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2017 Buick Verano Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Buick Verano debuted for the 2012 model year and is heavily based on the Chevy Cruze sedan, but while the Cruze has proven to be a wildly successful model and one of the best-selling cars in America, the Verano hasn’t exactly set the world on fire. Althought it's been Buick’s second best-selling sedan, the company is focusing more and more on its fairly popular lineup of SUVs and has actually decided to phase out the Verano. A second generation will be available to China, where Buick is a surprisingly popular brand, but will not arrive stateside. The 2017 Buick Verano, then, will be the last of its kind here in the U.S. General Motors obviously isn’t going to put time, energy, and money into revamping a model that it's about to discontinue, so no significant updates arrive for the upcoming model year.
While the Verano shares much of its architecture with the Cruze, it does have a different engine lineup. Base trims get a 2.4-liter four with 180 hp, which is enough to get the front-wheel-drive compact luxury sedan from 0-60 in 8.6 seconds. Fuel economy is decent but unremarkable at 21 mpg city/32 highway. A Turbo trim makes things more exciting with a 2.0-liter unit making 250 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. That car will do 0-60 in 6.2 seconds and reach a top speed of 129 mph. It also makes more power at the lower end of the rev range, whereas the base 2.4 doesn’t really scoot until it’s revving higher. The Turbo also gets just one mpg less than the standard car and weighs only 100 pounds more. Visually, turbocharged trims are only subtly different, with dual exhaust tips and a small rear spoiler. The standard transmission for the 2017 Buick Verano is a 6-speed automatic; it has a manual mode, but there are no paddles, so shifting is done via the gear lever. A 6-speed manual is apparently available, but few examples are equipped with it.
Compared to the Cruze, the Verano is set up for quiet, comfortable motoring. Turbo trims are a little tighter and stiffer and have faster steering, but it shouldn't exactly be a night-and-day difference. This isn’t a sports car, and, unlike some of its German peers, the Verano doesn’t really make any pretension of being sporty.
The Verano’s comfortable ride is further enhanced inside, where Buick has really pulled out all the stops towards better sound deadening--triple-sealed doors and a host of other materials ensure that the ride is quiet over all kinds of surfaces. The interior is fairly roomy as well, with lots of headroom and rear seats that fold nearly flat. This being a compact luxury car, though, things may get a bit tight with adults in both the front and the back. Dual-zone climate control, steering-wheel controls, and a USB port are standard, but the base trim doesn’t get Bluetooth or Buick’s IntelliLink touchscreen interface with voice controls. A heated steering wheel and navigation system are optional. A Convenience group adds an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, heated outside mirrors, heated front seats, and rear parking assist, and a Leather Group adds a power driver’s seat, Bose Surround Sound audio, premium leather upholstery, and keyless ignition. Turbo trims come standard with everything in the Leather Group.
Being a GM product, the Verano comes with OnStar Automatic Crash Response, and other available safety equipment includes rear parking assist, a rear-view camera, and a blind-spot monitor. In crash tests, the Verano got 5 out of 5 stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and scored well with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, though it hasn’t been subjected to the new small-overlap test.
The Buick Verano probably won’t be sorely missed. It’s not a particularly attractive car and nothing about it was groundbreaking. In fact, it’s little more than a classic case of badge engineering, this time from the Cruze. That said, it still offers decent luxury value (especially for someone who puts comfort ahead of performance) compared to cars like the Audi A3 or Mercedes-Benz CLA. And while it only offers that value for one more year, a discontinued model can sometimes mean great deals for buyers as dealers try to make room for newer and more exciting things. That means a 2017 Buick Verano might be had at a bargain price.
User reviews for 2017 Buick Verano
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by David P
Sep 21, 2023
Really like this car!
The Verano replaced our aging 2011 Regal. The Regal was a fabulous car, quiet, comfortable, handles well and reasonablly fast!
It was time for the Regal to go and we no longer needed as large of a car. The Verano was the perfect fit. Sure, it was smaller, busy dash center stack and a bit small in the back for three adults. It was still very quiet, very comforatble, a bit quicker than the Regal and gets 38 mpg highway! What not to like?
If the Verano was still made Id be getting another one only this time, with the 2.0l Turbo, now that little car would scoot!Sep 21, 2023
by Thomas W
Nov 23, 2021
Comfortable seats and a smooth, stable ride make this a great car to drive. Nov 23, 2021
by Bobby M
Oct 18, 2021
The car has excellent features and is a fair price.Oct 18, 2021
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by David P
Sep 21, 2023
Really like this car!
The Verano replaced our aging 2011 Regal. The Regal was a fabulous car, quiet, comfortable, handles well and reasonablly fast!
It was time for the Regal to go and we no longer needed as large of a car. The Verano was the perfect fit. Sure, it was smaller, busy dash center stack and a bit small in the back for three adults. It was still very quiet, very comforatble, a bit quicker than the Regal and gets 38 mpg highway! What not to like?
If the Verano was still made Id be getting another one only this time, with the 2.0l Turbo, now that little car would scoot!Sep 21, 2023
by Thomas W
Nov 23, 2021
Comfortable seats and a smooth, stable ride make this a great car to drive. Nov 23, 2021
by Bobby M
Oct 18, 2021
The car has excellent features and is a fair price.Oct 18, 2021
by Sue P
Sep 24, 2021
Buick makes a fabulous car. Too often, a used Buick has a ton of miles. Beware of over pricing based on the year and not the high mileage. Sep 24, 2021
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2017 Buick Verano Pricing
Original MSRP
$21,065 to $26,555Price range
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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 · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.5 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.23
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: 512 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: silver
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth · Upholstery accents: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
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
Satellite communications: OnStar · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse
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: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · Stitcher internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.5 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.23
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: 512 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: silver
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: SiriusXM Weather · Infotainment: IntelliLink · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth · Upholstery accents: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
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: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum with painted accents
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse
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 · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · Stitcher internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.5 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
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 · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: silver
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: SiriusXM Weather · Infotainment: IntelliLink · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
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: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse