2018 Buick Encore

Name: 2018 Buick Encore
SKU: 2018 Buick Encore
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (194 reviews)

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$22,990

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Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV: Body style
28: Combined MPG
5: Seating capacity
168.41” x 65.26”: Dimensions
Front-wheel drive: Drivetrain

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Overview

4.8

(194 reviews)

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
Backseat legroom

Base
$22,990
Preferred
$24,400
Sport Touring
$25,600
Preferred II
$26,900
Essence
$29,100
Premium
$30,600

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

2018 Buick Encore review: Our expert's take

What it is: The Buick Encore is a subcompact SUV that seats five and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. It competes with the BMW X1 and Audi Q3.

There are no significant changes.

Consumer reviews

4.8

(194 reviews)

93% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.7
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.7

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Most recent consumer reviews

1.0

My buick encore have never worked satisfaction I w

November 19, 2023

By Paul from Oklahoma City ok

Owns this car

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

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 1.0
Interior 1.0
Performance 1.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 1.0
Reliability 1.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Transporting family
Does not recommend this car

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4.0

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

October 21, 2023

By Kim from Fort mohave

Owns this car

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

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 1.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

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5.0

I Will Never Buy Another Buick

June 3, 2023

By Faith from Georgia

Owns this car

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

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 2.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 2.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

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New car program benefits

Bumper-to-bumper: 48 months/50,000 miles
Corrosion: 48 months/50,000 miles
Powertrain: 72 months/70,000 miles
Maintenance: 24 months/24,000 miles
Roadside assistance: 72 months/70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Maximum age/mileage: 5 model years or newer/up to 75,000 miles
Basic warranty terms: 12 months/12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years/100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Powertrain: 6 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required: 172-point inspection
Roadside assistance: Yes