2024 BMW X1 vs. 2023 Buick Envision Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW X1

2024 BMW
X1

MSRP*: $40,500 to $49,900
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Picture of the 2023 Buick Envision

2023 Buick
Envision

MSRP*: $33,400 to $47,460
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 34 MPG 29 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 - 57.2 ft3 52.7 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 228 hp
Exterior Length 177.2 - 177.4 in 182.5 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 74.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 40.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Head Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.9 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Buick Envision than in the BMW X1, due to its greater head- and legroom. The BMW X1 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Buick Envision.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X1 as you will with the Buick Envision, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW X1 is somewhat more expensive than the Buick Envision.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X1 is much slimmer than the Buick Envision, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The BMW X1 is slightly shorter than the Buick Envision, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW X1 has the same turning radius as the Buick Envision, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X1 has a little more horsepower than the Buick Envision.

Powertrain
The BMW X1 has much lower torque than the Buick Envision, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X1 and the Buick Envision. The BMW X1 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Buick Envision.