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2018 Buick Encore consumer reviews

$22,990 starting MSRP
side view of 2018 Encore Buick
(196 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.7
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Noise on the freeway

I drove it 5 different times at first it drove great on flat roads then drove it down bumpy roads it was rough at noisy It had a sunroof and AWD

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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Good Looks, Ok Mechanically, Poor Electronics

Extremely disappointed with GM/Onstar Navigation. Does not have any "DRIVER" input capabilities, You must pay Onstar $350/YR to have them input any destination for you. Suggested secondary input system via Apple or Android direct USB phone connection is also worthless and even the two GM mamuals do not tell you how to do this. GPS IS FREE from the US Federal Government. A ridiculous "UPGRADE???" from 2015, my last GM car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Love my car.great on gas

Has lots of leg roomlove the colour heated seats.easy to park with back up camera.great to be able to answer cell hands free.keep us all safe

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Love my "baby" SUV

Love the color (Black Cherry)! This is my second Encore...I like the fact that I sit up a little higher than in a car; I can park it sooo easily; and after 2-3 hours in the car, I'm not all "stoved up" when I get out. It handles well, and the AWD in the winter is essential for my peace of mind. I am a GM loyalist and have never been disappointed in the quality of the vehicles I've had from this company. It could use a tad bit more pickup, but that's a personal preference. I also wish this model had the extra little glove box like the 2015 did.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Cool car for a grandma

This car meets all of my needs. Safety features are great. Fuel economical. Easy to navigate. Love all the help features and the easy instructions. I would recommend this car to any age group as it is suited for young and old as well.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Loved it but too Small for my Needs

I test drove this car while searching for a compact SUV. I loved it! It performed well, had a nice quiet ride and felt like a luxury car. It had the power it needed to get the job done. I really liked the car but it was too small for my needs. After driving it, I told several people to check it out and would highly recommend it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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The most beautiful car I have owned in over 25 yrs

Very comfortable, nice safety features and highly recommended by Consumer Reports. Reliability and appearance were both important to me. Absolutely love the Coppertino color because it is unusual

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Never drove a Buick before, it's been GREAT!

It definitely rides great. Love all the safety features. It helps with blind spots and the rear end camera is a huge help getting out of tough parking spots. Gas mileage is awesome. It's definitely an eye catcher!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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LOVE IT - IT'S THE 2ND ONE I'VE PURCHASED

I love it and would by it again (as long as they don't change the body style). It's the 2nd one I've owned. I traded a 2014 in for a Chevy Trax and regretted it. I love my Encore so much, a close friend purchased one also.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My first new car

I had been researching different models and my wife test drove a few. This one was, in her words, "sturdy". Since the purchase, 4 days, we have been getting familiar with all the functions. Enjoying ourselves.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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