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For years, Baker proudly served as your local Buick dealer, helping you find vehicles known for their comfort and refinement. While our Buick chapter has closed, we're excited to now focus on the exceptional lineups of Chevrolet and GMC at Baker Chevrolet GMC and Baker GMC. We understand you appreciated the distinct qualities of your Buick, and we're confident that within our current inventory, you'll discover a Chevrolet or GMC model that not only matches but elevates your driving experience. Let us guide you through a selection of vehicles that offer the comparable comfort, style, and quality you've come to expect, now with fresh features and outstanding value.

Loved the Buick Envista? Check Out the Chevy Trax & Trailblazer

The Buick Envista certainly caught eyes with its sharp, coupe-like profile and smart pricing. 

 

Think of the Chevrolet Trax as the Envista's very close cousin. It got a major redesign recently and actually shares the same core platform and fuel-sipping 1.2L Turbo engine, so you'll get that familiar easy handling. 

 

The Trax has a sporty vibe itself and packs a surprising amount of room and features for the money—starting at an even friendlier price point than the Envista. Inside, you can get tech like a big 11-inch touchscreen, just like the Buick, plus standard Chevy Safety Assist features. 

 

Need a bit more SUV capability, maybe with all-wheel drive for those Michigan winters? The Chevrolet Trailblazer is worth a serious look. It's related to the Encore GX and sits a little higher than the Envista. After a recent refresh, it shares the Envista's efficient engine choices but offers its own distinct flavors, like the rugged-looking Activ or the sharp two-tone RS. You get smart interior space, easy connectivity with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and plenty of safety tech. A well-optioned Trailblazer feels impressively upscale without breaking the bank, making it a super versatile and stylish pick.

Moving from an Encore GX? Meet the Trailblazer & Terrain

If you appreciated the Encore GX’s refinement and agility, you'll be happy to know its near-twin lives in the Chevy lineup, and a sophisticated GMC option offers a nice step up.

 

Yes, it's the Chevrolet Trailblazer again! It's built on the same foundation and uses the same efficient turbo engines as the Encore GX. That means the driving feel, performance, and gas mileage will be very familiar. 

 

Want something a tad larger but just as refined? The GMC Terrain could be your perfect match. It's technically the next size class up, but it doesn't feel bulky, and you gain some useful extra space inside. 

 

The Terrain, especially in the top-tier Denali trim, really captures that Buick-like upscale feel with quality leather, real aluminum accents, and advanced tech like an available Head-Up Display. The ride is smooth and quiet, just like you'd expect.

Envision Alternatives: Equinox, Terrain & the Roomier Acadia

The Buick Envision delivered that near-luxury experience with a smooth ride and strong turbo power. If that combination of comfort and performance is what you're after, Chevy and GMC have you covered.

 

The Chevrolet Equinox has long been a popular choice in this size category, offering comfortable seating for five and versatile cargo space, much like the Envision. Its standard turbo engine is tuned more for everyday efficiency than the Envision's powerhouse, but it provides reliable performance and good fuel economy.

 

 Where the Equinox shines is value. You can get into an Equinox for significantly less than an Envision, and the top Premier trim loads up on features like leather, heated/ventilated seats, and modern safety tech, getting you very close to the Envision's feature set without the premium price tag. 

 

For a truly comparable upscale experience, the GMC Terrain, especially in Denali trim matches the Envision's size closely but wraps you in a cabin filled with premium materials and the latest driver aids. It feels every bit as luxurious, backed by the strong GMC brand. 

 

And if your needs are growing, consider the redesigned GMC Acadia. It's now a larger, three-row SUV standard, and the Acadia Denali is seriously impressive. Think more space, a powerful 328-hp engine, and cutting-edge options like Super Cruise® hands-free driving technology—it’s a genuine upgrade in luxury and capability.

Finding a Successor to the Enclave: Traverse, Acadia & Yukon

The Buick Enclave was the go-to for families needing three rows of comfort and upscale features. If you loved your Enclave's space, smoothness, and quiet ride, Chevy and GMC offer excellent, modern replacements.

 

The Chevrolet Traverse is fresh off a complete redesign and is perfectly positioned to fill the Enclave's role. It even gets a new, potent 328-hp turbocharged engine that offers more muscle than the Enclave's V6. But the Traverse's superpower is space: it boasts best-in-class cargo room and seating for up to eight people. Inside, the tech is thoroughly modern, highlighted by an available huge 17.7-inch touchscreen. The top-end High Country trim goes head-to-head with the Enclave Avenir, offering perforated leather and all the luxury touches. It’s everything you loved about the Enclave, updated for today.

 

The redesigned GMC Acadia is another strong contender. Now standard with three rows, it offers impressive luxury, especially in Denali trim. With features like available Super Cruise®, a large 15-inch screen, premium materials throughout, and that same strong 328-hp engine, the Acadia Denali might even feel a step above the Enclave in terms of tech and refinement. It offers a sophisticated ride with a slightly more rugged GMC character. 

 

And for those who need the ultimate in space, power, and towing, the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL are the next level up. These full-size, truck-based SUVs offer incredible capability, and the Yukon Denali trim delivers luxury that rivals premium brands.

Your Next Adventure Starts at Baker

Change can be exciting, and the latest Chevrolet and GMC lineups at Baker Chevrolet GMC are full of great vehicles we think you'll love. Whether it's the smart value of the Trax or the impressive luxury of an Acadia Denali, we've got something that will fit your needs and exceed your expectations. Give us a call or drop in to get a feel for the new vehicle that’ll best suit your needs.

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