuhan I suppose.

[@gecko2000405]

Sometimes I don't know why I watch car reviews. It's an inline 3, not an inline 4.

[@dongolahmed]

won't last 100kmiles

[@faheemabbas3965]

Hopefully GM as a company doesn’t last for another 100 years.

[@Faithlovewax]

The kid in the background 😂

[@shivamarya5225]

It's comparable to HR-V in every way, except the interior of hr-v might even be better and actually have more soft touch

[@KirkKreifels]

HR-V materials are a little better than this. This looks way better, has better mpg, better performance...just fwd

[@KirkKreifels]

This also has better tech than the Honda imo.

[@shivamarya5225]

@@KirkKreifels the tech is the same imo, both have adaptive cruise, wireless carplay and heated seats. hrv engine has 2.0l engine with 158hp and its geared slow, this has turbo 3 cyl with 137hp but more torque. Same with corolla cross tbh, they both have better interiors than the supposed 'luxury' brand and same level of tech, and corolla cross also has rear sir vents and rear arm rest while this does not

[@Goldisks7]

The Avenir trim does have rear seat arm rests.

[@shivamarya5225]

@@Goldisks7 only in top trim and still does not get rear air vents in a 'luxury' brand

[@TaiwanLYC]

Why can't they offer awd? Are they worried no one will buy other more expensive model or what lol

[@TaiwanLYC]

Need to be offered for people who live in regions that snow!

[@beeslandscaping]

Looks like my Venza

[@GearUpind]

buick ❎MG 4 for rest of the world✅

[@yurkshirelad]

I still can't believe they put an 1.2L engine in this thing. I've no idea what the brand is supposed to represent anymore. It's not sporty, despite the sport trim. It isn't luxury, as luxury is not a tiny engine with so little horsepower. I can't imagine driving this on the highway, loaded up, across the country. Who are they targeting?

[@TheStimie]

Rockin the fanny pack ok kirk. Hahaha great video my sister likes this vehicle.

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

Kirk, is this a sport Hatchback 😎😊?

[@z3r0x456]

Its a nice car!

[@robertlovesgothgirlz]

The front bumper/headlight looks way better than the current and terrible BMW design

[@blumchue]

No rear ac Corolla cross has that standard 😮

[@dontdoxmebro]

A lot of car companies don’t put these in. I don’t get it either

[@mofayer]

This is proof that cheap cars don't have to look ugly.

[@sgrant9814]

Needs a rear wiper desperately. Hondas n ford products, not hi end brands, have had cap-less gas fill for 10 plus years now

[@naveenthemachine]

All the GM haters are punching air right now and they’re failing miserably to convince anyone that they’re junk Personally I think the envista looks great

[@John-kx3ng]

I have never been a GM however they absolutely knocked it out of the park with the Envista.

[@TheJoncic]

I still think GM makes junk. Their shrinking market supports my view too. Good on you if you like it but it will likely not be competitive in sales with its peers.

[@orlandovelastegui1391]

I’m a Toyota Owner so it’s hard to impress me!!! Okay the outside looks Good very sporty.! You can change my mind depends on how it holds up after 50,000 miles. If this car can be reliable then you have a good car but, it will take time to find that out.!!

[@BIgDubyaGanoosh]

So...because the car looks nice brand new you think suddenly, GM make a great quality car? Hey,like it if you like it. But let's be real....GM hasn't made many real QUALITY, long lasting vehicles in a long time. This is coming from a 4th Gen former GM auto worker. Over 100yrs combined of labour for GM in this family and I still don't trust that corporation to design quality, and use quality parts.

[@orlandovelastegui1391]

@@BIgDubyaGanoosh did you read my comment?? I said it looks nice but, I’m a Toyota owner and the only way you will win me is if the car is doing great after 50,000 miles with no major hiccups!!! Unless you wasn’t talking to me I apologize!

[@FastCar5]

I would not buy a first edition Buick...wait a year or two for buyers feedback.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

buick has been top 5 for years on customer satisfaction reliability and quality

[@adamyoung8606]

Hopefully you'll never get a fender bender at any of the corners or else you'll get a lot of light damage. Will this engine last 10 years like a typical Honda/Toyota 4cyl at $30k? Doubtful.

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

wet timing belt, not durable

[@djjohnson9389]

it is very good looking but the engine..... I've seen lawnmowers with bigger engines.

[@psmh4]

3 cylinder

[@VOLVO2LUV]

hey

[@mikej238]

Buick..nope...1.2 l buick😮..double nope. Will make beautiful rental fleets.

[@BranGrizz]

Wow that looks like it was designed and manufactured by the Chinese. That’s because it is.

[@박동석-u7u]

buick lol

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

buick is great

[@craigo2142]

Maybe say, "my Grandma's old buick" and not "my old Grandma's buick" Buick has been a brand playing to people your Grandma's age. Do you know if there is much reliability history with this engine outside the US since it is new here? Otherwise, nice looking little car.

[@faheemabbas3965]

GM shouldn’t exist, sadly.

[@YankeeMav]

Umm excuse me? Cadillac and Buick and Chevy should be deleted for…?

[@SMLYTPMovies]

@@YankeeMavthey’re talking about the 2008-2009 bailouts. It’s not that they subjectively shouldn’t exist, they make great cars! But objectively without bailouts, we’d have none of GM

[@robm7488]

Big no for coupe suv... (It's a bit stupid) But this one it's not bad at all from outside.

[@honestymines1672]

Very narrow front seats.

[@steveh545]

Beautiful car, almost pininfarina. (Or maybe it is, haven’t watched the vid yet 😂). Too bad one can’t get AWD.

[@wass6143]

cheap french engine, wont last 25000 miles

[@alexg9727]

tiny engine and it gets horrible mpg. My v6 accord get 10mpg more then this and has more then twice the horsepower lol

[@Offensively-normal]

I was very excited to see the new affordable cars coming from GM. They look great. But someone would need to have their head examined if they purchase anything from them. We need a full boycott of that company. It is not ok to track and sell your information. They need to pay for the betrayal of their customers. We need to send a message to General motors and all who thinks we are cattle.

[@Ace-xt8lv]

Apparently all the car companies are doing it

[@avdp9095]

Glad it is not for Europe, it looks so outdated, wow.

[@zdzislawmeglicki2262]

It's a lousy car. The engine is too small, too little power, no hybrid, no AWD. For the size, I think the new Dodge Hornet (aka Alfa Romeo Tonale) is a far more attractive package.

[@Trekgalaxi]

30k car with no ventilated seats..