The 2026 Buick Envista is the third model year for the first-gen, U.S.-spec crossover. It continues to be Buick’s most affordable model, contributing to GM’s dominant lead in subcompact crossover sales in the U.S. Now, GM Authority has learned when production of the 2026 Buick Envista is scheduled to get under way.
According to sources familiar with the matter, the start of regular production (SORP) for the 2026 Buick Envista is currently scheduled for July 7th, 2025. Dealers can start submitting orders on May 15th, 2025. These dates are the same for the mechanically related 2026 Chevy Trax. These dates are subject to change between now and then.
No significant changes are expected for the 2026 model year. As is the case with the 2026 Buick Encore GX, the Tri-Shield brand’s other subcompact crossover, we’re expecting the Envista to drop the Cinnabar Metallic (GFM) paint and add Brilliant Red (GAS). Also, as is the case with the Encore GX, a tire inflator kit should be added as standard equipment and the 16-inch compact spare tire (RPO SJQ) would become a standalone option.
Pricing is forthcoming for the 2026 Buick Envista, but we expect it to be similar to the 2025 model. The 2025 Buick Envista starts at $23,995 for the base Preferred trim, $25,795 for the Sport Touring (ST) model, and $29,695 for the top Avenir model. 2026 could be the year that the starting price for the Envista Avenir crosses the $30k mark.
As GM Authority covered previously, the Buick Envista now cradles a new E85-compatible engine, making it flex-fuel capable. The new turbocharged 1.2L I3 LBP flex-fuel engine produces 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque, matching the output figures of the turbocharged 1.2L I3 LIH gasoline engine equipped previously.
As a reminder, the Buick Envista rides on the GM VSS-F vehicle set, while production takes place at the GM Bupyeong plant in South Korea.
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More spare tire deletions. Consumer Reports, attack! And they will and blast it all over media. There are safer ways to cut costs. They already made the seat buckle receivers so short to save pennies that you spend a half hour just trying to buckle the belt. This applies to the Trax, GX and Trailblazer too. How cheap CAN you get?
I now understand why production dates are so early (April for the GX and Trailblazer). Our 2024 GX was built in November 2023 and arrived at the dealership in April 2024. Where it sat until we bought it in November 2024. Had to cross the Pacific and get from Cali to South Carolina. Unacceptable, really.
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A lot are being ordered with the stand alone spare because dealers know folks would rather have it than the inflator. Proving gm doesn’t always know best sadly.
When you say, ‘they always know best’, you mean that ‘they’ think that they do.
Way to go, GM Color & Trim people. Trade away the gorgeous Cinnabar Red for a bright red. I cannot believe this is happening.
Agree 100%.
What they need to do is improve the overall safety and headlight performance. The rear brake lights are also ridiculous. This is a good looking car but is the absolute epitome of getting what you pay for.
This vehicle is basically entry-level Hyundai or Kia level quality…with the exception that a Hyundai or Kia would be a better choice. This is coming from someone that considers Hyundai or Kia the last resort when considering a new car.