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Buick · model year 2026
2026 Buick Envista FFV
Wagon · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Small Station Wagons
Where it places
Against fuel-efficient station wagons
The CarCody take
The 2026 Buick Envista FFV is a small station wagon with front-wheel drive, a 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA combined rating is 30 MPG, with 28 MPG in city driving and 32 MPG on the highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,250.
Good to know
- 30 MPG combined EPA rating
- 32 MPG highway rating
- Front-wheel-drive wagon body
- Six-speed automatic transmission
Watch for
- 28 MPG city rating is lower than highway MPG
- EPA annual fuel cost is $2,250
- Tailpipe CO2 is 297 grams per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a small wagon with front-wheel drive Mixed city and highway commuters
The 2026 Buick Envista FFV makes sense for someone seeking a compact wagon layout without moving to all-wheel drive. The 30 MPG combined rating gives a clear planning number, while the city and highway split helps set expectations for different commutes. Its estimated $2,250 yearly fuel cost is the main ownership figure supplied here. Consider it when body style and straightforward gasoline running costs matter more than a lower urban fuel number.
What it is
The 2026 Buick Envista FFV is a gasoline-powered wagon in the EPA small station wagon class. It uses front-wheel drive, a 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. See more Buick cars.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 30 MPG combined. That rating blends the Envista's 28 MPG city figure and 32 MPG highway figure. A four-MPG gap means highway trips use less fuel than stop-and-go driving.
What it costs to run
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,250. Tailpipe emissions are listed at 297 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
Use 30 MPG combined when placing this Envista beside other small station wagons. Its 28 city and 32 highway ratings show how the result can shift with your route: urban driving pulls the number down, while steady highway travel raises it.
Who it suits
This Envista suits a driver who wants a wagon body and front-wheel drive, with fuel use summarized by a 30 MPG combined rating. It also fits buyers whose driving includes both city streets and highway miles.
Trade-offs
The 32 MPG highway rating is higher than the 28 MPG city rating, but the combined result is 30 MPG. The gasoline powertrain and front-wheel-drive layout define the running-cost figure, while the 1.2-liter turbo three-cylinder and six-speed automatic set the mechanical configuration.
Verdict
Choose the 2026 Envista FFV if a small wagon with front-wheel drive matches your daily routes. Its EPA numbers point to moderate fuel use, with highway travel holding an advantage over city driving. Budget $2,250 a year for fuel under the EPA estimate, and remember that every mile carries a listed 297 grams of tailpipe CO2.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 30 MPG
- City MPG
- 28 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 32 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,250
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 297 g per mile
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Wagon
- EPA size class
- Small Station Wagons
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.2 L 3-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic 6-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2026 Buick Envista FFV's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 30 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
It is rated at 28 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway.
How much does fuel cost per year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,250.
What kind of vehicle is the Envista FFV?
It is a wagon classified by the EPA as a small station wagon.
What drivetrain does it use?
The Envista FFV has front-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission are listed?
It uses a 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine with a six-speed automatic transmission.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
The listed tailpipe output is 297 grams of CO2 per mile.
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