IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
21 City / 32 HWY
Horsepower
180
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jessica M
Comfortability, class, style, space, and more!
I love my Buick! It is a smooth ride and an excellent car. It is very comfortable all around. The seats can be challenging to adjust at times. It seems like there should be more options and settings. The trunk is amazingly spacious for the size of car. I have noticed that it is quiet inside the car. Sometimes I do not hear sirens until they are pretty close. I think Buicks are known for that quietness. I really enjoy my little Buick and recommend it for all ages.
accountCircle Me T
Perfect car for me and I am in love with it.
My car is a luxury car, which means not much space. It drives great and I love the color (cocoa and peanut butter).
accountCircle sara G
The Buick has blossomed into a desirable a fun-to-drive car.
The Buick 2012 is a great compact car that offers a fun driving dynamics it delivers a great fuel economy. The futuristic look makes the car one in a million. The Buick offers high end tech material and even its plastic are soft to the touch. The seat are well-cushion.
accountCircle De W
Info you would like to know before purchasing a Buick.
I do not have any concerns about the vehicle. It is reliable for me I love the technology in the car. Informs me if my tires are at low pressure. Battery issues, I can check to see if my oil change is due. It has OnStar in the car. Now I think in all luxury cars should be rear view cameras.
accountCircle Walter M
The style and the handling of this car.
Love the Fuel mileage. It ride very well. The handling is very good.
accountCircle Parker S
It has the ability to use both e85, and regular gasoline.
I like the steering and handling of the vehicle. I like the gas mileage. I love that the car is compact, and can be driven nearly anywhere.
accountCircle Maria R
Reliable and so many safety features.
I love my car smooth drive no issues. I have over 150k miles on it and it still runs like the first day I bought it.
accountCircle jennifer g
I really like that I can Bluetooth my phone as I am on phone a lot with my job.
I really like my Verano. I have not had any issues with my vehicle in the 2 years I have had it. Lots of comfort and features that are really nice.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Schuyler W
Not for family made for single people.
The seats are narrow the back seat is beveled which makes me almost impossible to install car seats. For a single person this car would be great for a family it's a nightmare. It also does not handle worth a hoot in snowy conditions even with new tires and traction control.
accountCircle Jose Montoya
Frustrated driver
I’owned a 2012 Verano Leather from launched time and I had five good years. After that it has been a pain in my neck, first transmission leak and $1,600 to change a $40 spare part seal, then later, information system blackout and $300 for labor and $1,700 for new screen and the last, I saw a low head light blow out and in the shop found the connector was melted and have to change the complete cable bunch, $600. Is it acceptable for a car sold as opción to Accura or Infinity?
accountCircle Sami M
The car is nice and quiet.
I bought a used 2012 verano base with 15k mile. It is quite, does not take a lot of gas, I usually use it to drive back and forth to work 15 minutes each. One problem I have with the car is the ac. It was fine when I got it. But after a few weeks later it keeps blowing hot air. I got the air compressor replaced but nothing seems to change. Other than that it is a nice car and I love it.
accountCircle L
Comfortable but eats oil
Verano has the same engine that the Equinox had a recall over, yet was not part of that recall. This means it burns significantly more oil than it should due to cheap piston rings. The fix is to replace the piston rings which is expensive, or just baby the oil to keep it going. It's otherwise a very comfortable, very nice car as long as you change/replace the oil more frequently than the owner manual suggests.
accountCircle De W
Reliable vehicle, updated technology.
I purchased the car as certified. I like the car because of the technology. It alerts when my tire pressure is low, it informs me my engine problems battery problems.
accountCircle Mary I
I would never trade this car in for anything
Ck, touting a more up-to-date sensibility, appears to have a winner in its debuting 2012 Verano lineup. Enough luxury touches to satisfy the average family, as well as a price that won't strain the bank account, combine with a plush ride and decent if not jaw-dropping power and performance, and ought to be more than enough to draw the seriously value-minded. Those mulling a well-wrought entry-level-luxury compact sedan may want to kick some tires on this pint-size people hauler
accountCircle Mindy C
Smaller with sophistication
My car is a smaller sized, luxury vehicle. It has leather seats, the, 'full package' including electric sunroof. After buying my Buick Verano, I was disappointed in the amount of backseat foot room it didn't have. I ALSO had to replace the battery in less than a year of purchasing it. Over the last six years of ownership, I have had MANY situations with the tires always losing pressure. Also, I have found it VERY difficult to see Backwards through the back side window for cars, to switch lane. Poor visibility (in the back).
accountCircle Mitchell W
My family pleasure of the Buick.
I love my Buick Verano. It is a small sedan but very roomy. My Buick Verano gets excellent gas mileage. I have never had to do anything to my Buick Verano, other than regular maintenance. It has been a great purchase for me and my family. I have never had any problems with my Buick Verano, we have taken it on many long trips and family vacations. The only dislike I have about the car is the way the back seats sit straight up instead of reclining.

Buick Verano Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base
180 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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Convenience Group
180 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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Leather Group
180 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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2012 Buick Verano Owner Reviews

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5 stars 39%
4 stars 42%
3 stars 17%
2 stars 1%
1 star 1%
accountCircle David P on June 7, 2021
My car _ Buick four door verano.
Not much problems with it. Good gas mileage. Had to have brakes done, but that is a wear item like having tires replaced. Did need to have the exhaust solenoid and intake replace, that's been about it. Rudes good and get up and go is fine for me. I change the oil twice a year.
accountCircle Casey K on June 2, 2021
2012 Buick verano review!
From exterior to interior looks are plus for me with beautifully plush leather seats on the interior. Other features such as heated seats, a sunroof, touchscreen radio & boomin stereo system. A vehicle not meant for speed & abuse & is very reliable. Comfortably rating 1-10, 1 being terrible & 10 being superb I give it a 10 because everything is adjustable at the press of a button to better suit my needs of comfort ability.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Mary M.

It is very comfortable and plush. I love the heated seats and it even has a heated steering wheel. It also has good trunk space. It is easy to drive and maneuver into parking spaces. It also has a navigation system and OnStar.

likeFilled Jared W.

Good on gas and comfortable for how small it is. I like the leather seats and the Bluetooth connectivity for my phone for hands free calling. The back seats address foldable which comes in handy to increase cargo space if needed.

likeFilled Joe S.

This vehicle is very reliable. There is a lot of room for how small it is. There is also a lot of room in the trunk. It is a easy car to learn how to drive. When it gets hot the leather does stick to your legs when you wear shorts.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Mary M.

It does not have a lot of power. You can really tell the difference when driving other cars (Honda). It is also cramped for people that need to ride in the back seat. And the leather is not practical if you have to take big dogs anywhere.

dislikeFilled Jared W.

It is a smaller vehicle so not really suited for larger families. The Bluetooth only works for phone calls not to play music. And the way the cup holders are arranged is a bit awkward. Another feature missing is memory seats which I think would be helpful.

dislikeFilled Joe S.

It does get very hot if the color of your vehicle is black. It is small but there is enough room. There is not very many cons with this vehicle. I would recommend getting a lighter color so that it reflects the heat.

Ranks #23 Small Cars by Owners

The 2012 Buick Verano has an average owner rating of 4.24 out of 5 which ranks it #23 of 36 other Small Cars.

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4.8
2
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4.76
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4.17

Ranks #10 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Buick Verano has a combined MPG of 37 which ranks it #10 of 36 other Small Cars.

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42 MPG
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42 MPG
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32 MPG

Is The 2012 Buick Verano A Good Car?

It is excellent on gas, comfort and dependability. It is been the best so far that I really like..It is soundproof so I really do not hear anything going on outside has excellent Bluetooth, tpms... Read More
L S.
I think it is a great vehicle, it has good features, drives smoothly, and it is a reliable car. I am glad to have this car.
Sage F.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Buick Verano?

It seems to be very reliable it is good on gas miles and I have not had any problems as of yet. I depend on having this vehicle for at least another 10 years I also have a sunroof which comes in handy... Read More
L S.
I think the Verano is very reliable. The only thing I don't like about it is that sometimes the AC makes the car make a very loud noise, like the fan is very loud for the AC. The AC works great, but... Read More
Jessica F.

Is The 2012 Buick Verano A Good Value?

The Buick verano book value is $25,000 I purchased it for 12000 cash and it is the best investment that I have made up to date and I wouldn't change it for the world.
L S.
I think the Blue Book value is around 6000 right now. New, it was about 17000. It is a good value, as Buicks last a long time and are, in my experience, very reliable cars.
Vi T.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my 2012 Buick Verano radio not working?

Answer: The 2012 Buick Verano radio not working causes are loose wire and blown fuse. You will come into problems with the sound. This could be from the stereo's speakers or a phone that is connected to the vehicle....

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
(Not Rated)
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety