2023 Buick Envision vs. GMC Terrain

Looking for a powerful new SUV in the Peoria? Look no further than Ray Dennison Buick GMC! We offer a full slate of new and pre-owned vehicles from Buick and GMC in our inventory, designed to cover a broad range of budgets and lifestyles. Whatever you may be interested in, we’re confident we can find you something to love in our lineup! When it comes to affordable, high-quality SUVs, two of the best models in our lineup are the Buick Envision and GMC Terrain. These vehicles both offer strong performance specs, sleek features, and spacious interior cabins, but there are some important differences between them. If you’re on the fence deciding between the 2023 Buick Envision or GMC Terrain, check out the guide below — then head to our inventory to see what we have available!

2023 Buick Envision vs. GMC Terrain: Price & Trims

The first key difference between the 2023 Buick Envision and GMC Terrain is price, and in this category, the Terrain takes the advantage. While starting prices for these two SUVs are similar, the Terrain is ultimately the more affordable model – and it offers four trim levels to the Envision’s three. Compare prices below:

2023 Buick Envision Trim Levels 

• Preferred: MSRP from $33,400
• Essence: MSRP from $37,500
• Avenir: MSRP from $45,660

2023 GMC Terrain Trim Levels 

• SLE: MSRP from $29,900
• SLT: MSRP from $33,900
• AT4: MSRP from $36,000
• Denali: MSRP from $38,600

2023 Buick Envision vs. GMC Terrain: Performance Specs

The Envision is the pricier of these two SUVs, but it compensates with a more powerful engine and a more efficient ride on the Morton highways. The 2023 Buick Envision delivers more horsepower and torque than the 2023 GMC Terrain thanks to its turbocharged ECOTEC engine, although the Terrain gets slightly better gas mileage in the city. Both SUVs are equipped with a powerful nine-speed automatic transmission that ensures a smooth, agile ride over all types of terrain. Compare the Buick and GMC SUVs’ performance specs below:

2023 Buick Envision Performance Specs

• 2.0L Turbo ECOTEC four-cylinder engine
• 228 hp
• 258 lb-ft of torque
• Nine-speed automatic transmission
• 23 mpg city / 31 mpg highway

2023 GMC Terrain Performance Specs 

• 1.5L Turbo four-cylinder engine
• 175 hp
• 203 lb-ft of torque
• Nine-speed automatic transmission
• 24 mpg city / 29 mpg highway

Compare Buick & GMC SUVs In Person at Ray Dennison Buick GMC

Now that we’ve gone over the difference between the 2023 Buick Envision and GMC Terrain on paper, you might want to check out how they stack up on the Bloomington roads for yourself! To set up a test drive of an available model around Pekin, just contact our office and we’ll get you behind the wheel in no time. No matter if you prefer the 2023 Buick Envision or GMC Terrain, we’re happy to help you through every step of the buying or leasing process. For information on the other Buick and GMC vehicles in our inventory, head to our model research hub!