2012 Buick Verano Review Specifications

Engine, ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder SIDI (Spark Ignition Direct Injection), with E85 capability and VVT (Variable Valve Timing) (180 hp [134.28 kW] @ 6700 rpm, 171 lb-ft of torque [230.85 N-m] @ 4900 rpm) (STD)

Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive includes Driver Shift Control (STD)

Axle, 3.23 final drive ratio

Front wheel drive

Battery, maintenance free with rundown protection heavy-duty 512 cold-cranking amps

Alternator, 130 amps

Suspension, front independent MacPherson strut aluminum control arms with hydraulic bushings, 25mm hollow stabilizer bar

Suspension, rear Z-link, compound crank with Buick Tuned Watts for enhanced rear stability

Steering, power, electric rack mounted

Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc with Brake Assist

Brake, parking, electronic

Exhaust tip, chrome with oval dual wall

Tires, P235/45R18, all-season, blackwall

Wheel, 16" x 4" (40.6 cm x 10.2 cm) steel, compact spare

Tire, T115/70R16, blackwall, compact spare

Moldings, bright, window surround

Grille, Black chrome/spectre Gray waterfall premium finish with bright chrome surround and Buick tri-shield

Headlamps, halogen composite blue translucent projector beam with flash-to-pass feature, automatic on and off, automatic delay and warning buzzer

Fog lamps, front, halogen

Lamp, center high-mounted stop/brake (CHMSL)

Mirrors, outside, power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding

Glass, solar absorbing

Windshield, solar absorbing

Windshield style, acoustic laminated glass

Wipers, front intermittent, variable

Door handles, body-color with chrome strips

Audio system feature, 6-speaker system

Audio system feature, USB port with iPod connectivity located in the center console

Audio system feature, auxiliary input jack located in center console

SiriusXM Satellite Radio is standard on nearly all 2012 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month trial to the 'XM Select' package, with over 170 channels including commercial-free music, all your favorite sports, exclusive talk and entertainment. And now add premium channels to your trial at no-cost. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. (Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after the trial period. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your subscription, service will automatically renew and bill, at the rates in effect at the time of renewal, until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Available only to those at least 18 and older in the 48 contiguous USA and D.C.)

Bluetooth for phone and music personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system, HMI (Human Machine Interface), phonebook access, voice recognition for audio, phone, phonebook and music selection, Pandora and Stitcher Smartphone compatible, SiriusXM weather and data services, and software Bluetooth and Smartphone interface upgradeable

Antenna, integral rear, integrated into rear window

Seat trim, premium cloth Ribbon inserts with leatherette bolsters

Seat adjuster, front passenger 8-way manual

Seat adjuster, front driver 8-way manual

Head restraints, 2-way adjustable (up/down), front

Seat, rear 60-40 split-folding with adjustable head restraints for outboard seating positions and integrated headrest for center seating position

Armrest, center, rear, articulating with dual cup holders and storage

Console, floor, center with sliding armrest storage, Smartphone storage, front and rear 12-volt auxiliary power outlets, dual cup holders, USB port, and auxiliary jack (Includes SD card reader when (UEW) audio system with navigation is ordered.)

Floor mats, color-keyed carpeted front and rear (fronts include anchors)

Steering column, tilt and telescopic

Steering wheel, leather-wrapped with chrome trim plate bezel, 3-spoke

Steering wheel controls, mounted audio and cruise controls

Display, driver instrument information enhanced, one color

Driver Information Center with trip odometer, fuel range, average fuel economy, instantaneous fuel economy, average vehicle speed, tire pressure and oil life remaining

Instrument panel, Black cluster includes Black rings with silver accents

Window, power with driver Express-Up/Down

Window, power with front passenger Express-Down

Windows, power, rear with Express-Down

Door locks, power with lock-out protection

Key, primary foldable, additional foldable

Remote Keyless Entry, extended range with lock control

Remote vehicle starter system

Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm

Cruise control

Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right-front passenger, adaptive and activates on remote start in 45 degrees or below

Heat ducts, rear floor

Sensor, humidity and windshield temperature

Defogger, rear-window electric, adaptive activates on remote start in 45 degrees or below

Power outlet, front auxiliary, 12-volt located in the center console forward storage bin

Power outlet, rear auxiliary, 12-volt located on the back of the center console

Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night

Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, covered

Lamp, interior, Ice Blue ambient, door handle area

Lamp, interior, Ice Blue ambient, center stack, console, cup holders and overhead LED dome

Shift knob, leather-wrapped

Assist handles, driver, front passenger and rear outboard

Coat hooks, driver- and passenger-side rear

QuietTuning Buick exclusive process that consists of laminated front and side glass along with numerous noise canceling acoustic treatments to reduce, block and absorb noise and vibration to create a quiet interior cabin

Horn, dual-note high and low

StabiliTrak, stability control system with Traction Control

Daytime Running Lamps

Air bags, frontal driver and frontal front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail for front and rear outboard seating positions includes Passenger Sensing System for rear outboard passengers that includes side mounted rear seat air bags. (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

Air bags, knee, driver and front passenger (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

Safety belts, 3-point, driver and front passenger, height-adjustable includes pretensioners and load limiters

Safety belts, 3-point, rear, all seating positions

LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren) for child safety seats in all 3 rear seating positions

Door locks, rear child security, power

Tire Pressure Monitor

Trunk emergency release handle

OnStar, 6 months of Directions and Connections plan includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance including Stolen Vehicle Slowdown and Remote Ignition Block, Remote Door Unlock, Turn-by-Turn Navigation with Destination Download (requires navigation radio) and OnStar eNav (where available), OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Roadside Assistance, Remote Horn and Lights, and Hands Free Calling. (Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.)

Automatic Crash Response

Stolen Vehicle Assistance

OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation

Wheels, 18" x 8" (45.7 cm x 20.3 cm) multi-spoke machined faced alloy with polished face and Sterling Silver finished pockets (STD) (Includes (RJ0) P235/45R18 all-season blackwall tires.)

Audio system, AM/FM/SiriusXM stereo with MP3 CD player, USB and AUX port IntelliLink AM/FM/SiriusXM stereo with 7" color LED touch screen display and MP3 CD player, USB and AUX port, MP3/WMA playback, iPod support and upgradeable software (STD)

Seats, front bucket with seatback map pockets