Just last week, GM Authority was the first to report that General Motors was set to drop the Buick Encore after the 2022 model year, per GM Authority sources. Although Buick never officially confirmed as much, Buick spokespeople have since indicated that the brand will continue to offer four distinct SUV models. Which begs the question – what’s the fourth Buick crossover?
As it stands, Buick currently offers the Encore, the Encore GX, the Envision, and the Enclave. However, with the departure of the non-GX Encore following the 2022 model year, a spot opens up in the lineup. To fill that gap, Buick will offer the three-row variant of the Buick Envision, which is expected to debut in North America within the next year.
As for the naming, the new three-row variant Buick Envision may be called the Envision GX. Another possibility is that it will adopt the Envision Plus nameplate, as it’s known in the Chinese market. Alternatively, the model may adopt a new name entirely. Either way, the model will fill the space between the compact Envision and the full-size Enclave with regard to the Buick crossover lineup.
Buick Envision Plus
At this point, it’s also worth mentioning that this new fourth Buick crossover will not be the fully electric Buick crossover set to debut this summer. As GM Authority covered last month, GM previously teased a new Buick EV model with a single close-cropped image showing what we presume to be a front lighting signature, including a checkmark design and inscribed Buick script on the housing.
Although the teaser did not include any specific name for the new Buick EV, there are a few possibilities, such as Buick Electra or the Buick Velite, per recent GM trademark filings uncovered by GM Authority.
Buick Envision Plus
As for the fourth Buick crossover model, we can look to the new Envision Plus sold in China for an indication of what to expect with regard to sizing. Highlights include styling similar to the standard Envision, plus an extended length that’s 8.2 inches longer for the Plus model. The Plus model is also 2.1 inches longer with regard to the wheelbase.
Stay tuned as we dig deeper into the upcoming Buick crossover lineup, and make sure to subscribe to GM Authority for more Buick news and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
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Me hoping it would be a sedan.
Yeah, I miss the regal and regal tourx
… miss more the 1963 GM Buick Riviera or even the Buick Avenir if it had the chrome frame around windshield and rear window
Those didn’t sell. I bet I have only seen one Regal and one TourX out on the roads.
I’m with you.
me too. but no, again another flimsy
Me three! Enough with the Crossover only lineups.
The comfortable, plush American sedan is a staple! Now they are all gone except for the Cadillac, which has never been a favorite of mine. I’ll take a Bonneville or a Cutlass, which were great cars, but all gone! Malibu is just OK, but not happy about the power plant….After a zillion years, I may have to say Bye to GM. I just don’t care for SUVs – for one thing I can’t see out of them and all the mirrors, etc. don’t cut it. Another thing is they just are not plush and comfortable, and most are underpowered. Have never owned a foreign car, but may have to look around. Also, the engine on/off is a nightmare! Whose brainchild was that?
I had a 2005 Buick LeSabre with a 3.8 V6, 135,000 miles. Drove that from Endicott NY to San Fran, Cal. What a car! What a ride. Sold it and as far as I know, it’s still on the rode….
Too bad that you got rid of it. That was my favorite generation of all LeSabres.
well I gave up on it ever coming here so I bought a ’22 Acadia SLT. Wanted something sized between Envision and Enclave. So far so good with the GMC.
Don’t care for the Chrysler minivan copycat rear styling or the Chinese origin. Is it asking too much to want an original American product from a supposed American automaker? Seriously if I wanted Asian cars the Japanese do them well. If I didn’t value domestic production, the germans have a wealth of attractive choices. And if I was smarter instead of stubbornly patriotic, the Koreans are really on a tear as of late. Who exactly does Buick expect to woo with such an offering? Even my aged parents have awakened to the fact that their beloved Buick is now worse for America than mazda, which they bought instead.
… what is the hell of German attractive choice ?… when see in streets and car dealers or Tv, see none
it was in far past, for example, 1980 Mercedes benz 280 Se, or 500 S… but now… noo, really no, no
Is that Acadia/XT6-based? The hard points and cladding look very similar is scale. If GM is moving the Acadia back up to Traverse size, then it would make sense to plug the hole the current Acadia size leaves with a Buick model (same showroom).
Once again, that looks very nice in that dark maroon color with Avinir trim. Love the solid color without the ugly black plastic around the wheels/bottom. It looks nice.
Now GM/Buick, bring out a couple sedans (cars!!!).
I still hope for the Avista
The Envision is the best looking Buick in the line-up currently. This is what a proper small luxury CUV supposed to look like.
I agree it is a nice looking vehicle. My only gripe is that it seems too feminine for me. Like back when the Acadia and Traverse first came out. The Traverse just had more styling features that were softer, rounder, and put off a female vibe to me.
I’m also not sold on the push button transmission yet. Seems clunky to me. Wish it had the same controls as the Enclave.
Can we just call something the Park Avenue…
I’m a GM/Buick guy. If Encore manufacturing goes to China, I’ve bought my last (2020). It’s become very difficult to get anything GM with a V6. Where will this all end?
I agree, I’m still wanting a decently powered V6. Unfortunately the only things offered these days are too expensive for me. I really like the styling of the XT4, and actually like the Encore GX, but 1.3L and turbo 4cyls take me back to when I started driving in the import tuner world. Feels like a step back to me.
I will buy an American engineered and designed Toyota instead. There is no need to buy this anti-American piece of garbage.
GM is now Chinese Motors! They could care less about the American buyer. I’ve avoided Honda and Toyota for years, but it looks like my choices will change. At least some American workers are involved in their builds.
BTW……..what happens when China takes over all American companies in the mainland? GM has sold out America!
I have been waiting for the Buick Enspire EV for 5 Years, Can’t wait any longer GM you are to Slow !!!!
if its not built in AMERICA its a NO
So if it’s built here under a foreign name it’s ok then like the Tundra?
What happened to my comfortable, spacious, luxurious Buick sedans? Not a fan of SUVs, but stuck with them. Not a Caddy fan, so GM is a big disappointment. Over the years, I have to say I have never had a repair bill with any of the GMs I have owned, and they include the Bonneville, Olds, etc. as well as Buicks. Never should have traded in my Lucerne! Anyway I stick with Buick for the quality. But, one thing has to go – that engine on/off nonsense. After enough accidents, I think GM will get rid of it.
Anne O’Hear: I’m really more of a Buick guy myself. I’ve owned many of them and sold them for 12 years. Many within my family too. I’ve also owned many sedans and many SUV’s over the years. For now (this could change), I’m just sick of SUV’s now. My last couple cars have been sedans. Anyhow, I would highly encourage you to look at the Chevrolet Malibu. I just got a 2021 LT with the 1.5L and CVT. I am much more impressed with this car so far than I thought after nearly a month. If you really want something more luxury, I’d go with the Premium (or Premier??) trim. The top trim anyhow. It comes with the 2.0L turbo with a lot more power, no start/stop (although my car has the on/off button in easy reach), and a lot of standard features. I think you would appreciate it.
Buick needs to offer a version of the Malibu as the Regal with exclusive Buick style and features.
DB they could help out Malibu with a larger engine.
Name it the Envision Vista Cruiser.
Nice looking vehicle should be a hit for Buick 👍👍
Handsome, and fits the luxury segment far better than anything offered by Cadillac. I dislike these vehicles being designed (& often built) in China but this keeps costs down & takes advantage of J/V cost sharing.
Hope next Camaro, if built, has a Buick variant. Avista was tweaked & us being sold as a SAIC MG EV. Top Gear swears that the two models aren’t connected but they share identical exterior design aside from front fascia. This could serve as a great EV GNX with a reskinned variant for Camaro