2018 Buick Envision Preferred

The Envision is Buick's compact crossover, the one that sits between the subcompact Encore and the three-row Enclave. It drives with a composed, easygoing character that suits daily commuting and highway cruising well. The ride is tuned for comfort, soaking up bumps without feeling floaty, and the cabin stays quiet at speed. Inside, you get a well-built cabin with plenty of soft-touch materials, and rear seats offer decent space for adults. The Preferred is the entry-level Envision, sitting below the Essence and Premium trims, and it comes with front-wheel drive as standard. Its 2.5L I4 makes 197 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, which delivers smooth, predictable power for daily driving and returns 25 mpg combined. You can upgrade to all-wheel drive on the Preferred, but in its base form it keeps the price down while still offering a comfortable, quiet ride.