Here’s a first look at the latest Ride of the Week, a 2012 Buick Verano.
This is the first model year for the compact luxury four-door Verano. Pricing starts at $23,470, but the top-trim test car includes the 1SL package, also known as the leather group. It adds features like heated front seats and steering wheel, Bose audio, proximity key with push-button start, and, of course, leather interior. Finished in quicksilver metallic paint with ebony interior, the test car also includes a $795 upgraded audio with navigation.
Quick Specs: 2012 Buick Verano
body type 4-door, 5-passenger sedan
as-tested price $27,645
engine size/configuration 2.4-liter inline-4
horsepower/torque (hp/lb-ft) 180/171
transmission 6-speed auto
fuel regular unleaded or E85
EPA city fuel economy rating (mpg) 21
EPA highway fuel economy rating (mpg) 32
option packages 1SL leather group
