Buick SUV models: every SUV compared

By CarWhere Research · Updated

Buick sells 4 SUVs in the US: Envista, Encore GX, Envision, Enclave. The Envista is the least expensive at $24,700 MSRP (2026 MY) and the Enclave tops the range at up to $63,300. The Enclave tows the most, up to 5,000 lb.

Buick SUVs side by side

Current Buick SUVs with MSRP range (model year shown), manufacturer-rated horsepower, best EPA combined mpg or MPGe and maximum towing
ModelTypeMSRPPowerBest EPA combinedMax towing
Buick EnvistaTwo-row small crossover with a coupe-like roofline, seats 5$24,700–$29,5002026 MY[1][2][3][4]137 hp[5][6]30 mpg2026 MY[7]—
Buick Encore GXTwo-row small SUV, seats 5$26,895–$31,7002026 MY[14][15][3][4]137–155 hp[16][17]30 mpg2026 MY[18]—
Buick EnvisionTwo-row compact SUV, seats 5$41,300–$50,7002026 MY[12][27][3][28]228 hp[29][30]26 mpg2021 MY[32]1,500 lb[12]
Buick EnclaveThree-row mid-size SUV, seats up to 7$46,900–$63,3002027 MY[41][42][3][28]310–328 hp[43][41]22 mpg2027 MY[44]5,000 lb[43]

MSRP excludes destination unless the model guide says otherwise. Plug-in hybrid mpg is the gas-only figure. "—" means no official figure was found.

Each Buick SUV in brief

Buick Envista

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.

Envista guide: trims, engines, generations and problems →

Buick Encore GX

The Buick Encore GX is Buick's small five-seat SUV, sold since 2020. The 2026 model starts at $26,895 on buick.com before $1,795 destination, with a 155-hp 1.3L turbo three-cylinder, a CVT with FWD or a 9-speed automatic with AWD. EPA rates the 1.3L at 29/31/30 mpg with FWD. A 2027 Encore GX Limited is listed from $26,900.

Encore GX guide: trims, engines, generations and problems →

Buick Envision

The Buick Envision is Buick's compact five-seat SUV. The 2026 model starts at $41,300 on buick.com before $1,995 destination and comes with standard AWD and a 228-hp 2.0L turbo four with a 9-speed automatic. The second generation arrived for 2021; 2016–2020 models offered a 2.5L four or a 2.0L turbo.

Envision guide: trims, engines, generations and problems →

Buick Enclave

The Buick Enclave is Buick's three-row, seven-seat mid-size SUV. The 2027 model starts at $46,900 on buick.com before a $1,995 destination charge, and every trim uses a 328-hp 2.5L turbo four with an 8-speed automatic. Enclaves from 2008–2024 used a 3.6L V6; the current third generation arrived for 2025.

Enclave guide: trims, engines, generations and problems →

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Frequently asked questions

How many SUVs does Buick make?

4 in the current US lineup: Buick Envista, Buick Encore GX, Buick Envision, Buick Enclave. Each model guide lists the current price range, powertrains and every generation with sources.

What is the cheapest Buick SUV?

The Buick Envista, from $24,700 MSRP for the 2026 model year (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).).

What is the most expensive Buick SUV?

The Buick Enclave, at up to $63,300 MSRP for the 2027 model year in its top trim.

Which Buick SUV can tow the most?

The Buick Enclave, rated up to 5,000 lb (Maximum available trailering capability Buick announced for the 2025 Enclave when properly equipped.).

Which Buick SUVs have three rows?

The Buick Enclave has three rows of seats; the other current Buick SUVs have two rows.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Buick for the model year shown; fuel economy and towing are from the sources cited on each model guide.

  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. 2026 Buick Encore GX: overview, pricing and FAQ — Buick (buick.com)
  15. 2026 Buick Encore GX Avenir: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  16. 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  17. Buick reveals the 2024 Encore GX (Feb 16, 2023) — Buick newsroom (news.buick.com)
  18. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Buick Encore GX FWD 1.3L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  19. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Buick Encore GX AWD 1.3L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  20. 2024 Buick Encore GX fact sheet (PDF) — Buick media site (media.buick.com)
  21. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Buick Encore GX FWD 1.2L turbo (flex fuel) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  22. EPA fuel economy: 2020 Buick Encore GX FWD 1.2L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  23. 2027 Buick Encore GX Limited: overview — Buick (buick.com)
  24. 2023 Buick Encore GX fact sheet (PDF) — Buick media site (media.buick.com)
  25. EPA fuel economy: 2020 Buick Encore GX FWD 1.3L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  26. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset (6axg-epim) full-text query: Encore GX — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
  27. 2026 Buick Envision Avenir: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  28. Which Buicks are all-wheel drive? (Oct 5, 2026) — Buick newsroom (news.buick.com)
  29. 2026 Buick Envision Preferred: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  30. 2021 Buick Envision media briefing deck (PDF) — Buick media site (media.buick.com)
  31. 2023 Buick Envision fact sheet (PDF) — Buick media site (media.buick.com)
  32. EPA fuel economy: 2021 Buick Envision FWD 2.0L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  33. EPA fuel economy: 2023 Buick Envision FWD 2.0L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  34. EPA fuel economy: 2017 Buick Envision FWD 2.5L — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  35. EPA fuel economy: 2020 Buick Envision FWD 2.5L — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  36. EPA fuel economy: 2016 Buick Envision AWD 2.0L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  37. EPA fuel economy: 2017 Buick Envision AWD 2.0L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  38. EPA fuel economy: 2020 Buick Envision AWD 2.0L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  39. 2024 Buick Envision first look (Jun 13, 2023) — Buick newsroom (news.buick.com)
  40. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset (6axg-epim) full-text query: Envision — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
  41. 2027 Buick Enclave Preferred: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  42. 2027 Buick Enclave Avenir: highlights and specs — Buick (buick.com)
  43. 2025 Buick Enclave, a flagship premium SUV with available Super Cruise (Apr 9, 2024) — Buick newsroom (news.buick.com)
  44. EPA fuel economy: 2027 Buick Enclave FWD 2.5L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  45. EPA fuel economy: 2027 Buick Enclave AWD 2.5L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  46. 2021 Buick Enclave fast facts (PDF) — Buick media site (media.buick.com)
  47. 2024 Buick Enclave at a glance (PDF) — Buick media site (media.buick.com)
  48. EPA fuel economy: 2024 Buick Enclave FWD 3.6L V6 — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  49. EPA fuel economy: 2024 Buick Enclave AWD 3.6L V6 — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  50. EPA fuel economy: 2008 Buick Enclave FWD 3.6L V6 — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  51. EPA fuel economy: 2017 Buick Enclave FWD 3.6L V6 — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  52. EPA fuel economy: 2017 Buick Enclave AWD 3.6L V6 — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  53. 2027 Buick Enclave: overview and pricing — Buick (buick.com)
  54. EPA fuel economy: 2025 Buick Enclave FWD 2.5L turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  55. EPA fuel economy: 2018 Buick Enclave FWD 3.6L V6 — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  56. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset (6axg-epim) full-text query: Enclave — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)

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