DecodedCars2026 Buick Envista
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, Avenir 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 1.2L 3-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- FFV, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 28 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 182.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,029–3,115 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Overview
The 2026 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), 13% better than the 2026 small station wagon average of 26.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Envista — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Envista →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Bupyeong, South Korea
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2026 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 FFV FFV | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 32 / 30 | +13% | $2,250 | 297 |
| Envista | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 32 / 30 | +13% | $2,250 | 296 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Buick Envista.
Similar 2026 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Buick Envista (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Subaru Impreza | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Honda HR-V | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Nissan Leaf | 303 mi | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Chevrolet Trax | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Buick Envista.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Buick Envista is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Envista years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Envista | 30 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 33 |
| 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 →