Used 2017 Buick Cascada for sale 

The 2017 Buick Cascada comes in three trims, named 1SV, Premium, and Sport Touring. The base (1SV) trim features a standard 1.6L Turbo 4-Cylinder engine, Premium Xenon headlights, 20" diamond graphic twin-spoke wheels, HID headlamps, 8-way power, and heated front seats on the board. The other highlights of the 1SV trim include heated mirrors, dual-zone automatic climate control, 50/50-split folding rear seats, a heated tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, leather upholstery, and a premium 7" Buick Infotainment system.

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It is better to opt for the upper "Premium" trim that includes all the features of base trim along with an updated touchscreen screen navigation system, rain-sensing wipers, and front/rear air deflectors on the board along with additional safety features including Forward collision warning system, Lane departure warning system, and advanced front and rear park assist system. All these features help enhance the model, thereby making the Premium trim the most engaging one out of the lot.

The 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible is boosted with an average 1.6L 4-cylinder engine, which produces acceptable power and torque counts in the segment. The 1.6L Turbo engine generates power of 200 hp, which is decent considering the segment. This engine makes 207 pound-feet of torque, which is extremely good.

All other cars except the BMW 230i Convertible have lower power than the Buick Cascada. The 230i makes 248 hp with 258 lb.-ft of torque. The VW Convertible offers the lowest power and torque figures of 174 hp and 178 lb.-ft respectively. However, the Buick Cascada has the smallest engine in the competition.

Acceleration:

The 2017 Buick Cascada's 1.6L engine features below-average acceleration due to the low power and a high curb weight of the convertible. The two-door convertible boosts from 0 to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds, which is below average in the mid-range convertible category. 

The 2017 Buick Cascada convertible takes 16.5 seconds in measuring a quarter-mile of distance, which isn't exciting at all. Competitors like Audi A3 Cabriolet, BMW 230i Convertible, and Volkswagen Beetle convertible have better acceleration counts to offer than the 2017 Cascada. At last, Buick Cascada stands unimpressive in the segment, when compared with the competitors.

Ride and Handling

The 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible is boosted with a decent engine, though the acceleration is just acceptable. The car has enough to offer for the daily rides but lacks thrust. The 6-speed Automatic transmission is smooth and fast. The adjustable front seats are spacious enough and offer a decent level of comfort throughout the journey.

The suspension works fine on rugged roads, though the car isn't immune from the exteriors and engine noises. The handling is confident, and the steering wheel features a decent grip. The premium interiors and infotainment system add more stars to the riding experience. Overall, Buick Cascada offers an above-average riding and handling experience for the convertible segment.

Braking

The 2017 Buick Cascada features large braking pads of 12.6 and 11.5 inches at the front and rear, respectively. The braking system in the convertible cannot be termed as powerful as the car slides 124 feet while decelerating from 60 mph to a standstill. The Anti-lock Disc braking system performs average in the 2017 Buick Cascada due to its massive curb weight of 3,979 lbs.

Interestingly, all the rivals are lighter than the Cascada. On the other hand, competitors are equipped with more updated braking systems. Rivals like Audi A3 Cabriolet Premium, BMW 230i convertible, and Volkswagen Beetle convertible (Dune) performed well in the braking test as they slid 109, 106, and 118 inches, respectively, during the deceleration test. At last, Buick Cascada underperformed in the segment.

The mid-range convertibles are known for their fuel economies. Though the 2017 Buick Cascada doesn't have best-in-class fuel efficiency, it still offers a decent fuel economy considering its engine and curb weight. The car offers a fuel economy of 20 and 27 mpg on city roads and highways, respectively, which is acceptable in the segment.

The combined fuel economy for the 2017 Buick Cascada stands at 23 mpg while rivals like Audi A3 Cabriolet Premium, BMW 230i convertible, and Volkswagen Beetle convertible feature better fuel economies of 28, 27, and 27 mpg respectively. THE popular BMW 230i convertible impressed us in the segment, as it offers impressive fuel-efficiency instead of a powerful 2.0L engine. At last, Buick Cascada has a decent fuel economy but the rivals are offering something better.

The interiors in the 2017 Buick Cascada are premium and well crafted; the dark leather upholstery with a decent quality of plastics enhances the interiors of the two-door convertible. Overall, the interior gives off a very posh, vibe which is attractive. The 2017 Buick Cascada has a passenger capacity of four, which is standard for a mid-range convertible. 

The perforated and heated front seats are spacious and adjustable in the convertible. The interiors feature dual-zone climate control, foldable rear seats, and a heated tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel. The interiors may be built well, but there are a ton of buttons on the center console, which look very cluttered and bring down the overall appeal of the interior in a generation when every manufacturer is aiming for minimalistic buttons. 

From the data provided, it is evident that the BMW 230i Convertible is the most spacious model in this segment. The Volkswagen Beetle comes second, whereas the Buick Cascada falls somewhere in the middle with regards to its interior space. However, the 2017 Audi A3 Cabriolet disappoints with its cramped interior space. The main interior features of the 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible include:

• Cruise Control
• Leather Steering Wheel
• Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
• Front And Rear Cupholders
• Dual Zone Front Climate Control
• Heated Steering Wheel

Infotainment

For all the infotainment needs, the 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible provides an advanced Buick Infotainment System with a 7"-diagonal color touch display with decent visibility and color reproduction. However, the system feels really like the last generation, and the graphics are not so great either. The system is not so intuitive and proves to be quite disappointing. 

The main highlights include OnStar automatic assistance and an advanced navigation system. The sound system produces impressive sound output for the convertible. The connectivity features include Bluetooth, Auxiliary input jack, and USB. Unfortunately, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration are absent in the 2017 Buick Cascada. The main infotainment features of the 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible include:

• AM/FM Stereo
• Speed-Sensitive Volume Control
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• USB Connection
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• Wi-Fi HotSpot

Cargo capacity

2017 Buick Cascada definitely impressed us in this segment. The convertible has enough boot capacity to handle all your cargo needs. The boot in the convertible has a cargo capacity of 9.8 cubic feet. The foldable rear seats are convenient and easy to fold. The cargo capacity increases by more than 2 times by folding the rear seats.

On the other hand, the competitors like Audi A3 Cabriolet, BMW 230i convertible, and Volkswagen Beetle convertible have cargo capacities of 7.1, 11.8, and 7.1 ft. cube, respectively. BMW 230i convertible offers the best in class cargo volume among the convertibles. Though Buick Cascada isn't equipped with best in class cargo capacity, it has a convenient and reasonable boot.

The 2017 Buick Cascada features a sporty convertible look along with premium 20" diamond graphic twin-spoke wheels. The exteriors are boosted with sporty styling, and the triple top fabric roof adds more stars to the exteriors.

The daytime running LED headlights enhance the aggressive cum sporty look of the two-door convertible. The dimensions of the Buick Cascada measures 184.9, 72.4, and 56.8 for length, width, and height, respectively.

The 2017 Buick Cascada features decent enough ground clearance of 5.7 inches, while the competitors like the Audi A3 Cabriolet, BMW M230i convertible, and Volkswagen Beetle convertible feature ground clearances of 6.4, 5.5, and 5.9 inches, respectively. Some of the main exterior features of the 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible include:

• Front License Plate Bracket
• 20" Diamond Graphic Twin-Spoke Wheels W/Bi-Color Finish
• Chrome Grilles
• Metal Fenders
• LED Headlights
• LED Tail Lights

The 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible has come out with flying colors from both the NHTSA and the IIHS ratings. The IIHS has given it an overall “good” rating, whereas the NHTSA has given it an overall 4-star rating. The 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible is equipped with advanced safety features, including StabiliTrak stability control system, Anti-lock disk brakes, and Tire Pressure Monitoring System on the board. The upper "Premium" trim offers additional safety features, including forward collision warning system, lane departure warning system, and front and rear parking assist system. Some of the most essential safety features of the 2017 Buick Cascada Convertible include:

• StabiliTrak Stability Control System
• Rear Park Assist
• Rear Vision Camera
• Trunk emergency release handle
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Engine Immobilizer 

Buick Cascada Convertible vs Audi A3 Cabriolet Premium

Buick Cascada is boosted with a powerful engine with a higher power count, but lacks in acceleration due to its high curb weight when compared with Audi A3 Cabriolet Premium.

The 2017 Buick Cascada excels in segments like cargo capacity, exteriors, and front passenger volume. On the other hand, Audi A3 Cabriolet outshines the Buick Cascada in segments like braking, fuel economy, infotainment system, and ground clearance.

Buick Cascada Convertible vs BMW 230i convertible

BMW 230i is one of the most powerful cum popular convertibles in the segment. The 230i is equipped with a best-in-class 2.0L TwinPower Turbo engine with higher torque and power counts when compared with Buick Cascada 2017.

BMW 230i convertible excels in segments like acceleration, boot capacity, infotainment, braking, and fuel-efficiency. On the other hand, the 2017 Buick Cascada outshines 230i convertible in segments like ground clearance and exteriors.

Buick Cascada Convertible vs Volkswagen Beetle convertible (Dune)

The 2017 Buick Cascada features a more powerful engine than the Volkswagen Beetle convertible (Dune) while the Volkswagen Beetle convertible excels in segments like braking, ground clearance, and fuel economy.

The 2017 Buick Cascada outshines the Volkswagen Beetle convertible in features like cargo capacity, interiors, infotainment system, and safety features.

The 2017 Buick Cascada is a decent mid-range convertible available in the market. The two-door convertible is boosted with a decent engine, though the acceleration counts are just acceptable. The main highlights of the convertible include sporty exteriors, decent cargo volume, convenient three-layer roof, and sturdy build quality. The convertible lacks in areas like acceleration, braking, and fuel-efficiency. The German convertibles like the popular BMW 230i are offering better specifications at a bit higher prices, but the American Buick Cascada has its distinct design language and popularity in the mid-range convertible segment.