Used 2019 Buick Envision for sale 

Power is generated from a 2.0L Inline 4 Cylinder engine and 2 Powerful Electric Motors which powers both front and rear wheels and hence making the Envision a power packed vehicle. For its transmission system, there is a single speed reduction gear in place. While the PHEV continues to come with Regenerative Braking, the transmission works pretty well. Primary rivals to the Buick Envision are the Volvo XC60 T5, Acura RDX and the Lincoln MKC.

The Envision crossover offers seating for five individuals. It has been made available in five trim levels, starting with the 1SV trim which is available at an MSRP of $31,995. It is available only in front-wheel drive and comes powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The engine is paired with a six-speed automatic. Meanwhile, the Preferred and Essence trims get all-wheel drive configuration as option. The 2.0-liter engine powers Premium and Premium II trims. Also, they are available with all-wheel drive as standard. The engine comes mated to a nine-speed automatic in the high end versions.

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We would go for the optional 2.0-liter turbocharged engine powered trims like Premium and Premium II. These trims unlike the others offer a very smooth ride with no lag in acceleration.

Under the hood, the 2019 Envision is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that puts out 197 horsepower. The engine is in synergy with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The offering had extended to an optional 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that is now tuned to generate 252 hp and a peak torque of 295 lb-ft. It is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. In comparison to the rivals, the Envision looks a bit underpowered. Let's go through more detail regarding the engine specifications of these machines.

The Acura RDX SUV is the most powerful of the lot with a delivery of 272 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque. With a 10 speed automatic transmission, the Acura is way beyond its rivals. The Envision ranks last in terms of power and torque production, we do hope that it performs better in other segments.

Acceleration

The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine of the Buick produces enough power on the highways. However, the base engine feels sluggish and uninspiring. The 0 to 60 mph sprint takes 7.0 seconds, which is quite slower than the rest of the rivals. The Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum is the fastest, clocking the sprint in 4.9 seconds.

Even in spite of having the biggest engine in class the buke inversion fails to deliver in terms of acceleration and speed. Taking up as much as 7 seconds to reach the 60 miles per hour mark puts the Buick Envision in third place, behind Volvo XC 60 and Acura RDX.

Braking and Handling

The SUV offers a good cushioning on uneven pavements with its suspension and dampers in place. The steering is light and responsive to make maneuvering easy in tight spots. The fitted powertrain isn't sporty as such. The brakes take around 127 feet to bring the vehicle to a standstill from 60 mph. Meanwhile, the lesser priced Acura RDX offers better braking and performance.

In terms of rotor size the Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum has the largest rotors to offer, equipped with 13.6 inch rotor for the front set of wheels and a 12.6 inch rotors for the rear wheels. The Buick Envision comes with average sized rotors, it does take 127 get to come to a standstill, a decent performance indeed.

Towing Capacity

The towing capacity of the 2019 Buick Envision is at par with the rivals, this class hauls not more than 1,500 pounds. If you are looking at towing more than 1500 pounds, then the Buick Envision isn't what you are looking for. In fact none of the vehicles in consideration are ideal for towing more than 1500 pounds. You could go in to consider the BMW X1 in that case, however we will not get into those details as of now. We will centre this read around the small SUV from Buick.

With the base engine, the 2019 Envision SUV returns 22 mpg in city and 29 mpg on the highway, coincidentally most of the rivals deliver equally. These figures are pretty decent as per the segment standards, although, there's nothing special about it as the majority of competitors offer similar fuel economy. On the other hand, the Premium and Premium II trims that come powered with turbocharged engines that return 20 mpg in city and 22 mpg on the highway, not that bad for a turbocharged engine.

The Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum offers the best range in class, a staggering 414 miles for city rides and as much as 545 miles on the highway. Their stupendous offering is followed by the Buick Envisions with a range of 381 miles for city rides and 502 miles on the highways.

Inside, the Envision offers a peculiar theme with organic shapes all over the dashboard and its interiors. Buttons and switches are integrated by function. Trims that are equipped with active safety tech and parking sensors have their controls fixed close to the exquisite 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment panel.

Moreover, Buick has been using plastic fake wood panels that disappoints, but it is a budget car after all. There is no shortage of legroom for the front row, and there is enough thigh support to keep you comfortable on a long trip. The rear seats slide as per the need of the passenger.

with an ability to accommodate 5 individuals each, all the competitors are at par with each other in this aspect. Since we couldn't decide on the best competitor in terms of interiors, we will have to check the aspect of passenger space provided. The Buick Envision seems to deliver the best in class room for the front and rear seats. Further, the Buick Envision has an entire package of features to offer. The list of which is given below:

• Buick Infotainment System with 8" diagonal color touch-screen
• Audio system feature, 6-speaker system
• USB ports
• SiriusXM Radio trial
• Active Noise Cancellation
• Seats, front bucket (STD)
• 60/40 split-folding sliding and reclining rear seat
• Heated driver and front passenger seats
• One-touch flat-folding rear seat
• 8-way power driver and front passenger seats
• Seat adjuster, front passenger 8-way power with power lumbar
• Cup holders, 2 in front console, 2 in rear armrest
• Power outlets, 4 auxiliary with covers, 12-volt includes 1 front, 1 inside console, 1 rear seat and 1 rear cargo area
• Map pocket, driver seat back
• Map pocket, front passenger seatback
• Charging-only USB ports
• Retained accessory power power windows, audio system and moonroof remain operational after ignition is switched off for 10 minutes or until a door is opened
• Floor mats, carpeted front
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Steering-wheel mounted controls
• Windows, power with driver Express-Up and Down
• Power windows
• Windows, power, rear with Express-Down
• Universal Home Remote
• Cruise control
• 4.2" diagonal color Driver Information Center
• Head restraints, 4-way adjustable, front, up/down, fore/aft
• Head restraints, rear, outboard seats, adjustable (up/down)
• Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection
• Keyless Open and Start
• Keyless Start, push button
• Remote Start
• Remote panic alarm
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Air vents, rear console
• Theft-deterrent unauthorized entry system
• Defogger, rear-window electric
• Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror
• QuietTuning
• Sunglass storage, overhead
• Lighting, interior ambient located on instrument panel and front door trim
• Shift knob, leather-wrapped

Infotainment

The 2019 Buick Envision comes with a plethora of high tech features and the famed IntelliLink infotainment system, which is very responsive.

The on-screen menus are navigable and intuitive. There is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto that helps you link your phone's app directly on the touchscreen. Standard infotainment feature includes the following:

• Wi-Fihot spot
• 8-inch touchscreen
• Two USB ports
• Bluetooth
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Cargo Space

The 2019 Buick Envision offers 26.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second-row seats, and 57.3 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. The rivals offer better cargo capacity in comparison to the Envision. The low cargo floor also makes easy loading and unloading of items. A hands-free power liftgate is offered as standard.

The best in class offering of cargo space is by Acura RDX, it was as much as 31.1 cubic feet as its cargo room. The Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum follows in second place with the offering of 28.7 cubic feet and in third place is the Buick Envision with an offering of 26.9 cubic feet. The Lincoln mkc finds itself in the last place with 25.2 cubic feet to offer.

The Envision's 184-inch length falls short for a compact crossover SUV, but its 108-inch wheelbase is better than what the rivals have to offer. Those dimensions make the Envision look low. The update for the year 2019 include a new HID and LED headlight designs and revised grille detailing ensure its bold outlook.

The all new Buick Envision comes with a waterfall grille along with swoopy lines in the front that gives it an understated elegance making it look sporty and well proportioned. At 74.4 inches in width, the Envision seems to appear narrow in comparison to some of its rivals.

Measuring 112.8 inches, the Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum has the best wheelbase in class. it also grabs the first place for the best ground clearance. On the other hand the 2019 Buick Envision takes the first place for being the lengthiest and highest car in this segment.

Exterior Feature

Apart from the exterior dimensions and their advantages of disadvantages, the 2019 Buick Envision has some serious exterior features to offer. A detailed list of the same is given below:

• 18" 10-spoke painted aluminum wheels
• Tires, P225/60R18 all-season blackwall
• Wheel, 17" (43.2 cm) steel spare
• Tire, spare T145/70R17 SL blackwall
• Heated power outside mirrors
• Automatic delay headlamps
• Headlamps, projector beam, high intensity discharge (HID)
• Automatic on/off headlamps
• Fog lamps
• LED taillamps
• Glass, acoustic, laminated windshield
• Glass, deep-tinted
• Glass, laminated front doors
• Wiper, rear intermittent
• License plate front mounting package
• Door handles, body-color with chrome strip
• Hands-Free Power Liftgate

Both the safety authorities have tested the 2019 Buick Envision and it has performed well in the crash test. The NHTSA awarded Envision a five star rating overall and a four star for rollover and frontal crash protection. Also, the IIHS rewarded it as the Top Safety Pick. In terms of reliability, the Buick Envision comes with a 4 -year / 50,000-mile warranty and a 6 -year/ 70,000-mile powertrain warranty. The safety features that are available with the car are:

• StabiliTrak, electronic stability control system with traction control
• LED Daytime Running Lamps
• 10 airbags
• Airbag, Passenger Sensing System sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector
• OnStar & Buick Connected Services capable
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capable
• Buick Connected Access capable
• Rear Vision Camera
• Rear Park Assist
• Seat belts, 3-point, driver and front passenger height-adjustable, includes pretensioners and load limiters
• Teen Driver
• Door locks, child security, rear, electrical
• LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren) for child safety seats in all rear seating positions
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Tire Fill Alert
• Horn, dual-note

Buick Envision vs. Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 portrays a Swedish attire inside-out. But there's so much more to the XC60 than just design. The 2019 Volvo is also packed with technology and Volvo's legendary safety features. It also gets expensive than the Buick in higher trim levels.

Buick Envision Vs Acura RDX

The Acura RDX is one of the best selling SUVs in the segment. It offers more cargo capacity and more cabin volume than its Buick rival. It is also more athletic in Performance and offers better rides and handling.

The RDX also offers better ground clearance than the Buick and is an outstanding off-roader. It is however $1,600 costlier than the Buick Envision but it makes those extra bucks worth every penny.

Buick Envision vs. Lincoln MKC

In terms of style, the Lincoln MKC certainly looks similar to an entry-level luxury crossover. And on the comfort part, the MKC offers complete joy while driving. But it lags behind the rival in its driver assistance package and engine performance. Still, for life in a suburban culture, the MKC is worth a shot.

The 2019 Buick Envision is a worthy SUV and can be considered for a long run. The SUV offers a plethora of luxury features. However, this carmaker has used simple plastics all around which brings in a bit of disappointment. On the pricing front, the Envision is priced similar to its rivals, the Lincoln MKC and the Acura RDX. The premium trims are as expensive as the Audi Q5 and the BMW X3. It's quiet interiors and features make it an irresistible choice.