2026 Buick Envista Trim Levels Compared: Preferred vs Sport Touring vs Avenir

The 2026 Buick Envista comes in three trims, Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir, spanning a starting price range of $24,700 to $29,500. Because every trim shares the same turbocharged 1.2L 3-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive, the decision is not about performance. It is about wheels, materials, technology touches, and convenience features, which makes the Envista one of the more straightforward lineups to shop.

Allen Tillery Buick GMC stocks the Envista lineup in Hot Springs, and this page breaks down each trim in depth, lays out a side-by-side comparison matrix, walks through the most common trim matchups, and closes with a simple decision framework. For the broader picture of the model, see our full 2026 Buick Envista overview.

2026 Buick Envista Trim Lineup at a Glance

• Preferred (starting at $24,700): the value entry point, well equipped with the 11" touchscreen and full safety suite.
• Sport Touring (starting at $26,200): a sportier, blacked-out look on 18-inch wheels.
• Avenir (starting at $29,500): the luxury trim with leather-appointed heated seats, 19-inch wheels, and a power liftgate.

MSRP excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment. Dealer sets final price.

Trim-by-Trim Breakdown

Envista Preferred

The Preferred starts at $24,700 and is the value leader of the lineup. It rides on 17" bright silver-painted aluminum wheels and comes standard with the Ultrawide 11" diagonal HD color touchscreen, an 8" diagonal Driver Information Center, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cloth-with-leatherette seating, and LED headlamps. The full Buick Driver Confidence safety suite is standard, so even the base trim covers the essentials.

Engine and drivetrain match the rest of the lineup exactly: the 1.2L Turbo 3-cylinder is the only engine offered, and front-wheel drive is the only configuration. There is no all-wheel-drive option on any Envista. Heated front seats and a power-adjustable driver's seat are available on the Preferred through the Convenience I Package, and an Advanced Safety Package adds further driver aids such as adaptive cruise control. The power moonroof is not offered on this trim. The Preferred is the right pick for the buyer who wants Buick styling, the big screen, and standard safety tech at the lowest entry price.

Envista Sport Touring

The Sport Touring, often shown as ST, starts at $26,200 and trades the Preferred's brightwork for an athletic, blacked-out look. Standard equipment adds 18" Gloss Black-painted aluminum wheels, a Gloss Black mesh grille, Gloss Black mirror caps and lower fascias, ST embroidered front-seat head restraints, and a flat-bottom wrapped steering wheel. Everything standard on the Preferred carries over, including the 11" touchscreen and Buick Driver Confidence.

As with every Envista, the Sport Touring uses the 1.2L Turbo engine and front-wheel drive, with no all-wheel-drive option. This is the trim with the most personalization room: an available Studio Series package sharpens the appearance further, a power moonroof is available here (it is not on the Preferred), and heated front seats remain available through the Convenience I Package. The Sport Touring suits the buyer who wants the Envista's sporty side without stepping up to the Avenir's leather and luxury pricing.

Envista Avenir

The Avenir starts at $29,500 and is the top of the Envista range. It is the only trim with standard perforated leather-appointed and heated front seats, a heated flat-bottom wrapped steering wheel, and a standard power liftgate. Visually it stands apart with 19" aluminum wheels in a Pearl Nickel finish, a Black Ice chrome Avenir grille, and exclusive Avenir badging. As with the others, the 11" touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, and the Buick Driver Confidence safety suite are all included.

The powertrain is identical to the rest of the lineup: 1.2L Turbo, front-wheel drive, no all-wheel-drive option. A power moonroof is available. Because the Avenir already bundles the heated-seat and power-liftgate content that costs extra on lower trims, the gap to the Preferred is smaller in practice than the sticker spread suggests once you option a lower trim up. The Avenir is for the buyer who wants the most comfort and the most polished presentation in a compact Buick crossover.

Side-by-Side Comparison Matrix

Feature	Preferred	Sport Touring	Avenir
Starting MSRP	$24,700	$26,200	$29,500
Engine	1.2L Turbo I3 (137 hp)	1.2L Turbo I3 (137 hp)	1.2L Turbo I3 (137 hp)
Drivetrain	FWD only	FWD only	FWD only
Wheels	17" silver	18" Gloss Black	19" Pearl Nickel
Heated front seats	Available (Conv. I)	Available (Conv. I)	Standard
Power moonroof	Not offered	Available	Available
Power liftgate	Available	Available	Standard
Seating	5	5	5
Touchscreen	11" HD	11" HD	11" HD

Common Envista Trim Comparisons

Envista Preferred vs Sport Touring

The step from Preferred to Sport Touring is $1,500 and is almost entirely about appearance and personalization rather than capability. The Sport Touring adds 18-inch Gloss Black wheels in place of the Preferred's 17-inch silver wheels, blacks out the grille, mirror caps, and lower fascias, and brings ST head restraints and a flat-bottom wrapped steering wheel. It also unlocks two things the Preferred cannot get: the available power moonroof and the available Studio Series appearance package. Mechanically the two are identical, both running the 1.2L Turbo engine and front-wheel drive. If you like the darker, sportier look or want the option of a moonroof, the Sport Touring is worth the modest jump. If styling is not a priority, the Preferred delivers the same drive for less.

Envista Sport Touring vs Avenir

This is the comfort-and-materials decision. For $3,300 more than the Sport Touring, the Avenir makes heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power liftgate standard, swaps in perforated leather-appointed seating, and upgrades to 19-inch Pearl Nickel wheels with a Black Ice chrome grille and Avenir badging. The Sport Touring leans sporty and dark, the Avenir leans warm and luxurious. If you regularly drive on cold Arkansas mornings and value heated seats and a hands-free liftgate without paying for packages, the Avenir's standard content closes much of the price gap. If you prefer the athletic look and do not need the leather, the Sport Touring is the better value.

Which Envista Trim Is Right for You?

If value is the priority

Choose the Preferred. It includes the 11" touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, and the full Buick Driver Confidence suite at the lowest starting price, and you can add heated seats later through the Convenience I Package if you want them.

If you want a sportier look

Choose the Sport Touring. The Gloss Black wheels and trim, the available Studio Series package, and the available moonroof give it the most distinctive appearance in the lineup.

If comfort and luxury matter most

Choose the Avenir. Standard heated leather-appointed seats, a heated steering wheel, a power liftgate, and 19-inch wheels make it the most refined Envista.

If you need all-wheel drive or towing

No Envista trim offers either. Look instead at the Buick Encore GX or Envision, both of which offer available all-wheel drive and light towing capability.

Shop Envista Trims at Allen Tillery Buick GMC

Allen Tillery Buick GMC has served Hot Springs and the surrounding Little Rock, Benton, and Malvern area since 1967. You can browse the Envista trims in stock using the inventory above, get started on financing, or have our service team answer ownership questions. Call us at (501) 881-4160 to confirm which trims are on the lot today.

2026 Buick Envista Trim FAQs

What is the difference between the Envista Preferred and Sport Touring?

The Sport Touring costs $1,500 more than the Preferred and adds a sportier look: 18-inch Gloss Black wheels, a blacked-out grille and trim, ST head restraints, and a flat-bottom steering wheel. It also offers an available power moonroof and Studio Series package, which the Preferred does not. Both use the same 1.2L Turbo engine and front-wheel drive.

What does the Envista Avenir add over the Sport Touring?

The Avenir costs $3,300 more than the Sport Touring and makes heated leather-appointed front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power liftgate standard. It also adds 19-inch Pearl Nickel wheels, a Black Ice chrome grille, and Avenir badging. The engine and front-wheel drivetrain are unchanged.

Do all Envista trims have the same engine?

Yes. The Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir all use the same turbocharged 1.2L 3-cylinder engine rated at 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.

Which Envista trims offer a moonroof?

A power moonroof is available on the Sport Touring and Avenir trims. It is not offered on the Preferred.

Which Envista trim has heated seats?

Heated front seats are standard on the Avenir and available on the Preferred and Sport Touring through the Convenience I Package.

Is any Envista trim available with all-wheel drive?

No. All three 2026 Envista trims are front-wheel drive only. For available all-wheel drive, consider the Buick Encore GX, Envision, or Enclave.

Which Envista trim is the best value?

The Preferred is the value pick. It starts at $24,700 and already includes the 11-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, and the full Buick Driver Confidence safety suite, with heated seats available as an add-on.