Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs Buick Envision
Overview | |
MSRP$131,750 | MSRP$31,800 |
Listings722 | Listings268 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz G550 is a five-passenger luxury body-on-frame SUV. Over 40 years since its debut, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has retained its blocky, utilitarian exterior shape while evolving with a luxury interior and sophisticated powertrain, mechanicals, and technological prowess. Pricing for the G550 starts at $131,750. | |
Reviews SummaryThe redesigned 2021 Buick Envision is the start of a new generation, but it doesn’t look or drive like it’s a complete re-do. The Envision, especially its new Avenir top trim, offers plenty to like that makes it more competitive with the rest of the premium compact SUV set. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine4.0L 416 hp V8 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower416 hp @ 5250 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City17 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name4.0L 416 hp V8 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque450 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower416 hp @ 5250 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space38.1 cu ft | Cargo Space25.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight5554 lbs | Curb Weight3692 lbs |
Height77.5 in | Height64.6 in |
Length189.7 in | Length182.5 in |
Width86.1 in | Width74.1 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase109.4 in |
Maximum Payload1391 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $131,750 | $31,800 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G550 is a five-passenger luxury body-on-frame SUV. Over 40 years since its debut, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has retained its blocky, utilitarian exterior shape while evolving with a luxury interior and sophisticated powertrain, mechanicals, and technological prowess. Pricing for the G550 starts at $131,750. | The redesigned 2021 Buick Envision is the start of a new generation, but it doesn’t look or drive like it’s a complete re-do. The Envision, especially its new Avenir top trim, offers plenty to like that makes it more competitive with the rest of the premium compact SUV set. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 4.0L 416 hp V8 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 416 hp @ 5250 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 17 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.0L 416 hp V8 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 450 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 416 hp @ 5250 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 38.1 cu ft | 25.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5554 lbs | 3692 lbs |
Height | 77.5 in | 64.6 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 182.5 in |
Width | 86.1 in | 74.1 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 109.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1391 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7000 lbs | |

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