Buick Encore first generation

Buick Encore first generation
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The Buick Encore first generation (2013–2022): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States and Canada.

Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,270 mm TC4,280 mm
Width1,770 mm TC1,775 mm
Height1,650 mm TC1,646 mm
Wheelbase2,560 mm TC2,555 mm
Front track1,540 mm TC–
Rear track1,540 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,382–1,523 kg TC1,245–1,386 kg
Seats and space
Fuel tank–40–53 L
Performance
Top speed–180–192 km/h
Torque–180–240 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2013–2022: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

601 complaints for model years 2013–2022. 52 crashes · 9 fires · 76 injuries · 1 death

  • Engine 237
  • Electrical system 86
  • Transmission and drivetrain 76
  • Airbags 69
  • Fuel system 63
  • Brakes 56

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 6 versions of the Buick Encore first generation

United States 5 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2019–2022SIDI1.4 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA194–204 g/km
2016–2022SIDI1.4 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive26–28 MPG (8.4–9.0 L/100 km) EPA195–213 g/km
2013–20211.4 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA194–204 g/km
2013–20211.4 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive25–27 MPG (8.7–9.4 L/100 km) EPA208–218 g/km
2016–2018SIDI · SIDI; Stop-Start1.4 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA185 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–2022Sport utility vehicle: Small1.4 LPetrol6-speed automatic7.8–9.2 L/100 km 5-cycle182–215 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.