2024 Buick Envista 2024 Chevy Trax Comparison

2024 Buick Envista vs 2024 Chevy Trax


The Run Down

When choosing a subcompact SUV, you are faced with a plethora of options, and it can easily become overwhelming. First and foremost, you should prioritize your needs and wants and find a vehicle that best suits those criteria. Thankfully, there is a new player in the small SUV segment that has been able to offer consumers both utility, practicality, styling, and more importantly: price. The 2024 Buick Envista has shaken up its segment since its conception in 2023 and continues to do so in its 2024 model year. It goes head-to-head with some big-time players in this space, such as the 2024 Chevy Trax, and many consumers will find themselves making the tough decision between these two stand-out models. These 2 models are especially fierce competitors as they share the same platform and architecture, despite this they are far from identical.


Exterior and Interior Similarities and Differences

When comparing the exterior of both the 2024 Buick Envista and the 2024 Chevrolet Trax, it is important to note that both vehicles underwent a full redesign in the recent couple of years and look entirely different from their former selves. The 2024 Chevy Trax features a sleek new design that is both wider and longer than its former shape. It features sleek LED headlights with LED running lamps with a large gaping grille between them. The 2024 Envista, on the other hand, looks like a car straight out of the future. Taking a more luxurious and refined approach, the Envista features flowing body lines, premium-looking exterior materials, and Buick’s signature new design language. This new design language is easily seen in the front fascia of the 2024 Envista with its sleek headlights and sporty low-mounted grille.

 

 


2024 Buick Envista Dimensions: 183 inches long, 72 inches wide, 61 inches high

2024 Chevy Trax Dimensions: 179 inches long, 72 inches wide, 61 inches high


The changes do not stop on the outside, as both vehicles have had fully revamped and redesigned interiors as well. The 2024 Chevrolet Trax’s interior takes a more utility-based approach, offering the standard creature comforts you’d expect on a new 2024 vehicle, but not too much more unless you start climbing up trim levels. An all-new 8-inch infotainment touchscreen is found standard on the LS and 1RS trim levels, and a larger 11-inch infotainment touchscreen can be found on trims like the LT, 2RS, and the new ACTIV trim. As mentioned with the exterior, the Trax is larger than its former self which has resulted in more interior space. In a similar fashion to the exterior, the 2024 Envista offers a more luxurious approach to its interior, without compromising price or practicality. The interior of the Envista is filled with modern amenities and premium materials, with seating for up to 5 people. You receive an 11-inch diagonal infotainment screen standard and have all the technology you would expect like wireless phone charging.

 

 


2024 Buick Envista Cargo Volume: 20.7 cubic feet, 42 cubic feet with seat area

2024 Buick Envista Interior Space: Front/Rear Headroom: 39.4 inches/37.30 inches. Front/Rear Legroom: 41.90 inches/38.70 inches

2024 Chevy Trax Cargo Volume: 25.6 cubic feet, 54.1 cubic feet with seat area

2024 Chevy Trax Interior Space: Front/Rear Headroom: 39.6 inches/38.1 inches. Front/Rear Legroom: 41.9 inches/38.7 inches


Price and Trim level Similarities and Differences

When cross-shopping the 2024 Buick Envista and the 2024 Chevrolet Trax, one of the most frequently asked questions is around price. If you are wondering which vehicle has a lower starting price, it’s the Trax with its $21,495 starting MSRP as opposed to the Envista’s $22,400 starting MSRP. However, there is a lot more you must consider when taking the starting price into the equation such as the features you get on the base model, and how expensive it would be to add additional features on packages.

One of the major differences between the 2024 Buick Envista vs the 2024 Chevy Trax is the variety of trim levels available. The Envista keeps it simple with 3 well-equipped trim levels, while the Trax offers 5 different trim levels. The Envista’s trim levels, as simple as they are, each offer a distinct difference in styling and functionality without sacrificing price or efficiency.

 

2024 Buick Envista Trim Levels

  • Preferred: Starting at $22,400, the Preferred trim is the lowest on the totem of trims, however, it leaves little to be desired, especially for the price. You receive an 11-inch diagonal Infotainment Screen, an 8-inch diagonal Driver Infotainment Center, automatic climate control, LED lighting, and more.
  • Sport Touring (ST): Starting at $24,100, exclusive to this trim are ST embroidered front headrests, Sport Touring grille, 18″ high-gloss black wheels, additional gloss black accents throughout, and more.
  • Avenir: Starting at $28,600, in a similar fashion to the ST, you get embroidered front headrests and upgraded wheels, this time in 19″ aluminum form. You also get standard heated front seats, power liftgate, heated steering wheel, remote start, leather seats, wireless smartphone charging, and more.

 

2024 Chevrolet Trax Trim levels

(Includes Freight Charge)

  • LS: Starting at $21,495, the LS starts off the trim lineup with a well-equipped no-nonsense version of the all-new Trax. Featuring 17-inch wheels, LED headlights, and an 8-inch touchscreen, the LS still leaves little to be desired.
  • 1RS: Starting at $23,195, the 1RS upgrades to 18-inch machined aluminum wheels, RS badging, unique front grille, black emblems, and much more.
  • LT: Starting at $23,395, the LT is a more refined version of the 1RS as it does not feature all the sporty add-ons but comes with an upgraded touchscreen over the LS as well as additional comfort features such as keyless entry and remote start.
  • 2RS: Starting at $24,995, the 2RS takes the 1RS a step further with even larger 19-inch wheels plus the same sporty upgrades the 1RS has such as a flat bottom heated steering wheel.
  • ACTIV: Starting at $24,995, the ACTIV includes all LT features plus upgraded 18-inch wheels, black front grille with titanium chrome accents, heated front seats and mirrors, and a ton more.

 

 

Powertrain and Efficiency Similarities and Differences

Since the 2024 Buick Envista and the 2024 Chevrolet Trax share a platform, they also share their drivetrain with one another. Both vehicles are powered by a peppy 1.2L Turbocharged ECOTEC engine that pumps out 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque. The Envista, however, features a selectable stop/start system. This efficient engine is paired with a smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission within both models. This power is put down to the road with a front-wheel drive system that further aids in the vehicle’s overall efficiency. As you can expect, both models get the same MPG rating due to sharing an engine and drivetrain with one another. Both the 2024 Buick Envista and the 2024 Chevy Trax achieve a 28-city and 32-highway MPG rating.

 

 

Safety and Technology Similarities and Differences

When comparing the safety of the two vehicles, one will quickly see that both are extremely safe and come with some incredible standard safety features. The 2024 Buick Envista comes with Buick’s Driver Confidence Safety Suite, which is a standard set of safety features that can be seen below.

  • Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Following Distance Indicator
  • Forward Collision Alert
  • Front Pedestrian Braking
  • IntelliBeam Auto High Beams
  • Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning

The 2024 Chevrolet Trax, on the other hand, comes with Chevy’s version of this which is dubbed the Chevy Safety Assist. This standard set of features mimics Buick’s set of features to a T. The 2024 Envista is available with a plethora of additional safety features as well such as Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Rear Park Assist, Rainsense front wipers, and Adaptive Cruise Control. With the Avenir, you can opt for an automatic dimming outside driver mirror. Since both vehicles feature a similar level of standard safety options, they are fairly neck and neck with driver and passenger safety, however, it is important to note the Envista is a larger vehicle overall, which may be a benefit in a collision as well as increase front-wheel traction in slippery weather.

 

 

The Verdict

All things considered, both the 2024 Buick Envista and the 2024 Chevy Trax are great options for anyone shopping for a subcompact SUV with a reasonable price point. The Trax is a more utility-focused vehicle, which is seen in its exterior design, while the Envista provides a certain level of budget luxury for its buyers. The Envista will give you more room and has a striking exterior design that will turn heads no matter where you go. Since both vehicles share a platform and drivetrain, power and handling will largely feel similar, but the premium materials throughout the interior of the Envista will give the driver an elevated sense of luxury without breaking the bank.

 

Which vehicle is bigger, the 2024 Buick Envista or the 2024 Chevy Trax?

The 2024 Buick Envista is both longer and wider than the 2024 Chevy Trax. This means increased interior space, improved handling, as well as added safety of driving a larger vehicle.

How much does the 2024 Buick Envista cost?

Preferred: starting at $22,400

Sport Touring (ST): starting at $24,100

Avenir: starting at $28,600

*The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment.

Which is safer? The 2024 Envista or 2024 Trax?

Both vehicles are viable options in terms of safety and come with a similar set of standard safety features. The key differentiator between the two vehicles is the Envista is a larger vehicle with a wider stance than the Trax, which can improve handling and traction in poor weather conditions.

Is the 2024 Buick Envista available? What lease & finance specials are available?

The 2024 Buick Envista is in-stock and available for test drive and purchase here at Walser Buick GMC Bloomington, near Minneapolis, MN. We have daily updated Buick Envista lease and finance specials that we would love for you to check out.

 

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