Pros: Unique upscale character; close-quarters maneuverability; ride quality and noise levels are impressive considering the small size
Cons: Cramped rear-seat space; limited cargo room; so-so acceleration with base engine; no push-button start available
CG Says: For 2016, Buick’s subcompact crossover SUV adds a Sport Touring model powered by a new 153-horsepower turbocharged 1.4-liter 4-cylinder with direct injection and stop/start technology. Encore delivers surprisingly good ride quality and Buick’s characteristic hushed cabin. For some shoppers, the vehicle’s small size and tall driving position will be real strengths. However, the small dimensions limit Encore’s cargo versatility and rear seat space, especially among similarly priced competitors. Encore is an unusual vehicle that’s quite compelling–if the benefits of its small size are more important to you than the compromises that are also part of the package.
| Class | Subcompact SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Buick |
| Nation of Manufacture | South Korea |
| Base Prices | Base: $24,065 AWD Base: $25,565 Convenience: $26,355 AWD Convenience: $27,855 Leather: $28,300 AWD Leather: $29,800 Premium: $29,785 AWD Premium: $31,285 Sport Touring: $27,350 AWD Sport Touring: $28,850 |
| Base Engine turbocharged 1.4-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 138 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 23-28 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 30-34 |
| Base Engine turbocharged 1.4-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 153 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 26-28 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 32-34 |
