Buick

Buick Encore

Price $24,998 – $26,998
Fuel consumption 7.8 – 10.0 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 62%(view ratings)
As the best-selling Buick vehicle in North America, the Encore sub-compact crossover is now facing stiff competition. Only one engine is available, namely a turbocharged 1.4-litre four-cylinder that produces 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard, while all-wheel drive is optional. The days of the Encore may be numbered, though, because Buick recently bolstered its lineup with the slightly larger and more modern Encore GX.

Detailed ratings

Global rating
The Car Guide rating 62%
Fuel economy 5/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 5/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 5/10
Overall 6/10
Urban crossovers
The Car Guide rating 50%
Fuel economy 5/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 5/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 5/10
Overall 6/10

What's new in 2021

No major change

Pros

  • Fully equipped for a reasonable price
  • Interesting handling
  • Nicely designed interior

Cons

  • Lack of power
  • Outdated mechanics
  • Slow vehicle
  • High cabin, but not very long

Recalls

none