2018
Buick Encore

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Available trims

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  • FWD 4dr
    Starts at
    $22,990
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Preferred
    Starts at
    $24,400
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Sport Touring
    Starts at
    $25,600
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Preferred
    Starts at
    $25,900
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Preferred II
    Starts at
    $26,900
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Sport Touring
    Starts at
    $27,100
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Preferred II
    Starts at
    $28,400
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Essence
    Starts at
    $29,100
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Essence
    Starts at
    $30,600
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Premium
    Starts at
    $30,600
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Premium
    Starts at
    $32,100
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat subcompact SUV
Front- or all-wheel drive
Two turbo four-cylinder engines
8-inch touchscreen standard
Forward collision warning available

The good & the bad

The good

Small size makes it city-friendly
Seating position offers great visibility
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay standard
Front passenger seat folds down for longer cargo
Good headroom

The bad

Performance from either engine
Stop-start system not smooth
Front seats uncomfortable, lack support
Expensive despite lack of premium features
No armrest for front passenger
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Buick Encore base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
19.8%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
19.8%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 24,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

92% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 196 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.6
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • By Zyikia lowe from TX
    Used to own this car
    April 26, 2025

    Dearrell was a great salesman.

    Dearrell was a great salesman. Everything was good fast past. I highly recommend you buy a car from here. They will work with you and find the of your dreams.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Sara from Utica, NY
    Owns this car
    September 25, 2024

    I’ve owned this vehicle for 2yrs.

    I’ve owned this vehicle for 2yrs. I’ve put 20k miles on it. I wish I test drove it on a more reasonable road with faster MPH because this car has zero power. I feel like it takes ages to get to 50Mph and I can feel the cars behind me getting impatient. I have maintained it very well as far as oil changes, brakes, and fluids. I didn’t have any issues the first year. This past year I have put over $3000 into it. It started with the catalytic converter. When I brought it to my mechanic for this, he told me once these go in Buicks, everything else goes downhill and advised me to get rid of it asap-and he was right! A few months later I was back because it was doing this strange bucking every time I stopped and it would completely die out. That day I had to replace the turbocharger lines. Exactly 4 months after that, I was back and had to replace the turbocharger itself. Since then, we have been trying to bandage it up to get it to last me one more year but I don’t think I’ll get that far with it. I’m at 72k miles. The only thing I like about it is the interior design. The seats are comfy and look sharp with the leather around the fabric cushions. The dashboard area is black with some leather so I do like how it appears to the eye. There’s a tiny center console that sits really low and I find myself constantly trying to rest my arm on it. There is an arm piece that moves up and down but the arm piece sits too high up for me. The gas mileage isn’t the best for the engine size. Overall, I’d rate it a 2. I definitely wouldn’t consider purchasing another.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Paul from Oklahoma City ok
    Owns this car
    November 19, 2023

    My buick encore have never worked satisfaction I w

    I have had problem with it front end the engine the belt the pulling ever since I bought this car last year as today this car is still giving me problems
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Kim from Fort mohave
    Owns this car
    October 21, 2023

    I love this car but I heard there was a recall on

    I had to replace the water pump and the thermostat housing at only 30 thousand miles. Left me stranded at work all the water dumped out within minutes
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Faith from Georgia
    Owns this car
    June 3, 2023

    I Will Never Buy Another Buick

    Hello, The car is nice . Not enough power for this size car. Universal fluids should be available for this car and all cars. The Buick car dealerships can not be trusted in my area. I have gone to several. Thank you
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Jennifer from Cedaredge co
    Owns this car
    April 6, 2023

    2018 buick encore

    I have had mine for 5 years . The only issue is the trim peeling . It handles great in the snow here in the mountains colorado.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Michele from New smyrna beach
    Owns this car
    August 31, 2022

    Ritchey Cadillac daytona Beach

    I bought my car from Ritchey Cadillac. The service was great. I was treated like family. Bruce the service manager to Larry Kelly GM, has the best team. They always handles all my issues with the best customer service.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Alex from Knoxville, TN
    Owns this car
    July 26, 2022

    Do Not Buy

    Absolutely hate this car. Got it used with only 50k miles on it in Oct 2021. (2018 pref model). We have had over $2,000 in repairs on the engine. Multiple different parts broken in 8 months of having the car. 0 Acceleration. I am not a race car driver, but this car has no power whatsoever, so forget about if you are in danger and need to speed up, this car will not do it. Not to mention the awful gas mileage that is less than the reported amount. The inside is all techy and pretty, but the car itself is a no. The trunk is so small you are better off getting a sedan with twice the storage space. This car pretends to be a nice crossover but there are much better cars on the market for the same price.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Kimberly from McConnell West Virginia
    Owns this car
    March 12, 2022

    Love this suv

    I purchased this vehicle used with only 17,000 miles on it. It is by far the best vehicle I have ever owed. It is a compact SUV but that's what I wanted so it's perfect for me. The only complaint I have is the mileage. My Chevy Malibu got much better gas mileage but this Buick is everything I ever wanted with all the gadgets and things it has.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Carolyns Blue bird from Rockville In
    Owns this car
    May 6, 2021

    Great car for what I need

    This car has everything I will need and than some ,a lot to learn so many gadets to learn what they are for and how to use them
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By elshuler from Saginaw Michigan
    Owns this car
    February 28, 2021

    Love the way it drives.

    The exterior color and shape of the car. The inside color and all the options it has. I’m still getting use to the lack of room inside.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Encore fan from Grand Blanc, MI
    Owns this car
    February 14, 2021

    Purchased vehicle nearly 5 months ago, love it.

    Owned Honda vehicles for many years and I am very impressed thus far with this vehicle. It is the perfect size for me. The mileage could be a bit better, but it is still pretty respectable. I like the ride and the styling of the vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Buick Encore?

The 2018 Buick Encore is available in 6 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • Essence (2 styles)
  • Preferred (2 styles)
  • Preferred II (2 styles)
  • Premium (2 styles)
  • Sport Touring (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Buick Encore?

The 2018 Buick Encore offers up to 25 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Buick Encore reliable?

The 2018 Buick Encore has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Buick Encore owners.

Is the 2018 Buick Encore a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Buick Encore. 92.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 196 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.7

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