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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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This car is great for a small family and smooth !

IT IS A SMOOTH RIDE, HAS TONS OF FEATURES, GREAT ON GAS, NO BLIND SPOTS, FUN AND EASY TO DRIVE, ENOUGH ROOM FOR 4 ADULTS OR 3 ADULTS AND A LARGE DOG, HAS A HUGE TRUNK.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Perfect for a youngster going off to college!

The Buick Encore is a perfect combination of fuel efficiency, safety features, to make mom & dad happy ... and enough sporty appeal to make a young driver happy!

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

I'm 6foot 6in 270lbs and I had a sedan before, and was looking for an SUV, but I needed gas mileage because I drive 90 miles to work everyday then 90 back so I needed good MPG and this is the perfect car. As a big guy I was worried I wasn't gonna be able to fit, but I got all the room in the world!

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this car!!!

I love the moonroof,leather seats and remote start. It has a smooth ride and with this vehicle I have AWD. Love all the airbags 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 Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great comfortable and quiet sub compact SUV

9 out of 10 only because the interior lacks a full Console (only has one armrest for the driver) Plus no electric rear hatch or interior hatch release.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • 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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The SUV I was looking for

The seats, glass for the blind spot, how the back seats goes all the way down to the floor, compact and comfortable for me love it.

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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All around excellence

Just the right size.. sure wouldn't want it any longer given parking situations. Everything works well. The android auto doesn't integrate great but otherwise all perfect. - great viability, pleasant to drive with tons of space in back should i ever need to transport a 2-3 adults.. plenty space for groceries and modest size packages. -- putting the back seats down do limit extension of the front but give nice flat back -- could sleep in this car

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 Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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I'mm in love with my Encore

I can't express how much I love this SUV. It's loaded with so many features that it makes driving a joy. The little things it does like turning on the rear wiper when it's raining, and I put it in reverse, or increasing or lowering the radio volume based on the car's speed make me love it every single day. It doesn't hurt that where I live, I use the heated seats and steering wheel 7 months of the year. I also have a bad back and this car has the most amazing power lumbar support I've ever felt. I average 34 MPG highway and 28 city, so I don't fill it up that often either. Love it, love it!! Buy one, you won't be disappointed.

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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Cute small suv. Just right for single person

Like it a lot. Wish it had a mechanical rear door opener. Drives really well. Has good pick up ability. Good on the highway as well as back roads.

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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Beautiful ride!

The vehicle is quiet, innovative and stylish. My wife and I love it. Our favorite part is the spacious interior. The kids love it too! Best car we’ve owned. Go Buick!

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