2018 Buick Envision problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2018 Buick Envision get?

The 2018 Buick Envision has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Q: How much is a 2018 Buick Envision worth?

Comparable 2018 Buick Envision listings run roughly $23,995–$29,260, typically around $26,238 (from 8 vehicles).

2018 Buick Envision at a glance

Owner complaints13

Combined22–25 mpg

Typical price$26,238

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2018 Buick Envision common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Back Over Prevention

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2018 Buick Envision MPG & running costs

Combined22–25 mpg

City21 mpg

Highway27 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,083

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2018 Buick Envision worth?

Low

$23,995

Typical price

$26,238

High

$29,260

From 8 comparable 2018 Buick Envision listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Buick Envision costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,415

Fuel only$15,415

Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.