Buick Encore GX first generation
The Buick Encore GX first generation (since 2020): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States and Canada.
Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm TC | 4,354 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm TC | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm TC | 1,629 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm TC | 2,595 mm |
| Front track | 1,550 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,570 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,372–1,477 kg TC | 1,375–1,470 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 680 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,662 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 50 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | – | 195–205 km/h |
| Torque | – | 220–240 Nm |
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2020: ★★★★☆ · 2021–2026: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, fr, pl), US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
235 complaints for model years 2020–2026. 8 crashes · 1 fire · 10 injuries
- Electrical system 62
- Transmission and drivetrain 51
- Engine 49
- Brakes 33
- Fuel system 20
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 7 versions of the Buick Encore GX first generation
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–2026SIDI; FFV | 1.2 L | Flex fuel (E85) | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 185 g/km |
| 2020–2026SIDI | 1.3 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 30–31 MPG (7.6–7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 179–185 g/km |
| 2020–2026SIDI | 1.3 L | Petrol | 9-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 199–211 g/km |
| 2020–2024SIDI | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 28–30 MPG (7.8–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 184–198 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small | 1.3 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 7.8–7.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 183–185 g/km |
| 2020–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small | 1.3 L | Petrol | 9-speed automatic | 8.5–8.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 199–207 g/km |
| 2020–2023Sport utility vehicle: Small | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 7.8–8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 184–198 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.