Buick Verano
2016 Buick Verano
The Buick Verano gets very high ratings for reliability from J.D. Power, placing recent models among the best in its ranking systems and giving drivers plenty of confidence. You should, however, look out for recalls depending on the model year you buy as there are occasional recalls, like the July 2016 electrical system and power train recall on the 2017 Verano. Even with the occasional recall, the Verano’s reliability ratings remain high, indicating that if a problem does arise, you can count on Buick to take care of it in a timely manner.
The Buick Verano is still a relatively young model as it first arrived for the 2002 model year in the United States. This luxury auto has the standard layout of a front engine and front-wheel drive with four doors and space for five passengers. The Verano is a compact vehicle, making it a good option for those in search of an entry-level luxury auto so they can get premium quality and features without breaking the bank. To add to its value, the latest Verano comes with a powertrain warranty that is good for 70,000 miles or six years plus a basic warranty for 50,000 miles or four years. Just keep in mind that this model is discontinued the 2017 model year is the last production model you will find; even so, several years of warranty coverage will be left for you to rely on.
When the Verano arrived, it was designed to be a version of the Buick Excelle GT marketed for North Americans instead of the Chinese market. It came standard with a 2.4-liter direct-injection 4-cylinder and a 6-speed automatic transmission, delivering 180 horsepower. Interestingly enough, this engine is flex-fuel capable, an advantage that some drivers highly appreciate. For the 2013 model year, a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine arrived with 250 horsepower, and a Sports Touring Edition arrived in 2016.
It is important to note that the Verano was not discontinued in the American market due to any faults with the vehicle. Instead, this choice was due to the preference of drivers for crossovers, letting Buick focus on offerings that appeal to the market. The Verano did indeed enter a second generation for the Chinese market for the 2017 model year and it continues to be produced and sold there, as either a four-door sedan or a five-door hatchback.
