It shares the GM VSS-F platform with the Chevrolet Trax (marketed as the Seeker in China).

Presented for the Chinese market in August 2022,[1] GM introduced the Envista in April 2023 in the United States and Canada.

In the North American market, the Envista is powered by the GM E-Turbo engine (LIH), a turbocharged 1.2-liter gasoline straight-three engine rated at 136 horsepower (101 kW) and 162 pound-feet (220 N⋅m) of torque mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.

[3] The Envista is offered in three trim levels: Preferred, Sport Touring (ST) and Avenir, each with front-wheel drive.

Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are offered, as well as over-the-air updates and a surround-sound audio system.