2023 Buick Envision vs. 2023 GMC Acadia Review

Picture of the 2023 Buick Envision

2023 Buick
Envision

MSRP*: $33,400 to $47,460
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Picture of the 2023 GMC Acadia

2023 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,600
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 19 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG 26 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 52.7 ft3 79.0 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 228 - 310 hp
Exterior Length 182.5 in 193.4 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.6 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Buick Envision than the GMC Acadia. The GMC Acadia offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Buick Envision, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
With the GMC Acadia, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Buick Envision, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Envision will have less of an impact on your bank account than the GMC Acadia.

Dimensions
The Buick Envision is a little narrower than the GMC Acadia, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Buick Envision, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the GMC Acadia.

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

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Buick Envision and the GMC Acadia.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Buick Envision and the GMC Acadia are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Buick Envision has less seating than the GMC Acadia, making the GMC Acadia the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Buick Envision has significantly less cargo capacity than the GMC Acadia.