Buick

Buick Encore

Price $26,000 – $34,600
Fuel consumption 7.2 – 9.8 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 68%(view ratings)
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
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)