2018 Buick Encore

FWD 4dr
MSRP: $22,990
2018 Buick Encore - Front 3/4, facing to the left
2018 Buick Encore - Rear 3/4, facing to the right
2018 Buick Encore - Profile, facing to the left
2018 Buick Encore - Front (full)
2018 Buick Encore - Rear (full)
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Drivers Dash
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Full Dash Basic
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Driver's Side with Door Open, Front Seat Feature
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Stereo System
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Wheel
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Trunk with Hatch Open Feature
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Engine Shot Feature
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Rear seats
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Center Storage Console
2018 Buick Encore - Interior Passenger Dash
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2018 Buick Encore FWD 4dr

MSRP: $22,990

2018 Buick Encore FWD 4dr Preferred

MSRP: $24,400

2018 Buick Encore FWD 4dr Sport Touring

MSRP: $25,600

2018 Buick Encore AWD 4dr Preferred

MSRP: $25,900

2018 Buick Encore FWD 4dr Preferred II

MSRP: $26,900

2018 Buick Encore AWD 4dr Sport Touring

MSRP: $27,100

2018 Buick Encore AWD 4dr Preferred II

MSRP: $28,400

2018 Buick Encore FWD 4dr Essence

MSRP: $29,100

2018 Buick Encore FWD 4dr Premium

MSRP: $30,600

2018 Buick Encore AWD 4dr Essence

MSRP: $30,600

2018 Buick Encore AWD 4dr Premium

MSRP: $32,100
2018 Buick Encore Standard Equipment
  • Engine, ECOTEC Turbo 1.4L Variable Valve Timing DOHC 4-cylinder sequential MFI (138 hp [102.9 kW] @ 4900 rpm, 148 lb-ft of torque [199.8 N-m] @ 1850 rpm)
  • Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically-controlled with overdrive includes Driver Shift Control
  • Keyless start, push button
  • Axle, 3.53 final drive ratio
  • Drivetrain, front-wheel drive (FWD models only.)
  • Alternator, 130 amps
  • Suspension, Ride and Handling
  • Steering, power, variable effort, electric
  • Capless Fuel Fill
  • Exhaust system, rear exit
  • Exhaust tip, styled stainless-steel
  • Mechanical jack
  • Wheels, 18″ (45.7 cm) machined-face alloy with Light Argent Metallic pockets
  • Tires, P215/55R18 all-season, blackwall
  • Tire, compact spare 16″ (40.6 cm), located under cargo floor
  • Luggage rack, side rails, roof-mounted
  • Fascias, front and rear accent color includes rocker moldings
  • Headlamps, halogen
  • Lamp, center high-mounted stop/brake (CHMSL)
  • Glass, acoustic, laminated windshield
  • Glass, deep-tinted
  • Windshield, solar absorbing
  • Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding with turn signal indicators
  • Door handles, body-color with chrome strips
  • Wipers, front intermittent with pulse washers
  • Wiper, rear intermittent
  • Vehicle protection, corrosion preventative
  • Audio system, Buick Infotainment System, AM/FM stereo, SiriusXM with 8″ diagonal Color Touch Screen, includes 2 USB ports, Bluetooth streaming for audio and select phones and Phone Integration for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability for compatible phone
  • Audio system feature, 6-speaker system
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio is standard on nearly all 2017 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month All Access trial subscription with over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports, news and entertainment. Plus listening on the app and online is included, so you’ll hear the best SiriusXM has to offer, anywhere life takes you. Welcome to the world of SiriusXM. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental (“FDR”) use. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at siriusxm.com. Other fees and taxes will apply. All fees and programming subject to change.)
  • Bluetooth for phone and music personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system, phonebook access, voice recognition for audio, phone, phonebook and music selection, Pandora and Stitcher Smartphone compatible, SiriusXM weather and data services, and software Bluetooth and Smartphone interface upgradeable
  • Buick 4G LTE and available built-in Wi-Fi hotspot offers a fast and reliable Internet connection for up to 7 devices; includes data trial for 1 month or 3GB (whichever comes first); EFFECTIVE WITH RETAIL SALES STARTING 5/1/2018. (Available Wi-Fi requires compatible mobile device, active OnStar service and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T. Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.)
  • Antenna, roof-mounted
  • Seats, front bucket
  • Assist handle, rear
  • QuietTuning Buick exclusive process that consists of acoustically enhanced windshield and side glass, along with numerous noise canceling acoustic treatments to reduce, block and absorb noise and vibration to create a quiet interior cabin
  • Noise control system, active noise cancellation
  • Seat adjuster, driver 6-way power with manual recline and power lumbar adjustment
  • Seat adjuster, front passenger 2-way manual
  • Seatback, passenger flat-folding
  • Storage, front passenger underseat
  • Seat, rear 60/40 split-bench, folding
  • Headrests, 2-way adjustable, up/down
  • Door sill plate cover, front
  • Steering column, tilt and telescopic, adjustable
  • Steering wheel, leather-wrapped 3-spoke, color-keyed with theft-deterrent locking feature
  • Steering wheel controls, mounted audio and phone interface controls
  • Driver Information Center enhanced, 4.2″ multi-color display, includes tachometer, speedometer, trip odometer, fuel level, coolant temperature, oil life monitor, battery and compass
  • Instrumentation, outside temperature display, located on audio system
  • Oil life monitoring system
  • Window, power with driver Express-Up/Down
  • Window, power with front passenger Express-Down
  • Windows, power, rear with Express-Down
  • Door locks, power with lockout protection
  • Keyless Open, includes extended range Remote Keyless Entry
  • Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed
  • Theft-deterrent system, immobilizer, vehicle, PASS-Key III
  • Theft-deterrent system, electrical, unauthorized entry
  • Air conditioning, single-zone manual
  • Air filter, particle
  • Defogger, rear-window, electric
  • Shift knob, satin silver and chrome
  • Glovebox, dual
  • Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night with tilt
  • Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, covered
  • Lighting, interior, dimming instrument panel cluster
  • Lighting, interior, overhead courtesy lamp
  • Lighting, interior, rear cargo compartment lamp
  • Cargo storage, tray under rear floor
  • Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
  • StabiliTrak, stability control system
  • Daytime Running Lamps, separate cavity, LED
  • Air bags, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail for front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner’s Manual for more information.)
  • Air bag, Passenger Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector
  • Safety belt, 3-point, driver with load limiter, height adjustable
  • Safety belt, 3-point, front passenger with load limiter, height adjustable
  • Safety belts, 3-point rear, all seating positions
  • Restraint provisions, child, Isofix 2 point only, point/latch includes 3 top tether points
  • OnStar and Buick connected services capable; EFFECTIVE WITH RETAIL SALES STARTING 5/1/2018. (Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model.)
  • Buick Connected Access with 10 years of standard connectivity which enables services such as, Vehicle Diagnostics, Dealer Maintenance Notification, Buick Smart Driver, Marketplace and more; EFFECTIVE WITH SALES STARTING 5/1/2018. (Limitations apply. Not transferable. Standard connectivity available to original purchaser for ten years from the date of initial vehicle purchase for model year 2018 or newer Buick vehicles. See onstar.com for details and further plan limitations. Connected Access does not include emergency or security services. Availability and additional services enabled by Connected Access are subject to change.)
  • Rear Vision Camera
  • Door locks, child security rear, manual
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, manual learn
  • Horn, dual note tone
2018 Buick Encore Available Options
  • EMISSIONS, FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS (FE9)
  • EMISSIONS, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OREGON, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT AND WASHINGTON STATE REQUIREMENTS (NE1)
  • EMISSIONS, CALIFORNIA STATE REQUIREMENTS (YF5)
  • EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, CALIFORNIA (NB8)
  • EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, STATE-SPECIFIC (NB9)
  • EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, FEDERAL (NC7)
  • ENGINE, ECOTEC TURBO 1.4L VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DOHC 4-CYLINDER SEQUENTIAL MFI (138 hp [102.9 kW] @ 4900 rpm, 148 lb-ft of torque [199.8 N-m] @ 1850 rpm) (LUV) – Standard
  • TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC, ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED WITH OVERDRIVE includes Driver Shift Control (MNK) – Standard
  • PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Includes Standard Equipment (1SV)
  • SUMMIT WHITE (Includes (CM5) Black Carbon Metallic lower exterior accent color, Paint code W700S.) (GAZ)
  • EBONY TWILIGHT METALLIC Includes (CM5) Black Carbon Metallic lower exterior accent color, Paint code W700S.) (GB0)
  • COASTAL BLUE METALLIC Includes (CM5) Black Carbon Metallic lower exterior accent color, Paint code W700S.) (GQM)
  • BLACK CARBON METALLIC LOWER EXTERIOR ACCENT COLOR (CM5)
  • STANDARD PAINT (undefined)
  • SEATS, FRONT BUCKET (AR9) – Standard
  • EBONY, CLOTH WITH LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM (AFN)
  • AUDIO SYSTEM, BUICK INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO, SIRIUSXM with 8″ diagonal Color Touch Screen, includes 2 USB ports, Bluetooth streaming for audio and select phones and Phone Integration for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability for compatible phone (IO5) – Standard
  • HEATER, OIL PAN (KPK)
  • LICENSE PLATE BRACKET, FRONT (VK3)
  • GM COMMERCIAL LINK – 1 YEAR OF SERVICE includes 12 months of GM Commercial Link service. Provides access and reporting for key vehicle information such as speed, location and maintenance through website and mobile application. Eligible customers must sign up for an account at www.gmcommerciallink.com in order take advantage of this 12 month offer. The Commercial Link service is included in the price of the vehicle. Total service duration is 12 months. Non-Transferrable. Non-Refundable. (P0G)
  • GM COMMERCIAL LINK – 2 YEARS OF SERVICE includes 24 months of GM Commercial Link service. Provides access and reporting for key vehicle information such as speed, location and maintenance through website and mobile application. Eligible customers must sign up for an account at www.gmcommerciallink.com in order take advantage of this 24 month offer. The Commercial Link service is included in the price of the vehicle. Total service duration is 24 months. Non-Transferrable. Non-Refundable. (P0H)
  • GM COMMERCIAL LINK – 3 YEARS OF SERVICE includes 36 months of GM Commercial Link service. Provides access and reporting for key vehicle information such as speed, location and maintenance through website and mobile application. Eligible customers must sign up for an account at www.gmcommerciallink.com in order take advantage of this 36 month offer. The Commercial Link service is included in the price of the vehicle. Total service duration is 36 months. Non-Transferrable. Non-Refundable. (P0I)
2018 Buick Encore Consumer Information
  • Basic Years – 4
  • Basic Miles/km – 50,000
  • Drivetrain Years – 6
  • Drivetrain Miles/km – 70,000
  • Corrosion Years – 4
  • Corrosion Years – 6 (Rust-Through)
  • Corrosion Miles/km – 50,000
  • Corrosion Miles/km – Unlimited (Rust-Through)
  • Roadside Assistance Years – 6
  • Roadside Assistance Miles/km – 70,000
  • Maintenance Years – 2
  • Maintenance Miles/km – 24,000
  • Maintenance Note – 2 Visits
  • Overall Rating – * * * * *
  • Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating – * * * * *
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver – * * * * *
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger – * * * * *
  • Overall Side Crash Rating – * * * * *
  • Side Barrier Rating – * * * * *
  • Side Barrier Rating Driver – * * * * *
  • Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat – * * * * *
  • Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat – * * * * *
  • Male/Female Dummy Note – Male: Average sized adult male dummy in 35-MPH crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs. Female: Small-sized adult female dummy in 35-mph crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs.
  • Combined Side Rating Front Seat – * * * * *
  • Combined Side Rating Rear Seat – * * * * *
  • Rollover Rating – * * * *
  • Rollover Rating Dynamic Test Result – No Tip
  • Risk of Rollover – 19.80%
  • Rollover Note – Dynamic (moving) test results (Tip or No Tip) and measured rollover-related properties determine vehicle’s risk of rollover in single vehicle crash and its rollover rating. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a “fishhook” maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how “top-heavy” a vehicle is.
2018 Buick Encore Technical Specifications
  • Vehicle Name – Buick Encore
  • Body Style – Sport Utility Vehicle
  • Drivetrain – Front Wheel Drive
  • Trans Order Code – MNK
  • Trans Type – 6
  • Trans Description Cont. – Automatic
  • Trans Description Cont. Again –
  • First Gear Ratio (:1) – 4.58
  • Second Gear Ratio (:1) – 2.96
  • Third Gear Ratio (:1) – 1.91
  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) – 1.45
  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) – 1.00
  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) – 0.75
  • Reverse Ratio (:1) – 2.94
  • Clutch Size –
  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) – 3.53
  • Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High –
  • Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low –
  • EPA Classification – 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle
  • Model Group – Encore undefined
  • Vehicle Segment – Subcompact Sport Utility undefined
  • Vehicle Type – Sport Utility undefined
  • Passenger Capacity – 5
  • Passenger Volume – 92.8 ft³
  • Front Head Room – 39.58 in
  • Second Head Room – 38.78 in
  • Front Leg Room – 40.82 in
  • Second Leg Room – 35.75 in
  • Front Shoulder Room – 54.18 in
  • Second Shoulder Room – 52.55 in
  • Front Hip Room – 51.65 in
  • Second Hip Room – 50.08 in
  • Base Curb Weight – 3237 lbs
  • EPA Greenhouse Gas Score –
  • Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year – 5.9 (LE2), 6.3
  • Fuel Economy Est-Combined – 30 MPG (LE2), 28 MPG
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est – City – 27 MPG (LE2), 25 MPG
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est – Hwy – 33 MPG
  • Dead Weight Hitch – Max Trailer Wt. –
  • Dead Weight Hitch – Max Tongue Wt. –
  • Wt Distributing Hitch – Max Trailer Wt. –
  • Wt Distributing Hitch – Max Tongue Wt. –
  • Engine Order Code – LUV
  • Engine Type – Turbocharged I4
  • Displacement – 1.4/83
  • Fuel System – Electronic Fuel Injection
  • SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM – 138 @ 4900, 153 @ 5600 (LE2)
  • SAE Net Torque @ RPM – 148 @ 1850, 177 @ 2000-4000 (LE2)
  • Engine Displacement Units – 1.4 undefined, 1.4 undefined (LUV)
  • Engine Camshaft – DOHC undefined, DOHC undefined (LUV)
  • Engine Block Type – iron undefined (LUV), iron undefined
  • Engine Cylinder Count – 4 undefined (LUV), 4 undefined
  • Engine Valve Count – 4 undefined (LUV), 4 undefined
  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) – – TBD –
  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) – 130
  • Total Cooling System Capacity – 6.9 qts
  • Suspension Type – Front – Independent MacPherson Strut
  • Suspension Type – Rear – Torsion Beam
  • Suspension Type – Front (Cont.) – w/Coil Springs
  • Suspension Type – Rear (Cont.) – w/Coil Springs
  • Shock Absorber Diameter – Front – N/A mm
  • Shock Absorber Diameter – Rear – N/A mm
  • Stabilizer Bar Diameter – Front – – TBD – in
  • Stabilizer Bar Diameter – Rear –
  • Front Tire Order Code – RAK
  • Rear Tire Order Code – RAK
  • Spare Tire Order Code – RVZ
  • Front Tire Size – P215/55R18
  • Rear Tire Size – P215/55R18
  • Spare Tire Size – Compact
  • Front Wheel Size – 18″ x – TBD – in
  • Rear Wheel Size – 18″ x – TBD – in
  • Spare Wheel Size – 16″ x – TBD – in
  • Front Wheel Material – Aluminum
  • Rear Wheel Material – Aluminum
  • Spare Wheel Material – Steel
  • Steering Type – Pwr Rack & Pinion
  • Steering Ratio (:1), Overall – 16.0
  • Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) – 2.72
  • Turning Diameter – Curb to Curb – 36.7 ft
  • Turning Diameter – Wall to Wall – N/A ft
  • Brake Type – Pwr
  • Brake ABS System – 4-Wheel
  • Disc – Front (Yes or ) – Yes
  • Disc – Rear (Yes or ) – Yes
  • Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness – 11.8 x 1.0 in
  • Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness – 10.6 x 0.5 in
  • Drum – Rear (Yes or ) –
  • Rear Drum Diam x Width –
  • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx – 14.0 gal
  • Wheelbase – 100.60 in
  • Length, Overall – 168.41 in
  • Width, Max w/o mirrors – 69.85 in
  • Height, Overall – 65.26 in
  • Track Width, Front – 60.62 in
  • Track Width, Rear – 60.62 in
  • Min Ground Clearance – 6.22 in
  • Rear Door Opening Height – – TBD – in
  • Rear Door Opening Width – – TBD – in
  • Liftover Height – – TBD – in
  • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 – – TBD – in
  • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 – – TBD – in
  • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 – – TBD – in
  • Cargo Area Width @ Beltline – – TBD – in
  • Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings – – TBD – in
  • Cargo Box (Area) Height – – TBD – in
  • Cargo Volume to Seat 1 – 48.40 ft³
  • Cargo Volume to Seat 2 – 18.80 ft³
  • Cargo Volume to Seat 3 – – TBD – ft³