Buick has found itself a lucrative niche in the marketplace as a maker of understatedly attractive, premium vehicles that land someplace between mainstream Chevys and pricey Cadillacs in GM's world. Started by automotive pioneer David Dunbar Buick, it was among the first American marques of automobiles, and was the company that established General Motors in 1908. Before the establishment of General Motors, GM founder William C. Durant had served as Buick's general manager and major investor.
What drivers really think about Buick’s SUVs
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Quick notes
– Buick’s SUV lineup consists of three mid-sized SUVs and one wagon.
– While Buick may have a smaller market share, the drivers are loyal and rate their products consistently high.
Download apple laptops & desktops driver. Buick has a decent class of SUVs featuring three mid-sized SUVs and one station wagon. Those in the class are the Regal Tour, Envision, Encore, and Enclave.
Buick Regal Tour MSRP $29,070-$35,070
The Buick Regal Tour is Buick’s smallest non-car offering. With an expert review of 7.6/10 and driver reviews of 4.6/5, the Buick Regal Tour is considered a dependable utility offering untold features and benefits.
With a 2.0L 4-cylinder Turbo 8A engine offering 250hp, on an AWD chassis, the Buick Regal Tour offers more than the standard wagon in the same price range. Though slow on acceleration, it handles nicely and speedily once going.
It features classic Buick styling and interior comfort with a higher-end appearance but budgetary pricing. Driver reviews indicate that personal storage is lacking, but that it offers more cargo space than larger crossovers and subcompact SUVs.
Buick is normally seen as a brand for older drivers, but it still features modern advances such as navigation and smartphone and electronics integration. The Buick Regal Tour also offers a Wi-Fi hotspot making it very functional for work, family and play.
Buick Envision MSRP $31,995-$43,600
The Buick Envision is a small SUV featuring luxury features. The Envision is expert-reviewed at 7.2/10 and driver-reviewed at 4.7/5. The Buick Envision is considered comfortable, with nice styling at great value. The top of the line Buick Envision features an AWD powertrain with a 2.0L 4-cylinder Turbo 9A engine providing 252hp.
Drivers’ review the Buick Envision as a classic Buick car offering classic Buick comfort in a quiet interior. Despite being a small SUV, it’s considered comfortable for taller drivers and passengers. Technology includes USB ports, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay.
Driver’s have complained of blocked views at certain heights and bad fuel economy.
Buick Encore MSRP $23,200-$30,800
The Buick Encore is billed as a small luxury SUV. Drivers avermedia motherboards. The fully loaded version is an AWD powertrain featuring a 1.4L 4-cylinder Turbo 6A engine outputting 138hp.
Driver reviews indicate the Encore continues Buick’s standard quiet ride, including at higher speeds. Rear passenger and cargo space does appear to be limited but the Encore is considered a subcompact SUV and expectations should fall accordingly.
Contex a/s driver download windows 10. Technology includes standard Buick Infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
This is a compact SUV for those that desire the classic Buick quiet ride with easy to use driving features with decent power and handling.
Buick Enclave MSRP $40,000-$56,100
The Buick Enclave is probably the Buick SUV most are familiar with. Rated at 7.7/10 by experts and 4.5/5 by drivers, the Enclave offers an AWD powertrain with a 3.6L 6-cylinder engine offering 302hp and 5,000lbs towing capacity.
Drivers Village Buick Encore
The Buick Enclave is a mid-sized SUV. The interior is considered more spacious than its peers, and is quiet and serene with plenty of cargo space. The Enclave does feature third-row seating, but that eats into the cargo space.
The Buick Enclave has quite a few safety features such as the distance indicator, blind zone alert, and also a safety seat alert which vibrates to let drivers know if a lane drift or collision may be close. This is exactly what you think of when thinking of Buick.
Overall
Buick SUVs obtain high ratings from experts and drivers alike. Buick is known for comfort and safety, and that hasn’t changed. Which Buick SUV may be right for you depends on the average number of passengers you normally have, whether those passengers may be children, and how much cargo space you require.
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Shopping for a new vehicle that will grow with you as you gain experience behind the wheel? Buick has a few models that promise to do just that. Here are our top two models designed for new drivers.
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Encore
The 2020 Encore’s most obvious strengths are affordability and efficiency. It has a base price of $23,200 and achieves 30 mpg on the highway when equipped with front-wheel drive. This means that you can save money both when purchasing the SUV but also during ownership, by reducing trips to the gas station.
Safety amenities include a Rear Vision Camera, as well as the following available tools: Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and OnStar Safety and Security. StabiliTrak and available all-wheel drive further enhance your confidence on the road.
The cabin yields a connected and comfortable driving experience Keep in touch with contacts and listen to favorite playlists on the go. QuietTuning technology translates to a tranquil cabin that makes it easy to focus more on the music and conversations at hand. And an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot provides internet access even when you’re driving on the back roads.
Gently-used versions of the Encore are another great way to bring home this model if you’re looking to save even more cash on your purchase. Consumer Reports and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently ranked it as one of the safest, most affordable pre-owned vehicles for young drivers.
Encore GX
If you need a bit more cabin space and engine pep, we recommend going with the 2020 Encore GX. It has 50.2 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume when you lower the cargo area floor and fold the backseat. And with a 1.3-liter engine and nine-speed automatic transmission, it churns out 155 horsepower for a fun-to-drive ride quality.
Amazon Alexa also comes as a built-in feature on select Encore GX models. Use voice commands to make calls, add items to your grocery list, and get navigation information while keeping your hands safely on the wheel.
Each model includes the brand’s exclusive foundation of safety amenities, Buick Driver Confidence. This suite is comprised of the following tools: Front Pedestrian Braking, IntelliBeam headlamps, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert, Following Distance Indicator, and Automatic Emergency Braking.
You can also select the following driver-assist features for even more confidence on the road: Head-Up Display, Adaptive Cruise Control – Camera, High Definition Surround Vision, Automatic Parking Assist with Braking, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
If you’re new to driving, make sure to grow your knowledge on safe and defensive driving habits. Then learn more about OnStar technology’s new Guardian app, so you can make sure you’re getting the most out of your new Buick.
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