Buick Envista: the 1.2L turbo engine, price, specs and mpg

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The Buick Envista uses one engine: a 1.2L turbocharged three-cylinder rated at 137 hp and 162 lb-ft, with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. EPA rates it at 28/32/30 mpg. The 2026 Envista starts at $24,700 on buick.com before $1,795 destination, in Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir trims.

Type
Two-row small crossover with a coupe-like roofline, seats 5
Price (MSRP)
$24,700–$29,500 (2026 MY) · Buick.com starting MSRPs for the 2026 Envista Preferred and Avenir, before the $1,795 destination freight charge ($26,495 including destination for the Preferred per GM's July 2026 newsroom).[1][2][3][4]
Powertrains
Envista 1.2L turbo · 137 hp
Current generation
First generation, 2024–present

2026 Buick Envista price and trims

Three trims, all front-wheel drive with the 1.2L turbo. GM's July 2026 newsroom listed the Preferred at $26,495 and Sport Touring at $27,995 including destination.[1][3][4]

Buick Envista trims with 2026 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2026)Powertrain
Preferred$24,700Buick.com starting MSRP, before the $1,795 destination freight charge ($26,495 including destination per GM, July 2026).1.2L turbo three-cylinder (137 hp, 162 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, FWD[6][3][4]
Sport Touring$26,500Buick.com starting MSRP, before $1,795 destination. GM's July 2026 newsroom listed $27,995 including destination.1.2L turbo three-cylinder (137 hp, 162 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, FWD[11][3][4]
Avenir$29,500Buick.com starting MSRP, before $1,795 destination.1.2L turbo three-cylinder (137 hp, 162 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, FWD[2][3]

Every Envista trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Buick Envista engines, horsepower and mpg

EPA rated the 2024 and 2026 Envista identically at 28/32/30 mpg, and also lists a 2026 flex-fuel version with the same ratings. No AWD Envista is offered.

Buick Envista powertrains with manufacturer-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
Envista 1.2L turboPreferred, Sport Touring, Avenir1.2L turbocharged three-cylinder (ECOTEC, DOHC, direct injection)[5][6][7][8]1371626-speed automaticFront-wheel drive28/32/302026 MY[7]

Output is as rated by the manufacturer; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

Buick Envision vs Envista

Buick's 2026 figures for its two compact crossovers. Prices are buick.com starting MSRPs before destination.[10][1][12][3][7][13]

Buick Envision vs Envista
Envista (2026)Envision (2026)
Starting price$24,700 (+$1,795 destination)$41,300 (+$1,995 destination)
Engine1.2L turbo three-cylinder2.0L turbo four-cylinder
Horsepower / torque137 hp / 162 lb-ft228 hp / 258 lb-ft
Transmission6-speed automatic9-speed automatic
DriveFWDAWD standard
EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)28/32/3022/28/25
Length / width / height182.6 / 71.5 / 61.2 in182.7 / 74.1 / 64.6 in
Max cargo42.0 cu ft52.7 cu ft
TowingNot listedUp to 1,500 lbs.
Center screen11-inch diagonal30-inch diagonal
  • The two are nearly the same length, but the Envision is wider and taller with 10.7 cu ft more cargo room.
  • The Envision has 91 more hp and standard AWD; the Envista is FWD only.
  • The Envista starts $16,600 lower and gets better EPA mileage.

The Envista's 1.2L turbo three-cylinder

Every Envista uses the same ECOTEC 1.2L turbocharged inline three-cylinder: 137 hp at 5,000 rpm and 162 lb-ft from 2,500 rpm, with an aluminum block and head, dual overhead cams and direct injection. A selectable stop/start system is fitted.

It drives the front wheels through a six-speed automatic. Buick says this version of the 1.2L is lighter and uses fewer parts than earlier versions. EPA rates it at 28 city, 32 highway and 30 mpg combined.

  • 137 hp @ 5,000 rpm
  • 162 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
  • 6-speed automatic, FWD only
  • 13.2-gallon fuel tank
  • [5][6][7]

Size and cargo

The Envista is 182.6 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase, about the same length as the Envision but lower and narrower. It holds 20.7 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 42 cubic feet with the seat folded.[5][10]

Trims

Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir share the powertrain. Sport Touring adds 18-inch gloss-black wheels and leatherette seats; Avenir adds heated front seats and steering wheel, perforated leather-appointed seats, a power liftgate and 19-inch Pearl Nickel wheels. Watts Link rear suspension is standard on Avenir.[11][2][5]

Buick Envista generations by year

Every US Buick Envista generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
First generation2024–present1.2L turbo three-cylinder (137 hp, 162 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, FWDA new nameplate for 2024 and the first Buick to fully adopt the brand's newer design language. Launch prices including destination were $23,495 (Preferred), $25,195 (Sport Touring) and $29,695 (Avenir).[5][9][8]

Buick Envista problems and recalls

The DOT recall dataset lists two Envista recalls. Recall 26V-539 covers 2024–2025 models whose rearview camera may show a distorted or blank image, and 23V-744 covers 2024 models whose instrument display may go blank. Dealers replace the camera as needed and update the display software, both free.

Documented Buick Envista issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
Rearview camera may show a distorted or blank image (recall 26V-539)[14][15]First generation (2024–present) – 2024–20252024–2025Recall 26V539
Instrument display may go blank (recall 23V-744)[16][15]First generation (2024–present) – 20242024Recall 23V744

All 2 documented Envista issues and 2 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

MSRP is the starting point, not the transaction price. Compare offers as a discount off MSRP in dollars and percent, before rebates and without dealer add-ons. These CarWhere pages show dealer invoice estimates, current incentives and asking prices for the Buick Envista.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine is in the Buick Envista?

A 1.2L turbocharged three-cylinder with 137 hp and 162 lb-ft, paired with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It is the only engine offered.

Is the Buick Envista a 3-cylinder?

Yes. Buick lists it as a 1.2L VVT Turbo I-3, an inline three-cylinder.

Does the Envista come with AWD?

No. Every Envista trim is front-wheel drive.

What is the difference between the Buick Envision and Envista?

The Envision has a 228-hp 2.0L turbo, standard AWD and 52.7 cu ft of cargo room from $41,300. The Envista has a 137-hp 1.2L turbo, FWD and 42.0 cu ft from $24,700 (before destination).

What mpg does the Envista get?

EPA rates the Envista at 28 mpg city, 32 highway and 30 combined.

How much is the Buick Envista?

Buick.com lists the 2026 Envista from $24,700 (Preferred) to $29,500 (Avenir), before $1,795 destination.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by the manufacturer for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. 2026 Buick Envista: overview, pricing and FAQ — Buick (buick.com)
  2. 2026 Buick Envista Avenir: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  3. Destination Freight Charges (2026 and 2027 Buick models) — Buick (buick.com)
  4. General Motors models under $30,000 MSRP (Jul 6, 2026) — GM News (news.gm.com)
  5. Buick Introduces First-Ever Envista (Apr 17, 2023) — Buick newsroom (news.buick.com)
  6. 2026 Buick Envista Preferred: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  7. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Buick Envista 1.2L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  8. EPA fuel economy: 2024 Buick Envista 1.2L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  9. 2024 Buick Envista fact sheet (PDF) — Buick media site (media.buick.com)
  10. Envision vs. Envista (Mar 17, 2026) — Buick (buick.com)
  11. 2026 Buick Envista Sport Touring: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  12. 2026 Buick Envision: overview, pricing and FAQ — Buick (buick.com)
  13. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Buick Envision AWD 2.0L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  14. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset record 26V-539 — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
  15. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset (6axg-epim) full-text query: Envista — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
  16. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset record 23V-744 — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)

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