2017 Buick Envision Preferred

The Envision is Buick's compact SUV, a five-seat crossover that sits between the smaller Encore and the three-row Enclave. It rides smoothly and quietly, with a composed feel that makes highway trips easy. The steering is light and the body stays level through corners, though it's not a sporty handler. Inside, you get a well-built cabin with soft-touch materials and comfortable seats, plus decent cargo space for a small family. The Preferred is the base trim, and it skips the Essence's leather upholstery and power liftgate but keeps the same 2.5L engine and front-wheel drive. Its 2.5L I4 makes 197 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, which is adequate for daily driving and returns 25 mpg combined.