Against 381 other 4-cyl cars rated 2024–2026, the Envision trails their 26.3 mpg average by 1.3 mpg, about $76 a year.
Every Buick Envision engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 22 / 29 | 2017–2020 | $1,536 | |
| 2L 4-cyl | 22.4 / 29 | 2016–2026 | $1,555 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Toyota RAV4 gets 37.5 mpg, the Jeep Wrangler 18.8 mpg and the Honda CR-V 35 mpg, next to 25 mpg for the 2026 Envision.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2026) | $0.128 |
| Fuel per year | $1,536 |
| Fuel over five years | $7,680 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 2024–2026 | +$76 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,582 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2026 Buick Envision gives up 6 mpg in town: 28 on the highway against 22 in the city, $374 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2026) | 22 mpg | $1,745 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 28 mpg | $1,371 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +6 mpg (27%) | Typical for its type |
How the Envision changed over the years
The Envision peaked in 2023 at 26 mpg (23 city, 31 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2016 at 22 — 4 mpg apart, or $268 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 2026 car does 25. The biggest single-year change came in 2017: 22 to 25 mpg.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 22 / 28 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2025 | 22 / 28 | 1 | $1,600 | |
| 2024 | 22 / 28 | 1 | $1,600 | |
| 2023 | 23 / 31 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2022 | 24 / 31 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2021 | 24 / 31 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2020 | 22 / 29 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2019 | 22 / 29 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2018 | 22 / 29 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2017 | 22 / 29 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2016 | 20 / 26 | 1 | $1,745 |
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How we count
This page rests on 11 EPA ratings of the Buick Envision — 2 engines across 2016–2026. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $2,582. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2026 Buick Envision get?
25 mpg combined, 22 city and 28 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2016 the Envision has averaged 24.8 mpg.
Is the 2026 Envision more efficient than the 2025?
Yes: 25 against 24 mpg combined, about $64 a year less to run.
Which Envision year has the best gas mileage?
The 2023, at 26 mpg combined (23 city, 31 highway).
Does the Envision get better gas mileage than the Toyota RAV4?
No: 25 mpg for the 2026 Envision against 37.5 for the 2026 Toyota RAV4, about $512 a year more to run.
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