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2016 Buick Verano

The 2016 Buick Verano is a compact car, rated at 24 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2016 Buick Verano
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Combined MPG
24
NHTSA safety
Starting price
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBuick
ModelVerano
Model year2016
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG21
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG24
CO₂ tailpipe374 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2600

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Verano24 MPG combined
Verano24 MPG combined
Verano24 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City21 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined24 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Verano24 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 24% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$423/mo

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Amount financed
$21,600
Total interest
$3,758
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5-year fuel cost
$8,375

$1,675/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG24
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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)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION16V502000 · 2016-07-05

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS16V595000 · 2016-08-11

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured February 16, 2016, to May 12, 2016, equipped with a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine. The engine fuel line assembly may be misrouted, allowing the fuel line to contact the surface of the engine.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line assembly, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 54180.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Buick Verano?

The 2016 Buick Verano is EPA-rated at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway).

Is the 2016 Buick Verano reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Buick Verano. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2016 Buick Verano?

The 2016 Buick Verano earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Buick Verano?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Buick Verano costs roughly $1,675 per year to fuel, or about $8,375 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Buick Verano?

The 2016 Buick Verano is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC