Buick markets the Encore as a small SUV/crossover. The Encore shows a crossover can be practical, fun and luxurious while getting excellent fuel economy.
The mileage starts with the engine, a 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder. It makes 138 horsepower and comes mated to a 6-speed automatic. This combination is good for up to 33 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in the city. The Encore is available with all-wheel drive as well.

While the outside of the Encore features thoroughly modern styling, it's the interior that really shines. A large, 8-inch full color display is set in the dashboard and houses the standard IntelliLink voice-activated infotainment system, while a touch of LED ambient lighting and a wood- and chrome-trimmed dashboard lend the Buick an air of sophistication. The Encore's coolest trick however might be its QuietTuning system, which uses noise cancellation technology to give the small crossover an exceptionally quiet interior.

Buick has included a long list of standard features to go with its modern interior. On the base model those include a 6-way power-adjustable driver's seat, power windows and doors, a leather wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, a rearview camera, heated mirrors, 18-inch aluminum wheels and a 6-speaker AM/FM/satellite radio stereo with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and Bluetooth.

There are three levels of Encore above the base trim. Preferred trim adds a rear cargo cover and rear color-keyed floor mats. Essence adds leather seating surfaces, a power passenger seat, heated seats, a heated steering wheel and a memory feature for the driver's seat.

The Sport Touring trim is continued into 2020 featuring and comes with 18-inch midnight silver wheels, a rear spoiler, a remote starter and some foglamps.

The top of the line trim for 2020 is dubbed Essence and features leather seating surfaces, a rear cross traffic alert system, a heated steering wheel and heated front seats. All-wheel drive is available.

Safety is enhanced by a total of ten airbags. This includes front and side impact airbags, knee airbags, thorax airbags and side curtain airbags. A rearview camera is standard and several radar based safety features are available on the lower models, but come standard with the Premium trim.

Quiet

Refined

Great Fuel Economy

Spacious

Lots Of Standard Features

Available All-wheel Drive

The Buick Encore returns for 2020 with very few changes to the lineup. The 153-hp turbocharged engine is dropped leaving the 138-hp engine as the sole drivetrain option.

The Buick Encore competes with other small SUVs and crossovers as well as with some of the more premium small cars available on the market. It offers buyers an appealing blend of small size, luxury and SUV-like practicality. All-wheel drive is available, but the Buick is less about off-roading and more about all-weather driving in comfort. Luxury-oriented touches abound that usually are reserved for cars costing much more. The Encore is a great value, with base prices starting under $25,000.

Safety Package includes (UFT) Side Blind Zone Alert, (UFG) Rear Cross Traffic Alert and (KI6) 120-volt power outlet

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

Exhaust system, rear exit

Exhaust tip, styled stainless-steel

Mechanical jack with tools

Wheels, 18" (45.7) aluminum with Technical Gray 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, LED

Fog lamps, front

Lamp, LED center high-mounted stop/brake

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

Antenna, roof-mounted

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 Radio enjoy an All Access trial subscription with over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports, news and entertainment. Plus listening on the SiriusXM app, online and at home on compatible connected devices 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 radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. See the SiriusXM Customer Agreement at www.siriusxm.com for complete terms and how to cancel. All fees, content, features, and availability are 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

4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)

Seats, front bucket

Noise control system, active noise cancellation

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

Leather-appointed seat trim

Seats, heated driver and front passenger

Seat adjuster, driver 6-way power with manual recline and power lumbar adjustment

Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way power with manual recline and power lumbar adjustment

Memory seat driver side presets for seat position, air conditioning and mirrors

Seatback, passenger flat-folding

Seat, rear 60/40 split-bench, folding

Headrests, 2-way adjustable, up/down

Floor mats, color-keyed and carpeted front

Floor mats, color-keyed and carpeted rear

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, heated

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

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

Remote vehicle starter system includes Remote Keyless Entry

Universal Home Remote

Theft-deterrent system, immobilizer, vehicle, PASS-Key III

Theft-deterrent system, electrical, unauthorized entry

Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right-front passenger

Air filter, particle

Defogger, rear-window, electric

Shift knob, satin silver and chrome

Glovebox, dual

Power outlet, 120-volt located on the rear of center console

Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming

Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, covered

Assist handle, rear

Lighting, interior, dimming instrument panel cluster

Lighting, interior, overhead courtesy lamp

Lighting, interior, rear cargo compartment lamp

Cargo storage, tray under rear floor

Cargo cover, rear, stowable and removable

Buick Connected Access capable (Subject to terms. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)

Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc

StabiliTrak, stability control system

Daytime Running Lamps, separate cavity, LED

Airbags, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger; seat-mounted side-impact and head-curtain for front and rear seating positions (Always use seat 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.)

Airbag, Passenger Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector (Always use seat 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.)

Seat belt, 3-point, driver with load limiter, height adjustable

Seat belt, 3-point, front passenger with load limiter, height adjustable

Seat belts, 3-point rear, all seating positions

Restraint provisions, child Isofix 2 point for outboard seating positions only, point/latch, includes 3 top tether points for all three seating positions

OnStar and Buick connected services capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)

Side Blind Zone Alert

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Rear Vision Camera

Door locks, child security rear, manual

Tire Pressure Monitoring System, manual learn

Horn, dual note tone