The 2024 Envista is an all-new model in the Buick lineup. (Fig. 11) With a long wheelbase, low roof and the sleek profile of Buick’s new design language, it offers the cargo space and utility of a small SUV along with the sporty proportions and ride dynamics of a sedan.
Fig. 11
There are three distinct trims: Preferred, Sport Touring (ST) with a sporty interior and dark tinted exterior accents (Fig. 12), and the luxurious Avenir with exclusive chrome finishes, a three-dimensional woven grille pattern and clear tinted tail lamps.
Fig. 12
Interior Design
The interior design of the Envista is centered around the Ultrawide Infotainment Display that features an 11-inch diagonal HD color infotainment touchscreen and an 8-inch diagonal color driver display. (Fig. 13) The Envista uses the Global A electrical architecture.
Fig. 13
The driver display can be customized with a choice of several display layouts. To view the Gauge Faces menu (Fig. 14), press and hold the thumbwheel on the right side of the steering wheel for 2 seconds.
Fig. 14
The infotainment system (RPO IVA) connects to the cluster display using an LVDS cable. The infotainment system features standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. An available wireless phone charging pad is in the center console along with USB-A and USB-C ports.
Note: Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple, Inc. Android and Android Auto are trademarks of Google LLC. User terms and privacy statements apply.
The infotainment system can display the status of a number of vehicle systems, including maintenance items and gauges, which also can be set to be viewed on the cluster display. Select the Vehicle Status icon on the infotainment screen for access to the Maintenance, Gauges and Trip menus. (Fig. 15)
Fig. 15
Storage capabilities of the Envista include up to 42 cubic feet of room with the 40/60-split rear seats folded, providing enough space for 7-foot items (stowed diagonally). A power liftgate is available on Preferred and ST trims and standard on the Avenir trim.
Powertrain
Powering the Envista is a 1.2L turbocharged engine (RPO LIH) and Hydra-Matic 6T40 6-speed automatic transmission (RPO MNH). The engine produces a GM-estimated 136 horsepower and 162 lb.-ft. of torque while delivering a GM-estimated combined 30 mpg (U.S.).
The DOHC, direct-injected 1.2L engine (Fig. 16) features an aluminum block and cylinder heads for lightweight, efficient operation. The engine is equipped with a central direct injection system that consists of 3 separate direct injection fuel injectors, one high pressure fuel rail, and a high pressure fuel feed pipe that connects the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail. The engine cooling system uses an Active Thermal Management strategy to maintain an ideal engine operating temperature during all engine speeds and operating conditions.
Fig. 16
The single-scroll turbocharger is mounted to the cylinder head. It uses an air-to-air charge air cooler system, mounted on top of the radiator, which draws in fresh air through a heat exchanger to reduce the temperature of the warmer compressed air forced through the intake system. Inlet air temperature can be reduced by up to 100°C (180°F), which enhances performance due to the higher density of oxygen in the cooled air that promotes optimal combustion. The charge air cooler is connected to the turbocharger and to the throttle body by flexible ductwork that requires the use of special high torque fastening clamps. In order to prevent any type of air leak when servicing the ductwork, the tightening specifications and proper positioning of the clamps is critical and must be strictly adhered to.
Suspension System
The front suspension of the Envista is a MacPherson strut design with coil-over springs and a direct-acting stabilizer bar. The standard rear suspension is a torsion beam with coil springs, while a Watts Link suspension is available on the ST trim and standard on the Avenir trim. (Fig. 17)
Each trim level features a specific wheel size:
- Preferred – 17-inch aluminum wheels
- ST – 18-inch high-gloss black painted aluminum wheels
- Avenir – 19-inch Pearl Nickel aluminum wheels.
Fig. 17
Buick Driver Confidence Package
The standard Buick Driver Confidence package has six active safety and driver assistance technologies, including:
- Automatic Emergency Braking (RPO UHY)
- Front Pedestrian Braking (RPO UKJ)
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning (RPO UHX)
- Forward Collision Alert (RPO UEU)
- Following Distance Indicator (RPO UE4)
- IntelliBeam Auto High-beam Headlamps (RPO TQ5)
Other available safety and driver assistance features include Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
Note: Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner.
For more information about the all-new Envista, refer to Bulletin #23-NA-083.
– Thanks to Frank Jakubiec
