DecodedCars2018 Buick Envision
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 22 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 183.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,054 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Few owner complaints15 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 352 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2018 Buick Envision is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,054 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway), 0% better than the 2018 small SUV average of 24.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
What changed for 2018
- Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 5 stars overall
Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 Envision →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 183.9 in | 72.4 in | 66.9 in | 107.9 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 4,054 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Envision FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 25 | 0% | $2,700 | 359 |
| Envision AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 24 | +3% | $2,800 | 377 |
| Envision AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | -5% | $3,750 | 400 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Buick Envision SUV FWD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | Not rated | – |
| 2018 Buick Envision SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.9% |
Similar 2018 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Buick Envision (this car) | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2018 Toyota RAV4 | 32 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2018 Honda CR-V | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2018 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2018 Hyundai Tucson | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2018 Subaru Forester | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2018 Mazda CX-5 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Buick Envision.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2018 Buick Envision is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2018 Buick Envision buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Steering — 4 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 18,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Buick Envision. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Envision years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Envision | 25 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 Envision | 24 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 10 |
| 2024 Envision | 24 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 13 |
| 2023 Envision | 26 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 26 |
| 2022 Envision | 26 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 26 |
| 2021 Envision | 26 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 23 |
| 2020 Envision | 25 | 183.9 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 12 |
| 2019 Envision | 25 | 183.9 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 23 |
| 2017 Envision | 25 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 81 |
| 2016 Envision | 22 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 19 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Buick. How we calculate this →