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2025 Buick Envista
The 2025 Buick Envista is the second year of its first generation and gets a handful of changes, with Rear Park Assist now standard on every trim and the turbo 1.2-liter engine standard across the range, and starts at $25,195. NHTSA lists one recall, for rearview camera software, and 32 complaints. EPA rates it 30 mpg combined.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain1.2L turbo three-cylinder
Output137 hp
DrivetrainFWD
Seating5
Decision answers11Trim, ownership and verification
What changed on the 2025 Buick Envista
GM Authority (opens in a new tab) says the 2025 Envista is the second model year of the first-generation small crossover and receives a handful of changes, with a standard 11-inch center touchscreen and an 8-inch digital driver information center. Its changes page (opens in a new tab) lists Rear Park Assist as now standard on all trims and E85 capability as standard because the turbo 1.2-liter engine is standard across all trims. Motor Illustrated (opens in a new tab) notes a stiff ride, especially on the 19-inch wheels that are standard on the Avenir.
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) lists the Preferred at a starting sticker price of $25,195 and a Fair Purchase Price of $23,600. EPA rates the 2025 Envista at 30 mpg combined and $2,100 a year in fuel, with front-wheel drive.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists one recall campaign for the 2025 Envista, 26V539000, which covers 2024 to 2025 Envista, Encore GX and other GM small crossovers whose rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image; dealers inspect and replace the camera if necessary. Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA: electrical system with 13, unknown or other with 9, engine with 5 and service brakes with 4. ProblemsByVin (opens in a new tab) keeps a record for the year.
2025 Envista against the Trax, Kona, Seltos and Kicks
EPA rates the 2025 Envista at 30 mpg combined and $2,100 a year in fuel. The Chevrolet Trax lists 29 to 30 at $2,100 to $2,150, the Nissan Kicks 30 to 33 at $1,900 to $2,100, the Kia Seltos 25 to 31 at $2,000 to $2,500, and the Hyundai Kona 26 to 118 at $650 to $2,400 including its electric version. The Envista matches the Trax and the Kicks' low end.
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Record summary
What to know first
The Envista offers only the 1.2L turbo three-cylinder: no 1.3L upgrade and no all-wheel drive, unlike its Encore GX sibling.
Model-year note
The Envista is front-wheel drive only with one engine, so the Encore GX's 1.3L and AWD availability do not apply.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| Preferred | Entry trim | 1.2L turbo three-cylinder standard, 137 hp, the only engine offered, Cloth/leatherette seating surfaces standard, 11-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard |
| Sport Touring | Trim 2 of 3 | Black wheels and exterior trim standard, Sportier appearance package over Preferred, Remote start standard |
| Avenir | Top trim | Leather seats and dual-zone automatic climate control standard, Power driver's seat and heated front seats standard, Highest-appointed Envista trim |
01
Entry trim
Preferred
- 1.2L turbo three-cylinder standard, 137 hp, the only engine offered
- Cloth/leatherette seating surfaces standard
- 11-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard
02
Trim 2 of 3
Sport Touring
- Black wheels and exterior trim standard
- Sportier appearance package over Preferred
- Remote start standard
03
Top trim
Avenir
- Leather seats and dual-zone automatic climate control standard
- Power driver's seat and heated front seats standard
- Highest-appointed Envista trim
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2025 Buick Envista: 3 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred | 1.2-liter 3-cylinder (ECOTEC, Turbo) | Automatic, 6-Spd | FWD | 137 | 162 | 28 / 32 / 30 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Sport Touring | 1.2-liter 3-cylinder (ECOTEC, Turbo) | Automatic, 6-Spd | FWD | 137 | 162 | 28 / 32 / 30 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Avenir | 1.2-liter 3-cylinder (ECOTEC, Turbo) | Automatic, 6-Spd | FWD | 137 | 162 | 28 / 32 / 30 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred | 3,030 lb | 182.6 in | 61.9 in | 106.3 in | 37.4 ft | 13.2 gal | 39.4 in | 41.9 in | P225/60R17 |
| Sport Touring | 3,060 lb | 182.6 in | 61.9 in | 106.3 in | 38.4 ft | 13.2 gal | 39.4 in | 41.9 in | P225/55R18 |
| Avenir | 3,115 lb | 182.6 in | 61.9 in | 106.3 in | 38.4 ft | 13.2 gal | 39.4 in | 41.9 in | P245/45R19 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2025 Buick Envista trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | Preferred | Sport Touring | Avenir |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning with automatic braking | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std |
| Parental (teen-driver) controls | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||
| Heated front seats | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | Opt | Opt | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47780Envista | 1.2L 3-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic 6-spd | Regular | 28 | 32 | 30 | N/A |
| 47941Envista | 1.2L 3-cyl SIDI; FFVFFV | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic 6-spd | Gasoline or E85 | 28 | 32 | 30 | N/A |
Direct answers
11 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 Envista come in?
The 2025 Buick Envista (subcompact SUV) comes in 3 trims: Preferred, Sport Touring, Avenir.
Source: Buick
Q02What are the 2025 Envista trims?
The 2025 Buick Envista trims are Preferred, Sport Touring, Avenir, listed from the entry Preferred up to the top Avenir.
Source: Buick
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 Envista use?
The 2025 Buick Envista is built around 1.2L turbo three-cylinder, rated at 137 horsepower across its subcompact SUV body style.
Source: Buick specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 Envista?
The 2025 Buick Envista is offered with FWD.
Source: Buick specifications
Q05What changed for the 2025 Envista?
The Envista is front-wheel drive only with one engine, so the Encore GX's 1.3L and AWD availability do not apply.
Source: Buick model-year information
Q06How did the 2025 Buick Envista do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
The 2025 Buick Envista earned 5 stars in the side crash test (4 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 4 stars for rollover resistance, a 15.5% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q07What engine oil does the 2025 Buick Envista take?
The 2025 Buick Envista owner's manual specifies SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Source: 2025 Buick Envista owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q08What brake fluid, refrigerant and key-fob battery does the 2025 Buick Envista use?
The 2025 Buick Envista owner's manual names DOT 4 brake fluid. Source: 2025 Buick Envista owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q09How much does a 2025 Buick Envista cost?
$23,800 to $28,600 across the 3 trims Buick prices: $23,800 for the Preferred and $28,600 for the Avenir. Those are starting MSRPs read 2026-09-10, before destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
Source: buick.com (opens in a new tab)
Q10What size wheels does the 2025 Buick Envista have?
The 2025 Buick Envista's wheel diameter is 17 inches on the Preferred, 18 inches on the Sport Touring and 19 inches on the Avenir. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q11How do the 2025 Buick Envista trims differ from one another?
All 3 trims share the 1.2-liter 3-cylinder (ECOTEC, Turbo) making 137 hp. The Avenir has heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, leather seats and 3 more as standard equipment over the Sport Touring.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2025 Buick Envista.
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Buick Envista official model pageManufacturer lineup, equipment and specifications
↗ (opens in a new tab)02FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataEPA-certified configuration and fuel-economy records
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