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View Photos of the 2021 Buick Envision Avenir AWD

Admin February 24, 2021

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Andi HedrickCar and Driver

The redesigned 2021 Buick Envision enters its second generation with more attractive styling, lots of popular features, and a new range-topping Avenir trim level. But it needs to feel more satisfying to stand out amongst other compact luxury SUVs.

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The new Envision benefits from a much prettier appearance and more pleasing proportions that should help it gain recognition on the street.

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The top-of-the-line Avenir trim level makes its debut on the 2021 Envision, bringing exclusive exterior features such as shiny 20-inch wheels and a unique mesh grille design.

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Inside, the top-tier Avenir boasts quilted leather-appointed front seats, a digital rearview mirror, heated outboard rear seats, a massage function for the driver’s seat, and wireless charging.

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Every Envision is available with a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system that includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

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Although the Buick’s dashboard is canted towards the driver, some of the controls are still hard to reach and the layout clashes with the Envision’s luxury-oriented aesthetic.

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Under the hood, the Envision is powered by a 228-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four-cylinder engine. It mates with a nine-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive.

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Every Envision comes standard with a suite of driver-assistance technology that includes forward-collision warning with automated emergency braking, automatic high-beams, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and rear cross-traffic alert.

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Only the Avenir model is available with the Technology II package that adds enhanced automated emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, self-parking assist, adaptive dampers, and more.

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Those who want a sportier appearance than the chrome-laden Avenir can opt for the new Sport Touring appearance package. Available on the Preferred and Essence models, it adds dark-finished 20-inch wheels and other dark-gloss exterior bits.

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The Buick Envision starts at $32,955 for the base Preferred model. The mid-level Essence starts at $36,995. And the Avenir opens at $41,395. All-wheel drive is available on all models for $1800.

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