Detailed item info Model OverviewThe Buick Verano is a brand new model for 2012. It is also the smallest Buick. staking a claim on the compact luxury segment. The Verano's powertrain is a 2. 4L 4-cylinder. The dual overhead cam unit is E85-capable and produces 177 horsepower. which is good for a claimed 8-second sprint to 60 mph. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. A sporty turbocharged variant is expected later in the model year. Veranos come very well equipped with amenities such as 18-inch wheels. remote start. power sunroof. heated leather seating. heated steering wheel. automatic climate control. a nine-speaker Bose stereo. IntelliLink Bluetooth hands-free connectivity. parking assist and more. The best thing about the Verano may be its quiet ride. Buick has gone above and beyond to make the Verano a silent experience. with acoustic laminated glass. triple-sealed doors. a sound-deadening headliner. heavy-duty material on either side of the firewall. refined chassis dynamics and many. many luxury-level touches as well. The results are impressive and a welcome experience at this price. As in all Buicks. safety is a high priority in the Verano. and as such the car includes ten airbags. anti-lock brakes. traction control. and OnStar.