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2021 Buick Envision

The 2021 Buick Envision is a compact SUV, rated at 26 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2021 Buick Envision
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Combined MPG
26
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$36,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBuick
ModelEnvision
Model year2021
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S9)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG24
Highway MPG31
Combined MPG26
CO₂ tailpipe341 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2400

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Envision AWD25 MPG combined
Envision FWD26 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City24 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined26 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Envision26 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 19% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$634/mo
Amount financed
$32,400
Total interest
$5,637
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5-year fuel cost
$7,731

$1,546/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG26
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT21V421000 · 2021-06-10

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

    Remedy: The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212338110.

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE22V903000 · 2022-12-08

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2021 Buick Envision?

The 2021 Buick Envision is EPA-rated at 26 MPG combined (24 city / 31 highway).

Is the 2021 Buick Envision reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Buick Envision. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2021 Buick Envision?

The 2021 Buick Envision earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Buick Envision?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Buick Envision costs roughly $1,546 per year to fuel, or about $7,731 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2021 Buick Envision?

The 2021 Buick Envision is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC