Trax crossover brocha, the No. 1 export..Buick Envista's design is amazing
Jun 06, 2025
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This export performance also includes the derivative Buick Envista. As the two models became popular in the North American market with the Trax crossover and the sibling vehicle, the two models produced in Korea became the No. 1 export. I checked the reason for its popularity on an auto blog. Chevrolet Tracks and Buick Envista surprised many with their excellent cost-effectiveness.
The 2025 Envista base price rose slightly to $23,800 (about 32.7 million won). The 2025 Chevrolet Tracks costs 20,500 dollars (about 28.15 million won). The price is a recommended consumer price (MSRP), but both vehicles rank in the top 10 cheapest vehicle rankings in the U.S.
Both vehicles have the same 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine. It exerts 137 horsepower and 22.4 kgf.m of torque. It is equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission and a front-wheel drive system.It is called an SUV or crossover, but does not offer an all-wheel drive (AWD) option.
Both vehicles have an EPA-based urban fuel efficiency of about 11.7 km/l, highway fuel efficiency of about 14.7 km/l, and combined fuel efficiency of about 14.7 km/l.Both vehicles are equipped with 50-liter fuel tanks. It's a turbocharger engine, but it's very fuel-efficient. The look and the inside are so similar that Buick Envista looks like he's dressed in a nice suit in a Chevrolet track.
Indeed, the two vehicles share quite a few indoor components as well. General Motors has given both vehicles unique personality and driving characteristics.In other words, there is something unique that shares a lot of it but is definitely different. Launched in its current form, the 2025 Trax adds Cypress Gray and Marina Blue Metallic in new exterior colors, offering a total of six color options.
But some colors are available per trim.It consists of 22,200 dollars (about 27.65 million won) LS, 22,200 dollars (about 30.3 million won) 1RS, 22,700 dollars (about 31 million won) LT, 24,500 dollars (about 33.5 million won) 2RS, and 24,500 dollars (about 33.5 million won) ACTIV. In terms of power and mechanical, all the trim is the same.The LT trim comes with an 11-inch color touchscreen and an 8-inch driver's information screen.
Other major differences include wheel size, design, and interior design.Most trims come with an optional heating seat and steering wheel.The 2025 Chevrolet Trax weighs about 1277kg in tolerance, slightly lighter and more agile than the Buick Envista.It just feels slightly different depending on the suspension settings and internal components.Tracks' starting performance takes less than 9 seconds to accelerate to 97 km/h.
It is surprisingly cheerful on busy roads, but on highways it takes time to pull up the output for overtaking manoeuvres.Although there may be some noise on ordinary roads, the ride is quite good for small vehicles.
Buick Envista was a huge success for the brand, exceeding many people's expectations.The 2025 Envista provides remote start and rear parking assistance for all trims as standard. A new color, Aquamarine Blue Metallic, has also been added.Envista comes in three trims: $25,195 (about 34.47 million won), $26,695 (about 36.5 million won), sports touring, and $29,995 (about 41 million won).
Like Tracks, all Buick Envista trims are mechanically identical.For each trim level, better seats, wheels, paint, and electronic equipment are added.Optional specifications such as heated seats and steering wheels provided for freeford and sports touring are also basic specifications for Avenir.The interior is as comfortable as the generous Tracks, but the loading space is coupe type, so it's slightly smaller than the Tracks.
Differences in loading space are mainly related to fastback exterior design. The basic trim weight is a little over 1300kg. With additional convenience specifications, the weight of the Avenir Gongcha reaches 1,315 kilograms.As a result, it is a little slow to about 9 seconds from rest to about 97 km/h. The handling is relatively nimble.However, thanks to the "Quiet Tuning" noise-blocking technology, all Buick Envistas offer a premium ride over Tracks.
Personally, I will choose the Chevrolet Trax LT, which is $24,095 (about 32.9 million won) equipped with various functions, including an 11-inch touchscreen infotainment system and an 8-inch digital driver information center. Usually, entry-class cars are preferred, but the Tracks look good in the upper and middle trims.
LT is still a great choice. The added technology and cooler 17-inch wheels are attractive. If it is Buick Envista, I will choose the basic Freeford model that costs 25,195 dollars (about 34.4 million won).There are many options to decorate your car however you want, but a quiet and comfortable ride is standard.Simply put, you get enough value for the price. It is recommended not to equip too much equipment.
I prefer the Buick Envista, although the Tracks have the advantage of being a cheaper, more practical, and sportier car.As I get older, I prefer a quiet and calm interior.The Buick Envista gives a calmer feel, and I like the design. From any perspective, Chevrolet Trax and its more sophisticated sibling, Buick Envista, also offer huge discounts.
Some say that if not properly maintained, the more mileage accumulates, the more problems the timing belt may occur. But other than that, both vehicles are satisfactory purchases and reward them in their own unique ways.
View Envista is getting a good response in the North American market.Since Buick brand has not launched in Korea, there are no plans to launch it in Korea. Tracks crossover now accounts for the majority of Chevrolet sales in the country. The monthly sales are about 1,000 units.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
