Buick trim levels explained
By CarWhere Research · Updated
Current Buick SUVs share one trim ladder — Preferred, Sport Touring and the upscale Avenir. Earlier model years used names such as Select, Essence and Premium, so a trim name alone does not pin down equipment; each model page lists the trims by generation. CarWhere lays out 34 trims across 4 Buick models — Enclave, Envista, Encore GX and Envision — with dated base MSRPs, engines and key equipment.
| Model | Current generation | Trims | From (USD) | Trim ladder |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buick Enclave trim levels | Enclave, third generation (2027 model year) | 3 | $46,9002027 MY | Preferred → Sport Touring → Avenir |
| Buick Envista trim levels | Envista (2026 model year) | 3 | $24,7002026 MY | Preferred → Sport Touring → Avenir |
| Buick Encore GX trim levels | Encore GX (2026 model year) | 3 | $26,8952026 MY | Preferred → Sport Touring → Avenir |
| Buick Envision trim levels | Envision, second generation (2026 model year) | 3 | $41,3002026 MY | Preferred → Sport Touring → Avenir |
Buick Enclave trim levels
The 2027 Buick Enclave comes in three trims: Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir, all with a 328-hp 2.5L turbo and an 8-speed automatic. Buick.com lists starting prices of $46,900, $50,400 and $63,300 with FWD, before a $1,995 destination charge. All-wheel drive adds $2,000 on every trim.
Buick Envista trim levels
The 2026 Buick Envista comes in Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir trims. Buick.com lists them from $24,700, $26,500 and $29,500, before a $1,795 destination charge. All three use the same 137-hp 1.2L turbo three-cylinder with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive; trims differ in wheels, seats and equipment.
Buick Encore GX trim levels
The 2026 Buick Encore GX comes in Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir trims. Buick.com lists starting prices of $26,895, $27,700 and $31,700, before Buick's $1,795 destination charge. Every trim page lists a 155-hp 1.3L turbo three-cylinder, with a CVT for FWD or a 9-speed automatic with AWD.
Buick Envision trim levels
The 2026 Buick Envision comes in Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir trims. Buick.com lists them from $41,300, $43,800 and $50,700, before a $1,995 destination charge. Every trim has standard all-wheel drive and a 228-hp 2.0L turbo four with a 9-speed automatic, plus a 30-inch diagonal display.
Confirm the real trim and packages of any Buick.
Badges can be swapped and listings get trims wrong. The CarWhere Buick build sheet reconstructs factory colors, options and packages from licensed VIN-level build data — availability is checked free, and it is $9.99 only when detailed build data is found for that VIN.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Enclave trim levels in order?
The current Buick Enclave (Enclave, third generation (2027 model year)) comes in 3 trims, lowest to highest: Preferred, Sport Touring, Avenir. Base prices for the 2027 model year start at $46,900.
What are the Envista trim levels in order?
The current Buick Envista (Envista (2026 model year)) comes in 3 trims, lowest to highest: Preferred, Sport Touring, Avenir. Base prices for the 2026 model year start at $24,700.
What are the Encore GX trim levels in order?
The current Buick Encore GX (Encore GX (2026 model year)) comes in 3 trims, lowest to highest: Preferred, Sport Touring, Avenir. Base prices for the 2026 model year start at $26,895.
What are the Envision trim levels in order?
The current Buick Envision (Envision, second generation (2026 model year)) comes in 3 trims, lowest to highest: Preferred, Sport Touring, Avenir. Base prices for the 2026 model year start at $41,300.
How can I tell what trim my Buick is?
Badges can be swapped or deleted, so the reliable record is the original paperwork or the build record tied to the VIN, which shows the trim, engine and packages the car was built with.
Sources
Each trim page lists its own dated Buick sources. Key references:
- GM News — Buick news, pricing and specifications — General Motors
- buick.com — models, build and price — Buick
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