Buick Envision sales increased in the United States and Canada but decreased in Mexico during the first quarter of 2023.
Buick Envision Sales - Q1 2023 - United States
In the United States, Buick Envision deliveries totaled 14,077 units in Q1 2023, an increase of about 242 percent compared to 4,118 units sold in Q1 2022.| MODEL | Q1 2023 / Q1 2022 | Q1 2023 | Q1 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENVISION | +241.84% | 14,077 | 4,118 |
Buick Envision Sales - Q1 2023 - Canada
In Canada, Buick Envision deliveries totaled 1,075 units in Q1 2023, an increase of about 158 percent compared to 417 units sold in Q1 2022.| MODEL | Q1 2023 / Q1 2022 | Q1 2023 | Q1 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENVISION | +157.79% | 1,075 | 417 |
Buick Envision Sales - Q1 2023 - Mexico
In Mexico, Buick Envision deliveries totaled 60 units in Q1 2023, a decrease of about 38 percent compared to 96 units sold in Q1 2022.| MODEL | Q1 2023 / Q1 2022 | Q1 2023 | Q1 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENVISION | -37.50% | 60 | 96 |
Competitive Sales Comparison (USA)
Buick Envision sales put the small premium crossover in second place among 10 entries when ranked by sales volume. The Lexus NX remained at the top, as it has for more than a year now, with a 54 percent swell in sales to 15,556 units. The Buick Envision placed second with a segment-best 242 percent leap to 14,077 units and within 1.5K deliveries of first place. The Acura RDX followed in third with a 14 percent slide to 6,809 units, and the Cadillac XT4 (see running Cadillac XT4 sales), the Envision’s corporate cousin and E2 platform mate, took fourth place with an 83 percent jump to 6,773 units and within a mere 36 deliveries of third.
The two entries from Mercedes-Benz, the GLB-Class and GLA-Class, placed fifth and sixth, respectively, within about 50 deliveries of each other. The GLB-Class posted a 22 percent bump to 4,302 units while the GLA-Class had a 74 percent jump to 4,250 units. The Lincoln Corsair (see running Lincoln Corsair sales) took seventh place with 42 percent drop to 4,023 units, followed by the Audi Q3 in eighth with a 26 percent slide to 3,855 units. The two entries from BMW, the X1 and X2, placed ninth and tenth, respectively, to round out the list. The X1 posted a 44 percent bump to 3,171 units while the X2 posted a 91 percent drop to just 78 deliveries.
Sales Numbers - Luxury C-Segment Crossovers - Q1 2023 - USA
| MODEL | Q1 23 / Q1 22 | Q1 23 | Q1 22 | Q1 23 SHARE | Q1 22 SHARE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEXUS NX | +53.88% | 15,556 | 10,109 | 25% | 22% |
| BUICK ENVISION | +241.84% | 14,077 | 4,118 | 22% | 9% |
| ACURA RDX | -13.57% | 6,809 | 7,878 | 11% | 17% |
| CADILLAC XT4 | +83.00% | 6,773 | 3,701 | 11% | 8% |
| MERCEDES-BENZ GLB-CLASS | +22.08% | 4,302 | 3,524 | 7% | 7% |
| MERCEDES-BENZ GLA-CLASS | +73.89% | 4,250 | 2,444 | 7% | 5% |
| LINCOLN CORSAIR | -42.07% | 4,023 | 6,944 | 6% | 15% |
| AUDI Q3 | -26.37% | 3,855 | 5,236 | 6% | 11% |
| BMW X1 | +43.94% | 3,171 | 2,203 | 5% | 5% |
| BMW X2 | -90.66% | 78 | 835 | 0% | 2% |
| TOTAL | +33.84% | 62,894 | 46,992 |
From a segment share standpoint, the Envision posted a 22 percent share, up a segment-best 13 percentage points. The NX led with a 25 percent segment share, up three percentage points year-over-year. The RDX held an 11 eight percent, down six percentage points. The XT4 also earned an 11 percent share, but up three percentage points. The GLB-Class maintained a seven percent share and the GLA-Class also held a seven percent share, but up two percentage points. The Corsair posted a six percent share, down a segment-worst nine percentage points. The Q3 also earned a six percent share, but down five percentage points. Finally, the X1 maintained a five percent share, while the X2’s share was nil.
The luxury C-crossover segment grew 34 percent to 62,894 units in Q1 2023, meaning Envision sales significantly outperformed the segment average.
Sales Numbers - GM Luxury C-Segment Crossovers - Q1 2023 - USA
| MODEL | Q1 23 / Q1 22 | Q1 23 | Q1 22 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUICK ENVISION | +241.84% | 14,077 | 4,118 |
| CADILLAC XT4 | +83.00% | 6,773 | 3,701 |
| TOTAL | +166.66% | 20,850 | 7,819 |
Combining Cadillac XT4 sales with those of the Buick Envision gives GM a combined 20,850 deliveries for a 33 percent segment share, catapulting The General to the top of the luxury C-crossover segment while claiming a full third of all deliveries in this space.
Sales Numbers - MBZ Luxury C-Segment Crossovers - Q1 2023 - United States
| MODEL | Q1 23 / Q1 22 | Q1 23 | Q1 22 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES-BENZ GLA-CLASS | +73.89% | 4,250 | 2,444 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ GLB-CLASS | +22.08% | 4,302 | 3,524 |
| TOTAL | +43.30% | 8,552 | 5,968 |
Combining the two Mercedes-Benz offerings, the GLA-Class and GLB-Class, yields the German automaker 8,552 sales for a 14 percent segment share and good enough to place third ahead of Acura.
Sales Numbers - BMW Luxury C-Segment Crossovers - Q1 2023 - USA
| MODEL | Q1 23 / Q1 22 | Q1 23 | Q1 22 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X1 | +43.94% | 3,171 | 2,203 |
| BMW X2 | -90.66% | 78 | 835 |
| TOTAL | +6.95% | 3,249 | 3,038 |
Finally, combining the two BMW offerings, the X1 and X2, nets the Bavarian automaker 3,249 deliveries for a five percent segment share to remain in last place.
The GM Authority Take
Buick Envision sales soared during Q1, keeping the compact premium crossover in second place in its segment, in much the same way as it did last quarter, and within 1.5K deliveries of first. Even better, combining sales of the Envision with the Cadillac XT4 pushed GM to the top of the segment to account for a third of all deliveries.
We attribute the healthy uptick to GM having remedied parts and supply chain issues for the model. Overall, Buick’s new vehicle inventory stood at a 120 days supply in February, though slightly down from more than 140 days supply as of the end of December 2022 and 121 days supply in November. A 60-day supply is considered optimal in the U.S. auto industry by many automotive sales organizations such as the National Automotive Dealers Association (NADA). For reference, a 60-day inventory level means that dealerships have enough inventory on hand to sustain sales volume for roughly the next 60 days.
With inventory levels continuing to strengthen and a refreshed Envision on the way to bolster the product, we expect sales of the Tri-Shield brand’s compact premium crossover to continue upward as it nips at the heels of the perpetual segment-leading Lexus NX for top honors.
About Buick Envision
The 2023 Buick Envision represents the third model year of the crossover’s second generation. It remains largely unchanged from the 2022 Buick Envision save for a few updates to the color palette and equipment, including new standard equipment added to the Avenir trim level.
The crossover continues to be powered solely by GM’s turbocharged 2.0L I4 LSY gasoline engine, rated at 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. The four-cylinder is mated to the GM nine-speed automatic transmission, with front-wheel-drive standard and all-wheel-drive optional.
In December Consumer Reports named Buick Envision among the best vehicles to fit three child car seats, and in January it gave the 2023 Buick Envision a “recommended” rating.
Refreshed 2024 Buick Envision in base S trim
The 2024 Buick Envision will introduce a mid-cycle refresh that includes new styling and a revised interior. Back in October of last year we spied a refreshed 2024 Buick Envision testing in prototype form. Recently images of the refreshed 2024 Buick Envision S leaked in China showing the front fascia with the brand’s Pure Design language and the Tri-Shield brand’s new corporate face introduced on the most recent models such as the first-ever 2024 Buick Envista and refreshed 2024 Buick Encore GX.
About The Numbers
- All percent change figures compared to Buick Envision sales in Q1 2022, unless noted otherwise
- In the United States, there were 75 selling days for Q1 2023 and 75 selling days for Q1 2022
- GM Q1 2023 sales reports:
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Comments
Awesome news for an amazing vehicle! The Envision is as well built as any vehicle in the world. Buick has a great balanced attractive premium offering here, and just as clear for all to see, a sales winner! (And the refreshed model is fantastic looking, and coming soon). Congratulations again to Madam Barra, GM and Buick…… good job!
This sounds like CCP propaganda at its finest!
It’s a beautiful car at a decent price.
NEXT WEEK WILL BE 14 MONTHS SINCE I PLACED MY ORDER FOR A BUICK ENVISION ESSENCE. AS A RETIRED
G.M. EMPLOYEE I KNOW WE COULD DO BETTER. THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH HAVING THIS BEAUTIFUL
PRODUCT BUILT IN CHINA. THE 1ST QUARTER SOLD OVER 10 THOUSAND UNITS IN THE STATES VS LESS THAN 2
THOUSAND IN CANADA. THE ONLY THING I CAN SAY IS SEND US THE CARS WE WILL BUY THEM.
On you being an american auto worker buying a non-union chinese car:
It’s you conscience. Hopefully your decision won’t eventually cost you your pension!
Proof on how many read and use CR ratings. One quarter after the ratings report, sales jumped.
One year in the 1990’s working at Sears, suddenly many customers were asking for a particular lawn mower. It was last years model number. Each years Sears changed model numbers. When I asked, one stated it was rated number one by CR.
Nice SUV but that new nose ruins it.
These are starting to show up all over the place on the roads here in the Northeast. Then I remember it is imported from China and it just makes me sad that people are seemingly so willing to buy one of these. I would wager that over 80% of purchasers have no idea whatsoever that it is imported from China. There are some goods that I buy that are made in China simply because there is no US or “trade compliant” alternative. However something like a $40K+ vehicle is an absolute no if made in China.
And Envision buyers probably do not realize that 25% of the purchase price of the Envision goes to the US government in the form of a tariff. It is essentially paying $50,000 for a $37,500 vehicle.
Cry about it.
This sounds like CCP propaganda at its finest! The Envision forces you to spend $1,500 extra for OnStar which GM has never made a profit on in 29 years. It is a useless system that can be duplicated on a users existing
cell phone, and is buried in the purchase price. And be aware that GM is “handing” American technology to China with every vehicle sold.
I find the sales numbers bs as canadain car lots are bare to the bone if you want to sell cars put them on the lot covid is not the problem any more
Personally I think this will be as good as it gets. The current model is a very attractive vehicle. That new front end and overall design language is not nearly as sporty looking (to me). Perhaps that is what the market wants though…
Yeah, was thinking same. Pure is bland & reminds me of Ford Escape. There is an obvious market for Buick and, due to a less expensive price point, the brand could easily equal Lexus within a few years.
Hopefully GM hasn’t ruined things adding a new design language that isn’t necessary
We test drove one this week and were all set to buy it.nice ride, attractive.than i read the fine print ,country of origin:CHINA ,Mexico. No purchase here.Support American workers, buy American made products. Simple as that.
You’re posting on GM Authority and somehow you didn’t know that this vehicle is built in China until you read the fine print at the dealer?
If it wasn’t China made, it be $10k more. US workers demand sick leave, medical, pension or 401k, more than two weeks vacation. It all adds up. Not that USA workers can’t do the Job and are good workers. If you have an iPhone, parts made in the USA, final assembly in China.
Bought the 2022 Avenir trim last August. Have been very happy with the car as it rides so smoothly and quietly, and has a very decent amount of torque when having to pass on the freeway. In my 8000 miles so far of both freeway and city driving, the Avenir has a combined average of 28.4mpg. My wife thinks my Emvision seats are more comfy than her 2016 Enclave top of the line Premium seats. Glad I bought it when I did because the upcoming front design looks hideous!! I was a bit nervous about it being assembled in China, but fit and finish is perfect so far.