All-New 2024 Buick Envista review // A lot to like for the price!!
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- This is a Motormouth couple car review of the all-new 2024 Buick Envista subcompact crossover SUV.
The Buick Envista has a 1.2L turbocharged 3-cylinder with a 6-speed automatic transmission, 136 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. This is a FWD crossover which shares the same platform with the Chevrolet Trax. Some may be concerned there is no AWD option but a good set up winter tires may do the trick for many.
Buick is hoping this Envista will attract migrating sedan owners, young professionals and small families to the Buick portfolio. Compared to the previous 1.2L turbo engine, this engine is lighter and uses fewer parts which reduces the overall weight of the vehicle making it quite nimble to drive. A Watts link suspension system is standard on Avenir trims and available on Sport Touring.
Standard driver assist technology with the Buick Envista includes, automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert and adaptive cruise control.
In the US, some of these features like blind sport monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert are not standard but available on all trims.
The Buick Envista is the first vehicle to get Buick’s new design language first seen on the Wildcat EV concept. It offers the utility of an SUV but with sporty and sleek proportions you see in a sedan. It has a low, wide stance, a flowing roofline, a sportback design and a low mounted grille. The Envista comes standard with LED headlamps, 17” wheels, available 18” and 19” wheels.
This Buick Envista offers a modern interior design with plenty of technology including a 19” diagonal screen with the latest Buick infotainment system. There’s also Buick’s signature QuietTuning system which helps prevent unwanted road noise.
The Buick Envista Preferred starts at $28,999 CAD /$23,495 USD, Sport Touring $30,299 CAD/$25,195 USD and Avenir $33,899 CAD/$29,695 USD.
Fuel economy is just okay at 8.4L/100 km, 28 MPG city and 7.3L/100 km, 32 MPG highway.
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I can appreciate that a car company at least recognizes that vehicles are becoming unaffordable for so many.
exactly, 100% agreed
Right on.
Why is everyone so concerned with the small engine??? It’s not a race car. It’s a commuter car. I have BMW x2 and the maintenance is ridiculous so I’m buy the Envista Preferred instead. I commute to work and run errands and trips. I think it’s sexy and affordable!
Thank you for that!!!😊
We have the 24 Envista Preferred and love it so far. Drove it 300 miles from the dealership with no issues. It’s been a week and still running smoothly. Hoping this will stay a reliable vehicle.
'Have to admit, that's kind of funny: Only "300 miles with no issues," and "still running smoothly" - after one week? That's setting the bar pretty darned low. But it's a good start.
How has it held up and are you still loving it?
Lol, really your shocked no issues after a week. My gosh I would hope you have no issues for years
My 24-year-old daughter bought the cousin to this, a 2024 Trax. Initially I was impressed with the looks, drivability, and power. It was not even a month before it had its first tow because it would not shift into drive. I know things can happen with new gen vehicles, but come on, that just shouldn’t happen. BTW, the dealer said there was nothing wrong with the transmission. A fluke thing I guess, but not a good start for my kid’s first brand new car.
Suspect both are South Korea-made (Buick being built at the former Daewoo factory).
A 24 Trax in the middle of 23?
Hmmm...good ole GM quality.
@@PS-js9oh - I remember that someone made a survey about those 4 things on that Chevy ad and the answers were FOOTBALL, HAMBURGERS, CHERRY PIE and DODGE.
@@petercollingwood522 - a Car model can be called one year in advance as long as it debuts on January 1st or after. Mitsubishi tried to sell the 1994 Eclipse on December 1992 and was stopped by the US Goverment.
We bought one a few weeks ago. Never thought I would be attracted to a Buick but it is good looking and drives great. Love the big screen and the engine is plenty for it's intended use as a daily driver.
These prices are incredible! I would consider this as a NYC resident. Perfect to get around the city and weekend getaways.
Totally not my vehicle, but I am impressed. Other manufacturers should take note that "affordable" can still look good and be livable...and have simple controls.
Yeah I won’t be getting one but I’m very glad it exists. We could use more reasonably priced cars that don’t feel like toys a la the Nissan Versa.
Great review! What a beautiful, sleek crossover. I am impressed by the feature-rich content and pricing. The engine is a marvel of technology, and will prove to be very fuel efficient and durable. Buick has a homerun on its hands with this one! 🇺🇸😁
I drive a 14 year old Buick Lucerne. Super quiet and rides great. Also has “luxury” feel without the higher cost of the true luxury vehicles. Love the brand. Not a fan of 3 cylinder engines but this does look like a nice entry level vehicle.
My 09 lucerne was my favorite car. I regret selling it.
These Korean-built cars obviously have *zero* in common (except the name, Buick) with your old Lucerne.
I drive a 20 year old Buick LeSabre. I get exactly what you are saying.
My grandma's 2016 LaCrosse is hard to beat. 303 HP, 22 MPG, super comfy, quiet, etc.
Seeing this on the highway in Michigan I thought it was an import like jaguar or Range Rover couldn't believe it was so cheap! Looks nicer in person.
Hi guys! Just looked into these units from GM. Attractive...and not too expensive...front drive only (what ever) as most people don't remember when ONLY FWD was available...and we were fine, even in snowy Quebec!!! So, a good set of winter tires, traction control (included) and up and away you go...with a nice looking car/CUV! Great story again from GM/Buick/Chevrolet...it will do what it needs to do! Thanks for the review as always 🙂 Remi (Quebec, Canada)
Im from Quebec (laval)! Im really considering this 😊
People have very short memories. The perception that AWD is better/safer is a hoax. Quite frankly, the skill/experience of the driver is much more important. The idiots that complain about lack of power, no AWD option, and uncertain reliability are the same folks that use cell phones while driving.
I live in Michigan and I've never had all wheel drive... I just bought a 25 Envista... I'm curious to see what it does in the snow... But front wheel drive has got me along just fine for the last 40 years
I used to hate Buicks and said I would never buy one, but I have warmed up to them. I said the same thing about American cars, but now I own one.
Excellent review as always. I’m interested in this one!
Thanks Andrea and Zach…great review! Love the styling and the price! Longevity does not matter to me…I lease and only keep a car under the warranty period. All the reviews seem to say that the engine is surprisingly good for what it is. It’s definitely worth a test drive! Plus I could save a couple hundred dollars per month for a few years…and that’s what makes this Envista interesting!
I think the challenge with these small turbo 3 and 4 cyl engines is not getting very good gas mileage (depending on how you drive, of course). With the size of these vehicles, you often have to push the engine to get speed and thus you use a lot more gas. I'm always a bit wary of long term reliability/quality of turbo engines.
That's my major concern, too. The 1.2-liter I-3 turbo engine is going to get stressed a *LOT* and that could cut down on the durability of that engine, unless there is strict adherence to a maintenance schedule.
I am starting to like the new Buick Envista indeed, but the little 1.2 Liter 3 cylinder engine here concerns me somewhat! Are you familiar with what LSPI, Low Speed Pre-Ignition, entails?
Your concerns are valid. Between a strained engine and GM Korea's long-term reliability track record not being all that great.
My thing is the durability of the engine because that thing will always be working hard and that affects the life of the engine and the durability of the turbo
@@mrmajik03 Not to mention LSPI, Low Speed Pre-Ignition that can show itself in GDI/Turbocharged engines such as rhe Envista's 1.2 Liter 3 cylinder GDI/Turbocharged engine!
it make sence considering the price point and the options you get for the money. NICE VIDEO !!!!
Nice looking car........I would like it a lot better if it had a 2.5 liter Mazda engine.......Would trust it far more.....Paul
Torque gets you going from a stop. Horsepower is what keeps you going. Turbos are great for that low rpm take off torque. Love you guys!
Turbos actually aren't good for low RPM power right off the line, and the Envista is no exception. Floor it and it launches slow, BUT the midrange power is very strong. Its midrange where turbos actually do best, as it takes a second to spool but once it does they can put huge amounts of boost in and then taper it off at high RPM so that they can use cheaper internals (no need for forged components, just keep redline low and taper off the boost). 99% of the time you're in the midrange, so it makes regular maneuvers feel effortless. The other thing they like to do to make it feel faster than it is are progressive electronic gas pedals. You'll find that 0-50% depressed makes a huge difference, then 50-75% less difference, and 75%-100% almost no difference. By making the throttle progressive, it makes people think the car is faster than it is.
@@BoopSnoot Yes, I remember driving a Cadillac SRX with a small turbo 4 cylinder engine and it was just a horrible driving experience. It would feel good for about two seconds in each gear, after which the power would just go kaput at around 4,000 rpms. There was almost no power above 4,500-5,000 rpms.
@@marct9587 What year did the SRX have a four cylinder?
@@BoopSnoot Now that I think about it, it was a CTS with the 2.0L engine that I drove as a loaner vehicle. That engine is supposed to have around 270 hp, but it just didn't feel like it. And it would run out of steam at about 4,000 rpm.
Love the flat floor in the rear seats.
Im not a GM guy at all, but i must say i really like the look of this. I really like the interior styling too!
I was a bit surprised when you said it has a 1.2L 3 cylinder.
Get some modern snow tires for the winter and it will be fine. We have been successfully getting around in the winter with FWD cars for decades.
I agree. We have had FWD subcompacts with the best winter tires in Wpg. No issues. Cars with awd cost $2k more, get poorer gas mileage and more parts to fail.
I'll have to disagree with that, in the winter time here where I live the snow and ice is not fun, I definitely want AWD. First, when your on ice or in snow going from a stop with AWD is so much better. Second, once that front tire starts to spin on FWD cars it will just dig down in the snow and then your stuck. Third, these cars are lower to the ground and it doesn't take much to start dragging the snow with bottom of your car, which will make things even worse with FWD. Fourth, you don't have to go buy snow tires and then go through the hassle of putting them on for the winter and then removing them again for summer with AWD. If you live where it's nice or have very mild winters FWD is fine, but if you live in a state where the winters are harsh, than you definitely want AWD like I do. After having AWD I personally would never go back to FWD where I live.
I have driven FWD cars with snows on all four wheels for years in the snow belt of upstate New York with no problems. Very sure footed.
I would take FWD with snow tires over AWD with all seasons without question.
I live in Michigan and regularly drive in 8 in of snow or more... I've never owned all-wheel drive ever... And I've never had a problem driving with front wheel drive... It's done just fine for me for the last 40 years... All-wheel drive may be better from going from a dead stop in snow and ice but it doesn't stop you any quicker
As usual, very high-quality review....you guys produce the best car reviews on UA-cam, I am very impressed by Chevy/Buick for this quality vehicle, better than Corolla's, Civics and Elantra's and my advice for anyone looking for quality and the well-priced small vehicle must test drive this.
I'm not an SUV fan, but this one looks pretty damn good.
! im so glad you guys did it in this color! its the color and trim im most interested in seeing!
We all complained about space saver tires now we're happy to just to get one
Thanks for your review looking forward to test driving it
Love the question and response at the end!!! Keep it up please!!!
I can't wait for Zack and Andrea to do their next "Top 5 Sub Compact Cross Overs" list to see where this ranks. I'm a Seltos SX owner and wonder how the Avenir trim would compare to that. Seltos has more HP and torque, but the Envista is less expensive....?
I saw one yesterday in white color driving and parking in our plaza; I could not make out the brand or model, and car looked very cool!! I thought.. maybe Acura's new model!? went outside to see the badge... it looks soooo nice, sporty, sexy, fresh Design... you definitely need to see it "in person" to appreciate in 3D appearance, size etc...
The first thought I had when looking at this is how much this would improve with a hybrid system that added a bit more power at times, and increased the fuel economy by 5 mpg or so. In the same way that the Corolla Cross Hybrid is a step up from the base model, a 1500 or 2000 dollar upcharge to this would seem like a no-brainer.
I'm not a GM fan , but I love this SUV. The styling is beautiful and the price and value is right on !! I hope GM will build many more of these type products , good value and good price.. i wished it had a 4 but for people who live in around cities , it will be perfect. I hope people will consider this and Buick will have a great success with this thing.. so that GM will make , design more of these automobiles.
I’m currently leasing an expensive pick up truck and I desperately want this car. Small, efficient, clean lines and relatively luxurious at an incredible price. Buyers remorse has hit me hard once I started seeing these Envista videos show up on my UA-cam feed.
Edit: quick question for Motormouth: does the Avenir line have power front passenger seat?
No
@@dalelong4716 Thanks! Minor bummer. My wife will understand once she sees the lower monthly payment 😂😂
@@cloud1stclass372Not too efficient.
Yes
I work at a Buick GMC & Isuzu Trucks dealership. I’m 6’ 2” and I’m also impressed with the Buick Envista. Buick is testing their waters on the Envista to attract younger buyers. When I sat on the drivers seat of course I scoot the seat all the back and then I sat behind the driver seat. Like this guy says I still have leg room. Even though this is a 3 cylinder turbo with 137 horsepower and 162 foot pounds of torque with a 6 speed automatic transmission. Not a CVT. I’ve seen and sat on the Preferred package which is the basic package. Then the ST which is the Sport Touring package and then the Avenir which is the top of the line package. I like it. I’m impressed with Buick that they made the Envista. However let’s see what happens in the long run for reliability and more. Until then it looks very nice. I’m a lube technician since I know this.
Nice looking vehicle , enjoyed the review , sorry but I stopped buying from the big three back in 1985 when I had a bad experience with new Chev pickup .
My last ( but not first) bad experience with GM was when I owned an Oldsmobile Alero. Transmission FAILED; steering rack FAILED; power windows FAILED; Interior fit and finish FAILED. No more GM for me in this lifetime.
I had a 1962 Corvair.
The engine leaked oil and only lasted 160,000 miles.
This never happened with the Nash or Henry J I had.
1985 that's a long time ago, try test driving an Equinox and you will see chevrolets quality and you get more.
Try also the Buick Envista, it's affordable
It looks good for the $$$. Engine just looks tiny. 😏. My question to Buick would be…..is 3 cylinder designed for long term or short term ownership. ? Will it last ?
It will last.
It definitely won't last
My Japanese car has a 2.5 liter 4 cylinder engine. Lots of power for a 4 cylinder.@StuMarston
Buick is the most consistent reliable domestic brand, but given this is a new vehicle style it likely won't hit its best reliability rating until year 3. I bought a 10th gen civic new body style and it's reliable but definitely not perfect
Gosh you guys are awesome, can't believe I made it to the 5 minute mark on a Buick video... That's all I got though..
Until two years ago I had never had an AWD vehicle. Only used it once, but really didn’t need to. I definitely would have gotten rid of the AWD and bought the Envista only it is to low for someone with bad knees. Also want to mention that I really like that GM never hopped on the, what looked like an afterthought, iPad sticking out of the dash cheap look. I know it’s still two screens, but it looks more finished and elegant.
Good review! Really considering this for my dad who's 70yo and 5'11....how are the seats for older folks?
Great review & thanks for the hot topic! Think you’re spot on with the compelling competition; interestingly I think the Trax may be its hottest challenger loaded at $25k (US), versus $31k (US) for a loaded Avenir. My first car was a Buick & I’ve always rooted for the brand, but the decision to go with such small turbo engines, no matter how adequate, that can’t deliver stellar fuel economy for the tradeoff is a curious choice. Do hope it finds its niche!
Good looking vehicle but lack of features is very disappointing. Great video Andrea! 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️
That's so it is $24k to start
Maybe you all should start to review and test 3 year or older cars and see how they have stood up.💲💲💲😢🍁🍁🍁🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
The profile of this reminds me of the Honda Accord Crosstour which had AWD. I agree, lack of AWD could be a dealbreaker. Shame really, this looks like a nice vehicle.
This vehicle was never meant to be an AWD. It is purposely designed as only FWD....so making comparisons to AWD is useless. So far, Canadian winter testing has shown that the new Trax handles perfectly well on wintery roads... even without winter tires. AWD is not needed.
@@cgmiddle I commented that the profile of the Envista looks like the Crosstour, not the capability. I agreed with what was said on the channel. Most people won’t buy it because it’s FWD only. I wouldn’t compare this with the capability of the Trax. That would be disingenuous.
Buick & Chevy obviously put some thought into this car and the Trax. It really seams the value is here. They must believe in the power train. I don't believe they would intentionally put a class action/recall nightmare under the hood.
LOLOLOL.... thought? It's basically carry over from the previous generation with updated styling. That doesn't take much thought.
You think so ? I hope it lasts
Zach, noticed the blue shoes with the blue car. Taking cues from Andrea?
Nice body style. Reminds me of the Urus without the unnecessary horsepower 😉
We just purchased a 2024 Envista Avenir and the fuel economy has been unreal. Way better than advertised. 5.7 liters per 100kms on the highway for a 545km trip. Why is the EPA rating at 7.4 per 100kms? I am hearing others getting similar results driving at speeds of 100kph
Nice exterior & love the hatchback format. Front end reminds me of last generation Escape (as does new Honda CRV) which many critics panned. Get over the AWD folks; it is simply not needed by majority of folks. If you live in an area with some snow, either get winter tires or stay home when the roads are really bad. Why oh why 19" wheels on a car that is design to be relatively inexpensive and fuel efficient? Big wheels just reduce MPG & make ride harsher.
Lol, If your retired you can stay at home, but the rest of us who are working still have to go to work if the roads are bad. I live in Minnesota with 5 months of winter with lots of snow and ice! I LOVE having AWD and would NEVER go back to FWD again living here!
@@TheCaptjamestkirk I bet that, back before all wheel drive became ubiquitous, there were fewer weather related workdays missed. You just forgot some of your snow driving skills since then.
@@billurban1581 My snow driving skills are just as good as they used to be. Been living in a winter state for the last 40 years, and I drive a rear wheel drive delivery truck in it. After having multiple front wheel drive vehicles and now owning a AWD vehicle, I would never buy another front wheel drive again.
@@TheCaptjamestkirk all wheel drive is obviously better in the snow. My point is that you absolutely need all wheel drive .1% of the miles you drive, and for ~80 years we got along without it. How’d we do it? 99.9% of the time it’s way to make a car more expensive, more complex to maintain, and to reduce your efficiency. My last BMW brochure quoted a 6% difference in fuel mileage between all wheel drive and rear wheel drive in the same model car. That’s 6% for every mile you drive not .1 mile. I will admit my argument loses a little of its impact in Canada, compared to Pennsylvania. So what percent of cars in Canada are AWD?
@@billurban1581 Not sure about Canada, I live in the US. In the US 65% of all vehicles sold are AWD or 4WD.
Looks great..but here again time will tell. Told that it is the last Buick internal combustion engine… BEV afterwards. Any hoot, no rear wiper… (not sure with our snowy conditions up north).
I ordered a yellow TRAX in 2RS and now seeing envista.. ugh should i wait 2 more months for an envista?
Why is GM falling into the trap of positioning not only the turn signals but also the brake lights into the bumper? Turn signals i get, but brake lights so low is just stupid.
Thank you guys. Awesome review as always.
Given its unremarkable fuel efficiency, a turbo 4 with a 6 or 9 speed automatic would be a much better match for Buick buyers. Looks elegant outside and inside on the Avenir trim
@@sammydavis991well they were wrong. This car looks good outside, THATS IT.
I love that sport back like rear…. And the price! Lol
The 4 wheel drive debate is funny to me cause most the people crying at home driving 2 wheels smh go figure front wheels good tires is all you need it's priced good it's stylish looks like a winner for buick
Yeah... I've been driving front-wheel drive cars for 40 years now... And I live in Michigan where we get snow... Never had a problem... I just bought a 25 Envista.. I'm curious to see what it does in the snow
Depending on how i feel about the test drive with a cx-30 with its heavier steering i might consider this option
When is your GTI review going to drop, or are you still waiting for it to arrive?
Still waiting....
Who’s comin’ up with these names? Sounds like the name of the stuff I take to relieve minor ass cramps.
No that would be EnFleetsa! 😂
Really like the look of this vehicle! I will be curious to see the vehicle reliability.
Good review. Really not liking the trend with vehicle interiors going with that split dual flat screen where it just looks like it's sticking up on the dash. I'd rather see an more integrated screen along with a number of knobs and buttons that are built into the dash. BMW is doing the large flat screen on all 2024s and they look horrible. They even added a "kickstand' to prop it up which just looks stupid and cheap. What is wrong with an integrated screen that doesn't just stick up and give me a driver centric look and feel?
Mercedes started they stupid trend I hate it too
I really like this car. Is it worth the extra cost over the Chevy Trax?
I love the looks better ..but not saying the Trax is all that ugly , just that this one is much stylish.
I haven’t seen a Buick I liked better since the TourX. That was a beautiful wagon.
This car would be an interesting platform for the addition of a motor rear drive axle. Perhaps the battery could go under the rear seat.
It's under warranty, did your daughter drive it hard? It has no cvt transmission which it's a good transmission in the trax
Does this car come w a back up camera
Buicks are about quiet and soft ride, usually reserved for luxury cars. But Buick delivers this… even in a small car.
Should’ve had a surround view camera the encore has it
Do this Buick has that Alexa assist, or they did their own thing?
I'm a Canuck living in Korea. These cars are made about five minutes from my house! The all new Trax saved this car factory from shutting down! I think they're going to sell a lot of these!
So, is this a REBADGED KIA? or HYUNDAI. Not a hater, I own a 2017 Elantra, and 2021 kia K5 GT LINE, love them.
@johnfranklin5277 No. It's GM Korea. Completely different.
@@johnfranklin5277 Used to be Daewoo.
@@johnholst thx
@@petercollingwood522 thx
Do you know if they will offer a 1 1/4" "lifestyle" hitch, need one for the wife's wheel chair rack.
Cool 😎 Video 🎉 Keep Up the Good Work 😊🎉
It's a classy looking ride.
car aint bad either....
Remote start is standard in Canada even in the base model.
The compelling story, really isn't that compelling when you look at the broader equation. Price is the compelling story and fuel economy relative to a modicum of styling and faux luxury of sorts..but question to consumers is...at what 'cost' to the consumer?
The cost will be long term reliability cost.
Now, if a car is an appliance which it is to many and you flip cars like many Americans and Canadians, then this is a 3 year buy or lease and dash. But don't forget to run if you decide to hang around a bit longer and play the out of warranty lottery. 3 cyls + turbo = bad long term reliability. Those 3 cylinders are working very hard for their money. More horsepower per cylinder = higher pressure = higher heat which degrades all things under the hood. Dilemma for engineers is make the engine 4 cylinders, add a bit of weight, but lower stress for better long term reliability. And that added cylinder cuts into corporate profit. So just turn up the turbo boost a bit. Cars are turning into Iphones. Truthfully is largely due to a fickle public. People buy these P'sOS. Throw away society. Own a modern car out of warranty today could easily eat up little Johnny's college fund.
Looking (to me) more like a sleek, raised, hatchback - or liftback - car than a "classic crossover," it makes sense, including its simpler and lighter FWD powertrain. Dividing its tiny 1.2-liter engine displacement between 3 cylinders, rather than 4, also makes sense. 'Have to wonder, though, about long-term reliability/durability compared to Mazda or Honda (we know about Toyota).
3:25 "Its a 3-cylinder, only going to get so much out of it" My Nissan Rogue is a 3-cylinder, 200hp/225ftlbs of torque. The Toyota GR Corolla is a 3-cylinder that makes 300hp. Heck, the Gemera supercar is a 3-cylinder and makes 1,700hp. 3-cylinders in and of itself doesn't mean that much when you have a turbocharger.
BTW, so my Nissan three-banger is 1.5 liters displacement, BUT it peaks at 28PSI. For every 15PSI of boost, you basically double your effective displacement. While boost tapers at higher RPMs, in the midrange peaks up to about 4 liters of displacement. Which is about right, a old 90s 4.0 liter 6-cylinder Jeep makes about 200hp/225ftlbs same as the tiny 1.5T Nissan three-banger does now.
@@BoopSnoot I would take a larger displacement motor with out a turbo over a 1.5 with a turbo any day! These 1.5 with turbos are definitely not going to hold up as long with the extra stress and heat from the turbo. Also these motors and turbos will be costly to fix and maintain. If you live where the temperatures are very cold in the winter, turbos don't do well with that either. And how small are they going to keep going? A V-twin with twin turbos? LOL.
The Envista body shape kind of reminds of the Honda Crosstour which I really liked
Would this be in the same category as the Mazda CX-30?
Buick wishes it was, but the CX30 is better. This car is nice, though
Waiting for a version with AWD and 4 cylinders turbo.
The ALL-NEW 2024 Buick Envista looks really stylish indeed! The 1.2 Liter In-Line 3 GDI Turbocharged engine uses 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil! The engine has the bulk of its power in ft./lbs. of torque at the low range as the 6 speed automatic works well with this 3 cylinder engine indeed! Beware of LSPI which is an acronym for LOW SPEED PRE-IGNITION which is an engine malfunction that can occur in GDI Turbocharged engines such as this Envista's 3 cylinder engine! Look for a motor oil that offers protection against LSPI! FYI, look for an engine treatment perhaps with Nano-Lube technology that is formulated for LSPI protection!
Better yet don’t buy it.
I always used full synthetic, but whenever I drop the pan to check the mains, I always jiggle the rods just to be sure.
For family road trips, I would want AWD for traveling through states that get snow (and for ski trips). Also, when fully loaded with family and luggage, I'm guessing that 3-cylinder engine is going to struggle a bit. The biggest issue for me is that a 3-cylinder, turbo charged engine will wear out before the larger engines in this category (rpm's = wear). Heck, I've owned many motorcycles with more cylinders than this car. So, I'm still cautious... if they lowered the price even more, that might convince me to take the risk?
Will depend how durable parts will be. But the engine itself can take the rpm's no problem.
@@sergiolandz6056really ? How long will this car last me ?
To be a TRUE Avenir, it has to have dual-zone climate control, electric passenger seat, rear vents, and softer rear doors. The 1.3 turbo for the Avenir makes sense, but why not prepare a hybrid? A lot of features in the Asia market go lacking in America.
Envista by name performance by nature. Don't think I've heard of this particular model by Buick 🎉
Envista.....Invicta was a name Buick used in the late 50s.
@johnfranklin5277 Whoops, correction completed, thanks for the history lesson though too.
this is the 1st year with this name. it replaced the encore.
I'm sorry but you said it had wireless Apple Car and Android Auto but I noticed you didn't connect it. Was that a choice or was it a problem?
We did connect but when we shot the interior it was not
The only problem with 3 cylinder engines is they are the most unbalanced in the industry.
An a Turbo was needed for the smaller displacement which won't last much past the warranty period.
I agree 100%
The most unbalanced would be a single cylinder engines, then two cylinder engines. I would put 3-cylinder engines as 3rd in most unbalanced classification.
I agree also. A 3 cylinder engine is inherently unbalanced. This car in 8 years will be buzzing and shaking and shuddering. The turbo will also become a problem. I'd be surprised if GM really did the engineering work to make this a durable yet costly effective long term vehicle. And knowing GM the Trax nameplate will morph into 'Traxshooz' or some such nonsense.
Nonsense. These engines are the future of ICE in North America. They are built to last.🇺🇸😁
My grandma wants one of these. She has a 2016 La Crosse right now. We test-drove a 2024 Crown- A REALLY nice car. She has a bias against Toyota because she is a GM fan. The Crown is such a nice car but she thinks the Buick will be better. Better MPG- No, Better power- No, Better quality- No. Yes, the Crown is more expensive, but you a getting a lot more car.
Buick did some magic in terms of knowing what old people want. They don't need more than 136 HP. They will get mad if they don't have leather seats. The driver doesn't care about 1 zone climate, rear AC vents, or that the turn signals are down low.
I think this car is going to have problems so we are trying to avoid it... despite how intriguing it might look.
What I like is the style, color choices and price, what I don’t like is that tiny 1.2 litre engine.
It's really too bad no dealers seem to have this vehicle in stock, don't know when they will, and have no pricing whatsoever for leasing one, if they EVER get any in.
It needs a rear wiper for those of us in snow country
It has a great rear defroster... I've driven in snow all my life and never once had a rear wiper... It was never an issue to me
@@jbramblett well, i also, live in heavy sno country and find a rear wiper essential,,,,years back i had a hatch without the wiper and it was pita having to clean it all the time, often with snow, esp on a road trip....around town it is not as bad with the spray being sucked up behind the car.
This would be perfect as an electric
Crazy that these modern little FI 3cyl motors still only get maybe 1-2 hwy mpg's better than my 17yr old Buick with the bullet proof 3800! lol
Love the exterior and the modern design, but do not love the small size engine. I wish it came in a hybrid. I would’ve bought it in a heartbeat if it’s affordable no see CV T’s for me.
The point of downsizing to a smaller turbo engine is that when operating during off-boost (like cruising on flat or downhill), the small displacement can and should sustain the weight and wind resistance of the car.
1.2 cannot sustain that hunk of metal (relatively speaking). That means the engine will always be on-boost.
If you want a car to go as fast, you need to spend as much fuel or more.
Chinese looking much? 好车？
I miss Ford Mercury. Especially the Mercury Cougar.
when a Buick is trying to be sporty lol.
now someone might say, remember the 87,
i was real young back then but i do remember a sporty Regal.
however that is not what Buick was known for,
most of they make are conservative styled cars.
the regular Buick Regal of the 80's was just like the Olds Cutlass 2door and the Chevrolet equivalent the Monte Carlo.
but the Monte Carlo was the sportiest, the Regal only had the one sporty car in 88 or 87, but that was it.
I grew up in two stroke, 2 cyl (Trabant) and 3 cyl. (Wartburg 353) cars.
Ode de two stroke is my favorite aftershave.
I think only some boomers will buy this because of the badge and maybe some clueless young people who care only about exterior looks. This is behind its competitors in pretty much everything.
What’s next a V-twin engine? It’s getting ridiculous with these three banger engines like the one ford puts in the Bronco sport.
I agree, it's getting really ridiculous!
Nissan put one in the Rogue.
@@dextersmithbsee Yeah they did, turbo too. And they have it hooked up to a CVT transmission, what could go wrong. 🙄👎
I'd take the trax before this simply because it's essentially the same vehicle but cheaper. But I would never buy either. I have no confidence in the inadequately sized engine they are using a turbo to compensate for. Not the kind of vehicle I'd be interested in being stuck with out of warranty. It's lease or nothing with these new things for me. If I'm going to actually buy a Buick, it'll be a 2000 to 2005 Park Avenue or LeSabre - from a very senior citizen - for a few grand.
I love your comment. Absolutely spot on.
Good post, I agree!
What's it like living in the past?
@@johnreitz5676 Its great. Low stress, low cost, max enjoyment.
Time will tell, but we hope the engines hold up.
YUKKK!!!!!!😝
I was about to take a trip to the Buick dealer until I heard the 1.2 3 banger nonsense that can barely get 30mpg while rewarding you with less than 140hp. Come on!
The owners of the sister Trax are claiming 35-40.
You need to drive it, it is surprising good
@@Motormouth... It’s gorgeous and tempting for the price though. I don’t care for AWD but that “pressure cooker” engine makes me nervous especially since GM botched the reliability with their 1.4 turbo. Definitely gonna bring 3 chubby friends with me for the test drive if my curiosity gets the better of me. Thanks for the feedback.
@@Motormouth... It might feel surprisingly good, but the fact is these little motors with turbos are under a lot more stress and heat which is not going to be good in the long run for the durability of the engine, and then you also have to deal with turbo problems down the road too. This is just not my opinion, my brother works on these small motors and turbos at one of the dealers here where I live. The ONLY reason these motors are even getting turbos on them is because they are way to weak on their own.
What's going on with getting rid of AWD? Vehicles such as the Nissan Kicks, Kia Niro, smaller suv type vehicles don't have AWD, no Chevy/Buick is getting rid of AWD options such as the new trax. Are car brands forgetting that we still get bad winters? I love this Envista but no AWD makes me drop the idea of getting one.
They didn’t “get rid of” awd, it never had it. It’s just a car.
@@GHinWI Chevrolet Trax always had AWD until this new redesign for 2024.
@@PardyN2 : the video was for a Buick Envista
There's no reason to have 2 subcompact CUVs with AWD. You can't have cannibalization within the lineup.
Put 4 winter tires on it and you don't need AWD .
The car being made in Korea is a deal breaker for me. Hyundai and Kia cars are also made their and they have had their share of troubles. I only drive Japanese cars. Every one I have owned thus far has been bulletproof.
This car has only 3% American/ Canadian parts, 97% foreign parts, assembled in Korea, so it’s literally a foreign car badged as American. GM has been doing this for years, I have a very hard time supporting this business practice of GM, especially with government taxpayers bailout and they still continue to sell cheap foreign built vehicles as American.