2012 Buick Verano Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Buick returns to the compact luxury sedan market for the first time since 1998 (when the last Skylark was produced) with the debut of its 2012 Verano. First seen at the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the 4-door, 5-passenger Verano began rolling off the production line at General Motors’ Orion Assembly plant in Michigan in November 2011.
The 2012 Buick Verano is available in three trims: Base, Convenience and Leather, all of which come standard with a 6-speed automatic transmission. All three trims have an EcoTec 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder DOHC engine that achieves 180 hp and 171 lb-ft of torque. The front-wheel-drive Verano is estimated to get 22 mpg city/31 highway from its 15.6-gallon gas tank, which can be filled with either regular gasoline or E85 (mileage drops to 15/23 with E85).
Standard equipment for all 2012 Buick Verano trims includes a 7-inch LED touchscreen AM/FM/Sirius XM stereo with CD player, MP3/WAV playback system, iPod support, USB port and SD card reader with Buick's IntelliLink smartphone-connectivity system and a 6-speaker sound system, air conditioning, cruise control, power steering, power windows, power locks, a rear-window defogger, halogen headlamps, fog lamps, daytime running lights, adjustable head restraints, an 8-way manual front seat adjuster, theft deterrent system, ribbon fabric seats with leatherette accents, remote start, a tilt and telescopic leather-wrapped steering wheel, and 18-inch multi-spoke forged alloy machine-faced wheels.
Upgrading to the Convenience trim adds standard equipment such as Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, a self-dimming inside rear-view mirror, heated outside rear-view mirrors, rear parking assist and a 6-way power driver’s seat with manual recline. Those opting for the Leather also get a Bose 9-speaker sound system with 7-channel digital amplification, custom equalization and subwoofers (which is an available option for the Convenience trim), heated leather-appointed seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel and Buick’s E-Z Key passive entry with push-button start. An engine block heater, along with a dealer-installed rear spoiler, chrome grille and cargo net are available as options on all trims, and optional equipment for the Convenience and Leather trims includes a power sunroof and an audio system with navigation.
The 2012 Buick Verano has undergone Buick’s exclusive QuietTuning Technology, which the automaker states attacks external noises at three different points with aerodynamic parts, acoustical laminated glass and noise-absorbing padding to create an extremely quiet interior. Warranty-wise, the Verano is protected by GM’s standard protection plans, which include a 4-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, 5-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain/drivetrain warranty and a 6-year/100,000-mile rust warranty.
Safety is well addressed by the 2012 Buick Verano. All trims come with 10 standard airbags (including front- and side-mounted side-impact airbags, roof-rail-mounted head curtain airbags, driver and passenger front-mounted knee airbags, and outboard passenger rear side-mounted airbags), a passenger sensing system, tire pressure monitoring system, StabiliTrak electronic stability control, traction control, 4-wheel antilock brakes, collapsible pedal system (which can reduce or eliminate lower-extremity injuries during a crash), a 6-month subscription to OnStar’s Directions and Connections plan and GM’s Roadside Assistance Program (good for 5 years or 100,00 miles).
The Verano's competition in the compact luxury sedan segment is thin at the moment, as only the Audi A3 and Volvo C30 fit the same mold as the Buick Verano, but at a slightly higher price. With attention to the small details, such as sound dampening and upscale interior accents, the Verano seems well-equipped to make a statement against the competition.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Equalizer: graphic · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.5 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): front and rear · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.23
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: black chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Window trim: silver
Header
Geographic Region: CA
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Equalizer: graphic · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.5 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): front and rear · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.23
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: heavy duty
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: black chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Window trim: silver
Header
Geographic Region: CA
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in. · Video monitor location: front · Video monitor size: 7
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.5 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): front and rear · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.23
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Window trim: silver
Header
Geographic Region: CA
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in. · Video monitor location: front · Video monitor size: 7
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic
