Buick Encore
The Buick Encore is in the subcompact SUV segment, a category that is constantly growing in popularity. It’s a cousin of the Chevrolet Trax, but superior luxury is what sets it apart. The engine is a turbocharged, 1.4L four-cylinder engine that delivers 138 horsepower and is paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox. There's another 1.4L turbo on option, this time generating 153 horsepower. Front- or all-wheel drive, depending on the version.
Buick Encore
Pricing | |
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MSRP | CA$26,000 |
Fees | CA$1,795 |
Gas guzzler tax | CA$0 |
Monthly payments | CA$489/month |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.4 l I-4 |
Power | 138 hp @ 4,900 rpm (103 kW) |
Torque | 148 lb·ft @ 1,850 rpm (201 N·m) |
Induction | Turbocharged |
Fuel type | Regular |
Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
Drivetrain | FWD |
Vehicle type / Category | |
Vehicle type | SUV |
Category | Subcompact SUV |
Assembly | Bupyeong, KR |
Generation | 1 |
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
City | 9.3 L/100km |
Highway | 7.2 L/100km |
Combined | 8.4 L/100km |
Autonomy | 630 km |
CO₂ emissions | 194 g/km |
Equipment | |
Smart key | standard |
Remote engine start | optional |
Infotainment | |
Auxiliary audio input | standard |
Apple CarPlay compatible | standard |
Android Auto compatible | standard |
Sirius XM | standard |
Bluetooth audio | standard |
Wi-Fi hotspot | standard |
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
Steering | rack and pinion with assist |
Turning diameter | 11 m (37′) |
Front suspension | independent, Macpherson strut |
Rear suspension | N/A |
Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
Front tires | P215/55R18 |
Rear tires | P215/55R18 |
Safety | |
Seat belts | 5 |
Dimensions / Weight | |
Length | 4,278 mm (168″) |
Width | 1,774 mm (70″) |
Height | 1,658 mm (65″) |
Wheelbase | 2,555 mm (101″) |
Front track | 1,540 mm (61″) |
Rear track | 1,540 mm (61″) |
Weight | 1,468 kg (3,236 lb) |
Capacities | |
Passengers | 5 |
Trunk | between 532 l and 1,371 l |
Fuel tank | 53 l (12 gal) |
Towing capacity | N/A |
Performance | |
0-100 km/h | 10.3 s |
80-120 km/h | 7.9 s |
Top speed | 195 km/h (121 mph) (estimated) |
Braking distance | 42 m |
Warranty | |
Base warranty | 4 years/80,000 km |
Powertrain warranty | 6 years/110,000 km |
The Car Guide rating | |
Fuel economy | 6/10 |
Reliability | 10/10 |
Safety | 9/10 |
Infotainment | 7/10 |
Driving | 5/10 |
Overall | 6/10 |
Average | 68%(view ratings) |