The 2026 Buick Envista continues to be a standout in the subcompact SUV market, offering a blend of coupe-like styling, premium features, and an accessible price point. As it enters its third model year, the Envista maintains the core elements that have made it a success, with a few minor updates to keep it fresh.
The Envista's exterior design is its most distinctive feature. Its long, flowing roofline and athletic stance set it apart from boxier rivals. The 2026 model introduces a new Brilliant Red exterior color option, replacing the outgoing Cinnabar Metallic. The three-trim lineup—Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir—returns, each with its own unique visual identity. The Sport Touring trim adds a sportier flair with blacked-out accents and 18-inch gloss-black wheels, while the Avenir elevates the luxury with a unique grille, exclusive 19-inch wheels, and premium finishes.
Inside, the Envista’s cabin continues to punch above its weight class. The highlight is the dual-screen digital display, which integrates an 11-inch infotainment touchscreen and an 8-inch digital instrument cluster. This seamless setup gives the interior a modern, high-tech feel, and it comes standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Buick's QuietTuning technology, which includes active noise cancellation, provides a serene and comfortable ride, a feature that distinguishes it from many competitors. The interior also boasts an impressive 38.7 inches of rear legroom, a notable achievement for a vehicle in this segment.
Under the hood, the 2026 Envista is powered by a 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine that delivers 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and is available exclusively with front-wheel drive. While the powertrain may not be a performance powerhouse, it offers a smooth ride and excellent fuel economy, rated at an EPA-estimated 28 MPG city and 32 MPG highway. Standard safety features include Buick's Driver Confidence suite, with automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, and automatic high beams. Higher trims and optional packages add more advanced features like adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring. With a starting price around $26,000, the 2026 Buick Envista remains a value-packed option for buyers seeking a stylish, comfortable, and well-equipped compact crossover.
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