2021 Buick Envision Looks More Upscale but Costs $1700 Less
The redesigned 2021 Buick Envision, which is built in China, has reached dealer lots in the U.S. after its debut in mid-2020.
Changes to both interior and exterior give the compact crossover a more upscale appearance than the outgoing model.
The Envision starts at $32,995, a $1700 price drop from the previous model year.
After very little news since the 2021 Buick Envision debuted in May 2020, the redesigned compact crossover is now reaching dealer lots in the United States. The 2021 Buick Envision, starting at $32,995, underwent a complete redesign for this model year, including a much more upscale appearance both in and out of the vehicle, and a new powertrain.
The new Envision is a front-wheel-drive crossover, with AWD optional. It's powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four with 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, teamed with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The new engine is less powerful than the optional 2.0-liter inline-four from the 2020 model, which made 252 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque—on last year’s model but beats the 2020 base engine, a 193-hp 2.5-liter inline-four.
The interior of the 2021 Envision gains a much sleeker appearance to match the exterior. The Envision comes standard with an 8.0-inch infotainment display, the same size as last year, but now offers an optional 10.2-inch display. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability come standard on the Envision. Features including wireless charging, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel come as optional.
For 2021, Buick has cut back on the number of trims offered on the Envision to just three: Preferred, Essence, and Avenir. The Avenir starts at $41,395, while the mid-level Essence starts at $36,995.
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