What is the Buick Encore?
The Encore is a small crossover SUV with a raised seating position and compact footprint. It was one of the smaller vehicles in Buick’s North American range. Buick is an American marque that is part of General Motors, with a long history in the United States and a presence in China.
The first-generation Encore ran from 2013 to 2022. Its crossover shape paired a raised stance with a cabin designed for everyday flexibility.
Engines and power
US and Canadian listings show a 1.4 L petrol engine.
How economical is the Buick Encore?
The best combined EPA rating listed in the United States is 30 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption is 7.8 L/100 km. Canadian figures also show a lowest consumption of 7.8 L/100 km, measured on NRCan’s 5-cycle test. EPA and Canadian 5-cycle procedures differ, so their results are not directly comparable.
Where was the Encore sold?
US EPA listings span 2013–2022 and cover 17 versions. Canadian NRCan listings span the same years and cover 21 versions. Both markets show petrol power.
Questions and answers
When was the first-generation Buick Encore sold?
The first generation ran from 2013 to 2022.
What engine did the Encore use in US and Canadian listings?
The listings show a 1.4 L petrol engine.
What is the Encore’s best EPA combined fuel economy?
The best combined EPA figure is 30 MPG.
Do US and Canadian consumption figures use the same test?
No. The United States uses EPA testing, while the Canadian result uses NRCan’s 5-cycle procedure.
