2026 Genesis GV70 vs 2025 Buick Envista Avenir: Is Twice the Price Worth It?

Highs

✅ Genesis GV70: Twin-turbo V6 delivers thrilling power

✅ Genesis GV70: Adaptive suspension scans the road ahead

✅ Buick Envista: Head-turning design on a budget

✅ Buick Envista: Excellent fuel economy for daily driving

Lows

👎 Genesis GV70: Only the driver gets the massage seat

👎 Genesis GV70: That $72K sticker shock is real

👎 Buick Envista: No all-wheel drive option

👎 Buick Envista: Too much hard plastic inside

Top 5 Features: Who did it best?

1. Powertrain

🏆 Winner: Genesis GV70

With a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 pushing 375 horsepower and AWD, the GV70 obliterates the Envista’s 1.2L 3-cylinder. It's not even close.

2. Infotainment & Displays

🏆 Winner: Genesis GV70

A massive 27-inch OLED display and 16-speaker B&O system give Genesis the edge over Buick’s 11-inch touchscreen and basic 6-speaker setup.

3. Interior Comfort

🏆 Winner: Genesis GV70

Heated, ventilated, and massaging Nappa leather seats vs. heated leather-appointed seats? The GV70 pampers. The Envista… provides.

4. Fuel Economy

🏆 Winner: Buick Envista

30 MPG combined on regular gas vs. 21 MPG on premium. If you’re budget-conscious, Buick keeps your wallet thicker at the pump.

5. Price-to-Feature Ratio

🏆 Winner: Buick Envista

You won’t find adaptive cruise, wireless CarPlay, and a stylish body for $30K many places. Buick punches way above its weight class here.

Style Clash: Bold Looks at Both Price Points

We recently had the chance to get a head-to-head comparison of two very popular luxury crossovers on the market. And I have to say, Genesis comes out swinging with what can only be described as "Baby Bentley" styling. Ceres Blue paint, 21-inch wheels, and a massive grille scream confidence. Inside, you get Nappa leather, orange seat belts, and a suede headliner, say you're serious about your car game.

The Envista Avenir, while not as dripping in flash, takes major cues from the Wildcat concept. Its Ocean Blue Metallic finish and coupe-like silhouette grab attention, especially considering it starts under $31K. For a daily driver, it doesn’t just look the part, it’s surprised me with how much it delivers at such an affordable cost.

Performance: Twin-Turbo Torque vs Turbo Three-Banger

Under the GV70’s hood is a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 churning out 375 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. Paired with AWD and an 8-speed auto, it delivers a refined but forceful driving experience. Smoothing out the ride, it comes with a suspension that scans the road ahead to prep for bumps. Unreal.

The Envista rolls with a 1.2L turbocharged 3-cylinder. Just 137 hp, but it gets you 30 MPG combined and costs as much as the Genesis. You’re not setting lap records, but it’ll keep your wallet happy on your daily grind.

Interior Comfort: Massage vs Manual

If you want buttery smooth, it’s the GV70 all day. From the heated/massaging driver's seat to the whisper-quiet cabin, it’s like rolling down the highway in a spa. Add in the OLED display, ambient lighting, and tri-zone climate, and you may never want to get out.

The Buick is a simpler experience. Single-zone climate, no power tilt/telescope steering wheel, and fewer plush materials. But it still offers heated leather seats, a surprisingly roomy back seat, and a quiet ride with active noise canceling. You’ll notice the price difference, but not in a painful way.

Tech Game: OLED vs Just Enough

Genesis is loaded with tech: a 27-inch OLED screen, a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, HUD, and wireless Apple CarPlay. The tech is clean, cohesive, and immersive.

Buick gives you an 8-inch driver display and an 11-inch infotainment screen, also with wireless smartphone integration. And while it's not the flashiest setup, it’s intuitive and fast enough to satisfy your everyday needs.

Final Verdict: Bang for Your Buck or Blow the Budget?

The Genesis GV70 is peak luxury for the price. Every detail has been obsessed over. From the engine to the cabin, it feels worth every penny… if you've got the pennies.

But don’t sleep on the Buick. It’s efficient, stylish, and makes a case as the smart luxury buy for someone not trying to flex with a second mortgage. Buick has long been known for comfort and refinement; this SUV simply brings that legacy to a more accessible price point.

Whether you're chasing horsepower or hunting value, both of these SUVs prove that luxury comes in more than one form. At the end of the day, it’s all about what fits your lifestyle and wallet. No matter which badge you choose, you’re getting a vehicle that delivers on presence, comfort, and everyday usability.

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2026 Genesis GV70 3.5T AWD Sport Prestige Specs:

• 3.5-Liter Twin Turbocharged V6 Engine

  • 375 Horsepower

  • 391 lb-ft of Torque

• 8-Speed Automatic Transmission

• All Wheel Drive

• Drive Mode Selector with 6 Drive Modes

  • Snow

  • Eco

  • Comfort

  • Sport

  • Sport+

  • Custom

• Electronically Controlled Suspension with Road Preview

• McPherson Strut Front Suspension

• Multi-link Independent Rear Suspension

• 21-inch Black Sport Alloy Wheels

• 255/40 R21 Michelin Primacy Tour All-season Tires

  • Temporary Spare Tire

• Seating for 5

• Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

• Heated Outboard Rear Seats

• 60/40 Split Rear Seat with Fold Down Arm Rest

• Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces with Suede Headliner

• 16-way Power Driver Seat including Power Side Bolster & Cushion Extension with 2-Person Memory

• 8-way Power Passenger Seat with Lumbar

• Heated, Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

• Panoramic Moonroof

• Manual Rear Window Sunshades

• 27-inch OLED Digital Instrument Cluster & Color Touchscreen Infotainment Screen

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto

• 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen® Premium Audio System

• Safety Features:

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist

  • Lone Keeping Assist

  • Lane Following Assist

  • Driver Attention Warning

  • Forward Attention Warning

  • Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance-Assist

  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist

  • Parking Distance Warning

  • Parking Collision Avoidance Assist

  • Safe Exit Assist

  • Advanced Rear Occupant Alert

  • Surround View Monitor

  • Blind-Spot View Monitor

  • Highway Driving Assist

  • Intelligent Speed Limit Assist

  • Smart Cruise Control

  • Head-Up Display

• 360º Camera System

• 28.9 Cubic Feet of Storage Space Behind the Rear Seats

• 56.9 Cubic Feet Behind the First Row

• Qi Wireless Charger

• Three-zone Automatic Climate Control

• Full LED Multi-Lense Array Headlights

• Power Opening Rear Liftgate with Handsfree Auto Open

• Proximity Key with Push Button Start

• Remote Smart Parking Assist

• EPA Fuel Economy 18/25/21 (city/hwy/cmb)

• Premium Unleaded Fuel with 17.4 Gal Tank

• Warranty:

  • 5-year/60,000-mile New Vehicle Warranty

  • 10-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Warranty

  • 7-year/Unlimited-mile Anti-Perforation Warranty

  • 3-year/36,000-mile Complimentary Maintenance

  • 3-year/36,000-mile Complimentary Service Valet

  • 3-year/36,000-mile Complimentary Map Care

• Exterior Color: Ceres Blue

• Interior Color: Ultramarine

• Starting Price: $47,985 (2.5T AWD)

• Price as tested: $72,195 (Includes Destination)

2025 Buick Envista Avenir Specs:

• 1.2-Liter Turbocharged 3-Cylinder Engine

  • 137 Horsepower

  • 162 lb-ft of Torque

• 6-speed Automatic Transmission

• Front Wheel Drive

• McPherson Strut Front Suspension

• Watts Link, Compound Crank Rear Suspension

• 19-Inch Avenir Premium Pearl Nickel Aluminum Wheels

• 245/45R19 Continental ProContact All-Season Tires

  • Temporary Spare Tire

• Seating for 5

• Heated Front Seats

• 60/40 Split Rear Seat with Fold Down Arm Rest

• Perforated Leather Appointed Seat Trim

• 8-way Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat with 2-way Lumbar

• 4-way Manual Adjustable Passenger’s Seat

• Heated, Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

• 8-inch Digital Instrument Cluster

• 11-inch Color Touchscreen Infotainment Screen

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto

• 6-speaker Audio System

• Safety & Security Features:

  • Stabilitrak Stability Control System

  • Buick Driver Confidence

  • Intellibeam Headlights

  • Following Distance Indicator

  • Forward Collision Alert

  • Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning

  • Automatic Emergency Braking

  • Front Pedestrian Braking

  • HD Rear Vision Camera

  • Rear Park Assist

  • Rear Cross-traffic Alert

  • Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert

  • Adaptive Cruise Control

  • Rainsense Windshield Wipers

• Back Up Camera

• 20.7 Cubic Feet of Cargo Space Behind the Rear Seats

• 42 Cubic Feet of Cargo Space with the Rear Seats Folded

• Qi Wireless Charger

• Single-zone Automatic Climate Control

• Full LED Headlights

• Power Opening, Height Adjustable Rear Liftgate

• Proximity Key with Push Button Start

• EPA Fuel Economy 28/32/30 (city/hwy/cmb)

• Regular Unleaded Fuel 13.2-Gallon Tank

• Warranty:

  • 3-year/36,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty

  • 5-year/60,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty

  • 5-year/60,000-mile Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation

  • First Maintenance Visit

• Exterior Color: Ocean Blue Metallic

• Interior Color: Ebony with Terracotta Accents

• Starting Price: $23,800 (Preferred)

• Price As Tested: $30,690 (Includes Destination)

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