Buick Encore 2020-present Specifications

The 2020-Present Buick Encore offers a 1.4L turbocharged inline-4 engine producing 138 hp and 148 lb-ft of torque, and a 1.3L turbocharged inline-3 engine generating 155 hp and 174 lb-ft of torque. The 1.3L engine provides better fuel efficiency and slightly higher performance compared to the 1.4L engine.

The Buick Encore is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission for the 1.4L engine and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) for the 1.3L engine, offering smooth and efficient power delivery.

Standard safety features include a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, and a suite of driver-assistance technologies such as forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and automatic emergency braking. Optional features include blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

The Buick Encore achieves an EPA-estimated 25 mpg city and 30 mpg highway with the 1.4L engine, and 26 mpg city and 30 mpg highway with the 1.3L engine. This is competitive with other subcompact SUVs like the Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-3.

Buick recommends oil changes every 7,500 miles, tire rotations every 7,500 miles, and a comprehensive inspection every 15,000 miles. Specific intervals may vary based on driving conditions and vehicle usage.

Standard features include an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Available options include leather upholstery, a power-adjustable driver's seat, a Bose premium audio system, and a sunroof.

The Buick Encore offers 18.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and 48.4 cubic feet with the seats folded. This is slightly less than the Honda HR-V but comparable to the Mazda CX-3.

The Buick Encore has a towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds when properly equipped. Payload capacity varies by trim but is generally around 850 pounds.