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Buick Envision 2

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants · How we rate

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Engine Overview

The Buick Envision 2 is available with one engine variant at 231 hp.

2.0L Turbo I4 (LSY) · Petrol· 228 PS
2021 2025

GM Ecotec Gen III with TriPower variable valve lift and cylinder deactivation. 228 hp, efficient and powerful enough. Dexos1 oil with short change intervals (max 5,000 miles) is mandatory. Active thermal management valves can fail under 50,000 miles — check for codes P00B7 and P2681.

  • !! Thrust bearing wear — crank walk (LSY) from 80,000 km

    Rare but catastrophic: crankshaft thrust bearing wears, crank walks axially. Engine replacement required. $7,000–$11,000.

    Symptoms: Metallic clicking at idle, clutch engagement inconsistent, oil pressure fluctuates
    7,000–11,000 $
  • !! Thermal management valve failure (LSY) from 50,000 km

    Active coolant circuit valves fail under 50,000 miles. Codes P00B7 and P2681 in fault memory. Can cause overheating if ignored.

    Symptoms: Check engine P00B7/P2681, temp rises sporadically, cooling fan runs constantly
    700–1,200 $
  • !! High-pressure fuel pump failure (LSY) from 120,000 km

    The HPFP can fail past 120k miles. Extended crank times, rough idle, P0087/P0089 codes.

    Symptoms: Long crank time, rough idle, power loss under load
    700–1,300 $

+ 1 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!9-Speed Transmission Shuddering

The 9-speed automatic shudders, has delayed shifts, and sometimes refuses to shift into 9th gear. Often caused by incorrect transmission fluid.

Symptoms: Shuddering on acceleration, delayed gear changes, 9th gear only accessible via paddle shifter
from 50,000 km
High
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
78 complaints · 2021–2025
  1. 01 Electrical
    24
  2. 02 Engine
    16
  3. 03 Brakes
    13
  4. 04 Powertrain
    13 ⚠ 1
  5. 05 Fuel System
    10

Top Reported Issues

Electrical (24 complaints)
Engine (16 complaints)
Brakes (13 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 8 weaknesses have been documented for the Buick Envision 2 (2021–2025) — 4 engine-related and 4 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Electronics, Brakes.

Envision (LSY, 2021–2025) — Be Careful: Thrust bearing wear — crank walk (LSY), Thermal management valve failure (LSY), High-pressure fuel pump failure (LSY). Power: 228 PS.

What to watch out for with the Buick Envision? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Buick Envision 2 have? +
The Buick Envision 2 has 4 known engine weaknesses and 4 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Buick Envision 2? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: LSY (2.0L Turbo I4 (LSY)). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the LSY (2.0L Turbo I4 (LSY)).
Which Buick Envision 2 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Buick Envision 2 — rated: "Decent". {description} 228 hp turbo is sufficient. Ride is comfortable, but the 9-speed can be finicky.
Is the Buick Envision 2 worth buying used? +
The Buick Envision 2 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Buick Envision 2? +
The Buick Envision 2 is available with engine variants from 231 to 231 hp. Petrol: LSY (2.0L Turbo I4 (LSY)).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee