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The 2025 Buick Envista Avenir is Buick's entry-level luxury compact crossover, powered by a 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine producing 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque through a continuously variable transmission. Despite its modest powertrain, the Envista Avenir features premium appointments including a 10.2-inch touchscreen with Google Built-In, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a panoramic sunroof. The sleek coupe-like design with its sweeping roofline gives the Envista a distinctly upscale appearance that punches above its weight class. At approximately $27,000, it offers an accessible entry point into the luxury market, competing with vehicles like the Mazda CX-30 and Volkswagen Taos.

Compact Cars

The Envista Avenir is a compact luxury crossover with coupe-like styling and an affordable price point for entry-level luxury buyers.

Car Details

Make Buick
Model Envista Avenir
Year 2025
Body Type Crossover
Engine Type 1.2L Turbo I-3
Horsepower 137 hp
Torque 162 lb-ft
Transmission CVT
Drivetrain FWD
Fuel Economy 29 city / 32 hwy mpg
Starting MSRP $27,195
Seating 5 passengers
0-60 mph 9.0 sec
3.4
1 reviews
Value for Money
3.8
Interior & Technology
3.7
Comfort & Ride Quality
3.5
Reliability & Build Quality
3.3
Performance & Handling
2.4
Claude Opus 4.6
AI Review
3.4/5

The Buick Envista Avenir offers an accessible entry into the Buick family with a sleek coupe-like design that genuinely looks more expensive than its price suggests. The 10.2-inch touchscreen with Google Built-In and wireless connectivity bring modern tech to the entry-level segment. However, the 1.2-liter three-cylinder producing just 137 horsepower through a CVT is the significant weakness -- acceleration is lethargic, and the drivetrain becomes strained on highway merges. Front-wheel-drive-only limits appeal in harsh-winter regions. Interior materials, while improved, still betray budget-conscious engineering underneath premium styling. The Envista competes well on features and design against the Mazda CX-30 and VW Taos, but the powertrain deficit is hard to overlook. It works best as an urban commuter where the modest engine is less of a liability.

Value for Money
3.8
Interior & Technology
3.7
Comfort & Ride Quality
3.5
Reliability & Build Quality
3.3
Performance & Handling
2.4
Mar 25, 2026