2023 Buick Envision Avenir - The Most UNDERRATED Luxury Compact SUV?

In the world of the luxury compact SUV there are many choices but one choice many overlook is the Buick Envision Avenir. Today, we take an in-depth tour to see what this luxury compact SUV is all about.
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[@kristenhaslam8773]

I bought the same exact vehicle except w AWD a week ago after a lot of research and I am beyond thrilled! It is truly a luxury SUV…great video! Pointed out a lot I hadn’t learned about it yet. Thank you for taking the time to put this together. Anyone buying this vehicle would benefit viewing the video.

[@terence4427]

I test drove an Envision yesterday, and the car was amazing. Definitely underrated.

[@UnenthusedEnthusiast]

Buick as a whole are extremely underrated here in the US. It holds the same level of designs, ride, and quietness as the Caddy (sometimes even better based on which models you’re comparing) Caddy is more sport luxury and competes with the German/Euro brands while Buick competes more on the comfort luxury along the lines of the Japanese luxury cars. Buick has been hitting it out of the park for some time now, unfortunately they don’t market them well and people overlook them because of the “old people” car stigma. If you take the time to look at them and drive them you will buy one.

[@christhornycroft3686]

Who would have thought that Japan would be the benchmark for luxury? What is this world coming to? Good for them, they make great cars for people who like them, but when is Cadillac getting destroyed for comfort by a Lexus or Acura?

[@UnenthusedEnthusiast]

@@christhornycroft3686 Caddy has targeted the European car market as their competitors. Which they are are sport luxury at the cost of comfort. I had a CT5 and it was a complete let down. Traded it in less than a year.

[@thsarethbreaks]

My mother bought a 2020 Buick Envision Preferred Essence option. It has more features than she can use on it and it isn't the Avenir

[@jayoge1495]

Buick just needs to be unshackled. Doing this will encourage Cadillac to do better. Making them both more competitive as a whole in their perspective markets per vehicle.model.

[@UnenthusedEnthusiast]

@@jayoge1495 Agree 100%

[@hannahpettit6489]

My husband works for Buick/GMC and I traded in a new 4Runner for one of these envisions. I’m literally in love.

[@HX79]

I just traded in my Toyota Tundra for one. Very cool vehicle. I don't need a big truck anymore- and I don't want to pay the truck prices. Will probably be getting a small trailer for the 4 times a year I actually need a truck bed anymore...😂

[@lynnharr1277]

Love that the screen is integrated into the dashboard. Doesn’t look like someone just plopped an iPad there like in so many SUVS now.

[@Jack_Stafford]

Amen to that! Those screens that just stick up from the top of the dash get a lot of glare and seem like they would be hard to clean behind are going to look very dated very soon and it is weird that so many automakers have chosen to do that rather than nicely integrating them like Buick has.

[@AerenceStephens]

Excellent point.

[@wpgwaldo]

I 100% agree. I hate the tablet style dash.

[@reaality3860]

My dad just traded his 2022 Cadilac for this 2023 Buick. He is very happy about it.

[@beverlywoods7095]

I leased a Satin Steel Envision Avenir in May of 2022. I absolutely love it. I’ll be buying out my lease for sure.

[@gdoggy1678]

I looked at every Compact SUV but this was the only one I didn't look at because...... well it's a Buick. As soon as I saw one online I went out and purchased one. The interior is just beautiful as well as the exterior and the decent amount of power. I was also interested in the XT4 as it's the same platform as the Envision but the dash design of the XT4 just didn't please me. Ended up with a Sapphire Metallic 2023 Envision Essence. Love it!

[@junemueller4795]

The back seats, how do they fold down? Can you do it from the back?

[@marktevault57]

I'd prefer a hybrid but contrary to Consumer Guide Buick makes a very good automobile!

[@drealove1808]

Is they’re a big difference between essence and avenir? Also what color is your interior?

[@nancymiller1691]

I am picking up my new 2023 Buick Envision, Avenir on Monday. I am so excited. This video is awesome. Lots to learn with this car and this will be a good referral. Thank you.

[@Yellowgirl565]

This my 4th Buick!!! I absolutely love my 2023 Envision ❤❤. I've owned 2 Buick Lacrosse and Buick Encore... Buick is definitely underrated!!!

[@rickphelps9753]

We have 2. A 21 Preferred and a 22 Avenir. Love them.

[@DianaJager-s9h]

We just bought one today and love it!

[@jdub117]

We leased a 2019, fully loaded (no Avenir then). It was a fantastic car. In 2017, we bought a Buick LaCrosse, fully loaded, approx. $54,000 OTD; still have it. It is fantastic, too. Only 38,000 miles on it.

[@mont4582]

This particular Buick is a perfect vehicle for a person like myself, I’m disabled and it doesn’t look difficult to enter or exit the driver’s side door and it roomy enough for a single active late fifties man who is socially active!! It has a very nice respectable look and the only thing that’s missing in my opinion is that it’s not ALL WHEEL DRIVE!!! I live in Northern California so our winters consist of trips to Tahoe and the snow!!! I’m looking forward to going to test drive. Thanks for the video!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾

[@athenahodge-henke7741]

I pick mine up on Saturday! Will comment after i get it.

[@DAVIDOLASUPO]

How’s it going please? Lol

[@snkybnz6902]

Where's the comment?! Lol

[@athenahodge-henke7741]

I’m so sorry!!! I love it so much. It turns on a dime! Love that. My husband calls it a “car” which annoys me. We bought it with 13 miles on it and now has 32k. Only complaint is that the air filter reeks like dog feces and fills the cabin with the stench when starting after about 5 months.

[@wpgwaldo]

Just bought this exact car. The review was helpful. I pick it up next week. Thanks.

[@retusmedic1851]

I have a 2011 Enclave, fully loaded for it's time (premium wheels, leather, bose system, bluetooth, NAV, tow package and AC/heated seats) -- and it's a wonderful vehicle. Still looks new, rides nice and is so comfy. I say this to say, if they're still making these SUVs like they did back then, you guys are in for a treat. I have 40k miles and will probably have it until I can't drive anymore. One gripe I do have is related to ONSTAR. My vehicle relied on their 2G network and they've since sunsetted vehicles previous to 2013 or 2015, I forget. ONSTAR was great though otherwise.

[@shannabarton9124]

2011 with only 40k miles as of 8 months ago (almost 12 years)? I'm curious to know, how would this car hold up with an individual who drives at least 12k/year? If it's the same feel-handle-maintenance over 7 yrs, that's what would make me purchase. Ijs

[@davidh8285]

I have a 2012 Enclave with over 160000 and it still feels and drives great. I am getting into the long life maintenance issues and just had to replace the original starter motor this week. It has been a nice reliable ride for us. I am looking into trading it for a smaller ride like the Envision since we don't haul as much stuff when we travel and the kids are all out on their own now.

[@christians218]

Button shifters killed it, need the manual shifter

[@Matador99999]

Buick Envision is the best value out of Cadillac XT4, GMC Terrain. Same features, bigger screen, quieter ride.

[@taybell33]

Just got mine two days ago love it! She’s a beauty.

[@Daoussis]

Same! Picked it up January 9th! Fun suv

[@junemueller4795]

With it being a 4cylinder, how it the performance as far as passing? I had a 4 cylinder way back and it took forever to get around the car I was passing

[@Daoussis]

I love mine! It has so much low end torque it whips by! Sometimes there is a little underwater if you don’t know how to handle it I feel

[@daleauramenko9347]

​@junemueller4795 This 4 cylinder engine is turbo charged with 228 h.p and it has alot of power for passing on the highway. I have one for over a year already and I really like it

[@rickphelps9753]

We have 2...a 21 and a 22....love them

[@jimpratt3661]

Unfortunately none of the Buick dealers near me have any AWD Envisions in stock. This is as close as I can get to one. They are made in Shanghai and apparently in very short supply. I only wish they were American made.

[@TechnicaX]

I really like this car. Really clean.

[@joycephillips616]

I took a test drive in this about a month ago. I am seriously considering purchasing one. It feels like you’re driving on a cloud. It handles like a car not an suv.

[@calgary2800]

I love this car, feels like a Lexus to me.

[@clydehoward2872]

I like the new buick easy drive in heavy traffic and reasonable price BUICK ROCKS

[@bbrotherton6345]

My wife bought one. I went for a ride. I am not kidding! It accelerated faster than my '95 Corvette (6 speed manual -300HP). My 2015 Sierra has a very high end interior, but little compared to her ride. Hers is VERY under-rated!

[@garyleeheard3434]

Similar style to the Chevy Blazer.. I actually like this one Alot..so clean and nice 👍🤙

[@garyhawthorne1678]

morning we went and looked at one yesterday wife love it

[@tonjiakyle3236]

P.S. I have owned 6 Buicks starting with a 1977 Buick Century Special. Now I have a 2016 Buick Encore. Love it as well, but still not what they use to be.

[@metalox88]

We'll forgive you for the Century Special...all the rest were pretty good...

[@5280streetdogs]

I want a traditional shifter, I’m in the market and that’s a deal killer for me

[@justsaynjason922]

Is not bad at all. The only thing odd for me is not having the shifter too rest my hand on.

[@beverlywoods7095]

@@justsaynjason922I put a stainless steel water bottle in the cup holder nearest the centre storage where I rest my elbow. I hold on to the top of my water bottle as I would the gear shift.

[@jayoge1495]

The only gripe I have so far is the power output. Segmentwise and what you pay for this vehicle. It is 25-30 hp short vs competitors. Gm already had. 275 hp version of the ecotech turbo 4. Even a 259 hp version. Consumers need the option. Otherwise they may opt for an RDX.

[@christinaparker1852]

Amazing!!!💜🌟❤️💖💞💞💞💞💞

[@lancewright21]

We have a 2021 envision and we absolutely LOVE IT! I can’t believe this car is built in china. The Chinese are doing a very good job building this car and in fact in china if you own one, you’re considered royalty.

[@schuylerking6704]

Question, how does one purchase one of these when the dealerships near me have exactly none of them.

[@nickgee7291]

great value, if all you care about is features and ride quality, buick is a great choice without paying more just to have cache

[@tonjiakyle3236]

The old Buicks with the 3800 engine in them were great. They had luxury, stamina and speed. They were fantastic. Buick should have kept the 3800. The newer ones don't have the get up and go, that the older ones did.

[@brucemartin2882]

Won't last 150k

[@schuylerking6704]

You are totally correct! My brother and I both bought new 1993 Regals. I should have bought 3 of them and put 2 in storage. The 3800 drive train was smooth powerful and with the overdrive transmission cruised at a quiet smooth RPM.

[@thetechlibrarian]

They definitely have the get up and go 250hp and 250+ torque. But with that said we know it won’t have anywhere near the longevity or ease of repair. It’s honestly a sad day that all of the V sixes are practically disappearing in favor of turbo fours even Toyota drop that suite to GR V6 they been using for a decade and a half.

[@terryroseberry9034]

310 hp gets it to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, quicker than either of my GTOs(66&70) because of the 9 speed transmission and my new Avenir weighs more than 1,000 #’s more than my old GTOs ! Very quick.

[@kimberlynhughes3658]

We had a 1995 Buick Regal, it was powerful, it may have had that engine, but I’m unsure! I think it did because the 3800 sounds familiar. I loved that car’s power & it was beautiful!!

[@MarlaLowery]

Love our 2023 Buick Envision

[@craig5042]

Agree Buick's new Envista and Encore GX getting the attention today Good review. Encore is expensive but maybe more reliable than German competitors. GM's auto plants in S Korea & China (where Buick is popular) is importing Chevy/Buick models at affordable prices.

[@Flush75]

Fantastic review. I'm gonna say this review will convince plenty of folks to consider a Buick Envision (if they watch it). What camera are you using to record this? - - amazing image quality! Kudos

[@darknessislight3689]

Beautiful for a Buick 😊 and that’s not a bad thing

[@Offensively-normal]

Finally getting cold in Shreveport? I live in S. Cal. High desert and it's been around 32° in the pre dawn hours. Some people may say that's not cold! But if you ask me it's freezing. I have heard lots of good stuff about the Buicks. I think it gets over looked and that's a shame. If I were in the market for a SUV I would definitely check them out. Thank again Tom. Keep warm.

[@VehicleVisionary]

Thank you, Sam! That is cold for sure. It has made it down to single digits overnight and the high today will be 25 today. At least it feels like Christmas instead of being in the 60s as it often is this time of year but makes filming videos hard. LOL I hope you stay warm too.

[@garystevenson6981]

I like the push button gear shift..has a nice look to it

[@anthonymgray22]

Yes this is underrated

[@chynnadoll1999]

Well. I'm a Grandma, so, WORKS FOR ME!!!😂😩😋 It's BEAUTIFUL!🥰😉

[@sonjahowell119]

I have the Sapphire Blue 2023 Envision Avenir and Love it, it ride so smooth I am so glade I didn’t over look Buick I went to get a Ocean Blue Envista I wanted a vehicle I could pay off in full within 2 years and I like the Envista but I saw the Envision then took it for a test drive and left the lot with a car more than double the price but this car makes my heart happy I just had to have.

[@branchreflexology]

Love everything but the shifter… really don’t like it with the buttons. I love a shifter! Might be a dealbreaker…sad

[@djplonghead5403]

Doors should open wider. I compare any vehicle with our families 2016 LaCrosse. 304 HP. Amazing ambient lighting. Quiet. Comfortable. Smooth Adaptive headlights (turn with wheels). Really cool headlight design- blue dot from the 60’s, floating reflector. And so much more!

[@greggoryflythe5604]

I have a 2020 Evison and I love it. Been thinking about a 2023 Averir I have the essence i want the All wheel drive I don't like the push button drive I would prefer the knob. I will make a decision next year. But I love my 2020.

[@pnketia]

Needs to come with other interior colors such as white, slate, tan or red. All black interiors look cheap when compared to their Chinese counterpart interiors IMO.

[@MelissaKemptonRoy1313]

That’s a beautiful vehicle I currently own a Volvo XC 40 but I really love the design of the Envision and especially that color with the crome trim. I maybe test driving one soon just to check it out

[@magneto8002]

No brake hold button?

[@tinam1234]

Love it!

[@dankeller399]

I love it. Are fog lights an option?

[@VehicleVisionary]

Yes

[@HenryRoss-wu4lo]

❤ Buick whips 😊👍🏿!!!

[@mattpariseau7730]

no mirror indicators is crazy

[@khayford2]

I think it’s a nice SUV at this price range it should come with power folding mirror

[@VehicleVisionary]

Good point!

[@petercollingwood522]

The comment on HP is spot on. I often wonder if car reviewers are all 12 year old kids with their heads screwed on crooked under their ball caps. I've driven cars with less that 100 HP for years and only an immature person obsesses with HP the way people do on car reviews.

[@daleauramenko9347]

I purchased a new Envision last year with the ST package and I don't like it because it came with 20 inch low profile tires which are very rough riding in the city and also are very noisey on the highway. Also the bottom of the doors inside collect dust and slush because they are not built tight enough to keep debris out. Other Other than that Other

[@rdeh1678]

It's a very nice looking car and a amazing price😊

[@reaality3860]

I like it when I see American brand (Ford, GM, Dodge…) vehicles as a majority on the road, ...as long as I can keep driving my Toyota hybrid.

[@phungcanhngo]

So beautiful.

[@Ghanshyam00000]

Hi, Tom, I have watched a lot of reviews buick Envista Envision Avenir or any other cars I liked this review your accent is understandable I liked this buick envision avenir, especially in colour furthermore interior and exterior are really fantastic and the upscale seats are comfortable everything is a perfect lane keeping assist blind spot mirrors I do not doubt this car whatsoever I liked the most Buick logo shield thanks

[@VehicleVisionary]

You're welcome! Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@lorihopkins1900]

Love mine!

[@danschubring7957]

Very interested in the Envision Avenir. I’m holding off until I see if Buick does a midcycle refresh for ‘24.

[@davidw5731]

I own one, a loaded 2022 with pretty much every option. Look up Service Instrument Cluster issues. Then I had a Service Driver Assistance System warning notice that required me to pay $700 to fix (Buick asserts a rock or something hit just this tiny sensor, when entire front of car is pristine with no scratches). Don't open your car door in the rain, it makes the interior of the door get a white frosted look, something I have never seen on a car. Just this week, I found out why my interior mats got filthy after I drove the car during a December snowfall. The curved molding at the bottom of the doors collects dirt and mud while driving, which deposits in the cabin. I didn't realize that until I was standing away from the car while at the dealer (about my 6th time at the dealer in first 6 months). I have now seen others describe this problem also. The Buicks look better, but quality is just not there. I only wish I had known that.

[@DK-pr9ny]

They did a slight refresh on the 23

[@cujoe31]

It's almost like my Cadillac xt4. Interior and features almost identical

[@joetravieso3165]

some experts say if you drove the traverse then you drove the enclave,i think these are youg evaluators that dont evaluate quiet and suspension but rather the space and turn radius etc. these vehicles are not the same,the Buick is made for quiet and comfort that the chevy doesnt have at same level IMHO..

[@blakethomas8897]

I like it in general but wow I couldn't spend $46,500+ on a Buick. No way. I'd rather take that amount and purchase a loaded Honda CR-V. More room and very reliable. I realize that Honda is not considered luxury but Buick is a overlooked brand so is it luxury? What I've seen it just looks very nice but nothing special. Any vehicle close to $50,000+ needs to start outshining the competition. Plus the dealership is in the next town over for me so any type of service will need to be planned in advanced. Nice job on the video. Your picture quality is great 👍

[@bepowerful2160]

The only Buick is closing their service center in my town, about 100k population.

[@janedevoldre6613]

Three seats in back seat?

[@VehicleVisionary]

Yes

[@chetkleinot8526]

You didn’t mention anything about a quiet ride. I guess that is not a strong feature then?

[@bobbycross2739]

It's a very quiet ride, actually.

[@joetravieso3165]

seems alot of the raters are young and dont appreciate a quiet serene ride,they look mors at handling,speed,sound system and less plastic,to them everything is checked against a mercedez.

[@sherrykent2948]

You never mention cooled seats, my 2016 Envision has these but the rear A/C had a stuck flapper door one month after warranty expired, $2000 to tear the entire dash out to fix a $100.00 part, nope, I will pass on this car! Otherwise it was great! By the way, over 3000 complaints about rear A/C and dealer unable to fix properly, this should be a recall or tech bulletin item!!!!!

[@ellamcentire5174]

What’s the price range

[@outsidesquirrel4695]

I Have a rental car and I love it 32,500 for it 2021

[@Connie27790]

Love it, it is beautiful. 22:07

[@lucyflorey9152]

But how long do they last before something goes out, like the engine or transmission?

[@Afy62]

In China it costs no more than 30k USD(210k CNY)...

[@Texas_Made_]

0:33 LMFAOOO facts😂😂😂😂

[@RealKevGotEm]

Is this reliable? It’s a beautiful car.😊

[@kaox44]

I just rented one of these for a week, it was very nice...but that transmission really suck. The transmission locked up and wouldn't shift and the car stalled on the road. There's nothing you can do except to turn the car off and restart...which may or may not fix the problem. This is very dangerous because other drivers might hit you thinking you are moving when that's not the case. For a 2023 car...this shouldn't be an issue.

[@craigmiller428]

That’s the gas saving feature, turns off when you stop and comes back on when you go😂 there’s a button to turn it off, it’s right there by the parking buttons

[@mistab-nice4933]

Gear shift preferred

[@richardlowe2681]

Live in the Rockwall, Texas area (suburb of Dallas) and purchased my 2022 Avenir in May of last year. Came without heated and ventelated front/rear seats, at the time and was promised by the "Liar-in-charge"(aka salesman) the chips would be available in the fall, NOT! Did you guys have the same situation, back then and what is the status for owners who haven't had this situation rectified by now? The window sticker stated the retrofit should occur in the fall, but didn't specfiy WHAT YEAR!

[@derekgaliee4351]

Blame The Swamp Professional politicians that been in Washington DC for 50 +++ years Them The CEO'S of The car companies & UAW Goons & board of Directors why everything is made in China

[@beverlywoods7095]

I leased my Envision Avenir in the spring of 2022. I received my seat chips in January of 2023, just in time for my cold, Canadian winter. I’d never had cooling seats so I did not miss them that first summer and I didn’t use them in the summer of 2023.

[@elcabopr]

Is Buick still claiming that lumbar support is unavailable? Pretty dumb thing to remove from a vehicle.

[@lilred1107]

They are, unfortunately, which is why I'd say wait for the '24 update.

[@jessietaber2179]

I dont like push button shifter

[@johanolij5686]

Why aren’t they sold in Europe as one of the willing Cars?

[@Jerry-gi2lj]

Can you get it without the turbo charger?

[@VehicleVisionary]

No

[@trishdunning]

There are 6 different models of the Envision. I believe the LS, Preferred, and the Premier One are available with the 2.5 L4 engine.

[@bobbycross2739]

Ours has the mirror indicators that show someone in your blind spot. Is that what you're referring to?

[@stevencorbo1220]

Got this is a rental car with a sport model disappointment is it didn't have blind spot detection. It didn't have rctw which shows you cars are coming in your direction when you backing up. Didn't like the push-button transmission. It's all deeply ashame because the pearl white with a black rims in the sport model looks amazing and the speed pickup in the car is great. I didn't like the software update where I can't drive the car, if I don't have my seatbelt on. It didn't have active cruise control which allows you to maintain a distance from the car in front of you as it slows the the car down and speeds it up based on the speed of the car in front of you where my 25000 to $30,000 2015 Hyundai sonata limited had this. Nobody wants to move to a car that has less features than the one that had before and pay more for it. It's a shame because like I said the car I had was beautiful but it didn't happen fees features that my 2015 had. I say I really hate the push-button transmission

[@Texas_Made_]

I must be either picky or petty because if i hate even 1 minor cosmetic thing on a car, its a wrap💀🤦‍♀️

[@marktevault57]

Why GM is going EV all the way is an economic disaster. Dump the government's control of automobiles and make products that the American public wants

[@joetravieso3165]

they want to force ev on everyone,what makes more sense is to have hybrids where the vehicle does both and not one or the other,they are putting thousands out of work if they attack fuel,and feeding China,swho supplies all batteries for e.vs.

[@Suzann65]

If you like it get it, it is 90% made in china 10% canada

[@mag318]

I was actually thinking about one of these until I found out it is made in China. Talk about paying Chinese workers instead of UAW people protects their bottom line.

[@JTKels]

Underrated due to GM’s, lack of reliability in their vehicles for the past 40 years

[@kidsrcworld2985]

lost me at tirbo :/

[@bimmerlife5452]

its nicer looking Blazer

[@travlcub]

Is this vehicle still made in China?

[@jamesfaragoza5782]

One clogged $22 pcv valve and your engine will go

[@Johnson-fd4bt]

The unsymmetrical interior does not look good in my eyes

[@Chiroman527]

The Most Underrated Luxury Compact SUV? At $46K for FWD , perhaps Not. The New 2023 Honda CRV, Hyundai Tuscon, Kia Sportage, even a Fully Loaded KIA Sorrento (For the Money... that may be the Best Value out there), and of course Toyota RAV 4 Hybrids and even the Venza Hybrid. . The KIA stolen car rate is very High and that gives me hesitation.

[@371francis]

It comes down to reliability and depreciation. GM has turned out an incredible amount of junk in the past 40+ years. Add to that the cost of being taken every time you pull into a GM garage. Overpriced parts and labor and they give no mercy. Will this SUV be worth almost nothing in 3-5 years and have pile of problems...chances are yes to both.

[@brucemartin2882]

GM can't make a transmission that last 150k..

[@terryroseberry9034]

Incorrect, I have had 2 , 2013 went 130,000 miles, no problems, 2015 , 185,000 no issues

[@33sosa85]

other than the interior it is such a blatant copy of the cx-50s and the cx-5s. so blatant im surprised they are not sued

[@newtonlee7849]

Isn't this just a tall, stubby car/sedan; clothed looking like a utility vehicle? How will it behave off road,? I suppose Buick makes what the general public demands.. This certainly is nothing revolutionary; just following the current market interest in this type of vehicle.