DecodedCars2025 Buick Envista
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, Avenir 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 1.2L 3-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 28 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 182.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,029–3,115 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Overview
The 2025 Buick Envista is a small station wagon offered with a 1.2L 3-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 183 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,029 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (28 city / 32 highway), 12% better than the 2025 small station wagon average of 26.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Envista — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Envista →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Bupyeong, South Korea
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2025 Envista configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 182.7 in | 71.7 in | 61.4 in | 106.3 in | 61.4 / 61.4 in | 3,029 lb | 61/39 |
| Avenir 4dr SUV | 182.7 in | 71.7 in | 61.4 in | 106.3 in | 61.4 / 61.4 in | 3,115 lb | 61/39 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Envista | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 32 / 30 | +12% | $2,250 | 296 |
| Envista FFV | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 32 / 30 | +12% | $2,250 | 297 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 BUICK ENVISTA SUV FWD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 15.5% |
| 2025 Buick Envista Early Release SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.5% |
Similar 2025 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Buick Envista (this car) | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2025 Honda HR-V | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 Chevrolet Trax | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Aug 20, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V539000 · 306,511 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2025 Buick Envista, 2024-2026 Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, if necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 17, 2026. Another letter will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A262554900. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Not every 2025 Buick Envista is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Buick Envista buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 14 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Engine — 5 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Service Brakes — 4 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 3,000 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 2025 Buick Envista. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Envista years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Envista | 30 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
| 2024 Envista | 30 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 57 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Buick. How we calculate this →