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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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Great small suv

This Encore Essence has all the bells and whistles you could want. It is very comfortable to drive and easy to handle. The cargo space is very small, and that is something I am still trying to get used to after a larger SUV. I have found the pick up is not as powerful as my previous car. It meets my needs but things others may want to consider.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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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Most reliable car I have ever owned.

This car is above what I wanted. It has a lot of leg room in front. I love the remote entry. I love how cold the air conditioner get.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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I love the way it drives and handles.

I felt very comfortable sitting as a passenger and driver. It handled easily on the interstate and in town. It has all the extras that I need and are easy to access.

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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Only owned the car for 3 days..

I love the car so far, but have only owned it for 3 days, so there may be some glitches or reliability issues I'm not aware of, but as of now I love it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Did not meet expectations

I made a poor decision in buying this 2018 Buick Encore. For one thing, it's just so cramped and has limited cargo space. It would be ok for one person, I guess. Performance was not the best, rather sluggish and at times poor acceleration. There were some mechanical issues from the get-go that had to be fixed, which were covered under the warranty. There continued to be some cold-weather related fuel injection problems that the dealership could not diagnose properly. I ended up trading it in after just one year, rather than deal with any more hassle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Just the car for me.

Perfect for me. Has all the things I was looking for. Fantastic warranty on this car. The ride is completely friendly for the price. Thanks.

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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First new car I've purchased and first automatic.

This car has plenty of power at lower end stop and go driving, it's com- fortable to drive, handles and stops good. Love the 8" touch screen located HIGH on dash board is easy to use while driving without barely taking eyes off road. The SiriusXM satilite radio is a gas with maximum entertainment. Electric driver seat ++++accessories.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Windshield wiper fluid is not adjustable and inade

The windshield wiper fluid is not adjustable and sprays the very bottom of the window. This causes problems seeing while trying to drive in the winter as the fluid does not go high enough to clean the window. The dealership said nothing they can do about it. So this must be a poor design flaw made by buick

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Love my new car - Just hit the 200 mile mark on it

I love my new car. It's ride is so smooth Awesome on gas. Everything is just perfect! The interior is beautiful. Plenty of leg room in both the back and front seats.

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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Amazing

I love this car!! It’s comfortable & a joy to drive. The only thing I don’t like are the drink holders between the seats. Makes it hard to get my drink while driving.

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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