New vehicle prices remain stubbornly high, and that includes new vehicle delivery costs, as well. Notably, each of GM’s U.S. brands is trending upward when it comes to the destination freight charge (DFC), and the Tri-Shield brand is no different. Now, we’re taking a closer look at the latest DFC figures for the Buick lineup.
GM’s recent DFC adjustments affect the majority of the U.S. Buick portfolio. The 2025 Enclave now carries a destination charge of $1,495, up $100 from the previous $1,395. Similarly, the Encore GX sees a DFC increase of $100, up from $1,295 to $1,395. The Envista, which recently received price hikes across all trim levels, also carries a higher destination fee, rising from $1,295 to $1,395, mirroring the increased DFC for the Encore GX.
Interestingly, the Envision is the only model in the U.S. lineup that isn’t affected by the latest DFC increases, staying static at $1,395. This is in spite of the fact that the Envision is assembled in China, arguably the biggest target in President Trump’s new tariffs and new trade policy. While the long-term effects of the tariffs remain uncertain, they are expected to eventually impact vehicle pricing as GM passes some of the additional costs on to consumers.
| Previous DFC | New DFC | Increase | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enclave | $1,395 | $1,495 | $100 |
| Encore GX | $1,295 | $1,395 | $100 |
| Envision | $1,395 | $1,395 | $0 |
| Envista | $1,295 | $1,395 | $100 |
The recent DFC increases also arrive alongside several MSRP adjustments. As covered previously, the base price for the 2025 Enclave increased by $100 for the Preferred trim and $200 for the Sport Touring and Avenir trims. Meanwhile, pricing for the 2025 Envista rose by $1,100 for the Preferred trim, $800 for the Sport Touring, and $200 for the Avenir, figures which include the prior DFC hike from $1,095 to $1,295.
Given that the Envision, Envista, and Encore GX are all assembled outside the United States, the impact of the latest import tariffs is likely a major concern for Buick’s U.S. strategy. In fact, it remains unclear how the brand will survive in the U.S. in the event that Trump’s tariffs go fully into effect.
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Acura seems to be doing fine building their cars in the US. No complaints heard from them.
I don’t even know why they are built in Korea to begin with its not like they are selling well over there anyways.
Buick selling very well, actually.
As for the Envision not getting the charge increase, well yes. Don’t wanna make the Chinese mad now. Oh no god forbid we do that.
I really want to see if Xi will receive the same amount of damnation over a Taiwan invasion as Putin did with Ukraine. Knowing people these days they will just turn the other cheek even though an invasion of Taiwan would have far more casualties.
probably not messing with it because they are thinking on or planning to just cancel the line.
I would have bought a Buick if it were made here ,have owned many.Lincoln too not made here. Someone spoke up people realize what has been going on.Bankrupt Buick and Lincoln .So many US made choices anyway.
Korean assembled Buicks have very high quality standards. US union assembly is shoddy at best.
Just a quick thought MAKE THEM IN AMERICA. ,,MARY likes to put foreign workers to work NOT Americans..
When US union assembly is the same as Korean assembled vehicles, then you have a point. US union assembled vehicles are shoddy in comparison.
Mary Barra has written 3 books. She is super educationed in management + all business matters. I bet you have no more than a grade 12 education. It sounds like. Maybe you should educate your self and get a Masters in business before you complain about some one else.
If you are so smart WHY are You not running General Motors ? P.H.D in B. S. maybe.??
New vehicle prices remain stubbornly high. I will stubbornly remain on the sideline.