The Buick Encore is an excellent SUV, even though it is advertised as an entrylevel crossover. The Encore is a sturdy vehicle with excellent visibility and great handling. Encore also comes equipped with a variety of high-end features.
You can choose from four trim levels of the Buick Encore. The Preferred model is the most costly and is available in front-wheel-drive only at $25,795 While all-wheel-drive models are more expensive at $600, they offer additional traction in snow, rain, and other weather conditions.
The Preferred model is powered by a 1.4L turbocharged four cylinder engine. It produces 155 horsepower as well as 177 pound-feet. When equipped with a VVT, the engine can reach 32 MPG highway. When paired with the CVT, the smaller 1.2-liter engine gets 30 mpg highway.
The Encore is smooth to drive and the interior is elegant. The seats in the front and back have ample headroom. The center console is also well-placed with plenty of space.
The Buick Encore's cabin has active noise cancellation. The front-passenger seat has manual adjustment for height and lumbar support. Rear-facing cameras are available, as is a rear cross-traffic alarm.
Buick Encore can also be ordered with heated front seats or a leather-wrapped steering. Automatic climate control can be found in the center console. The rear seats provide good headroom but are not sufficient to accommodate three people. It offers 48.4 cubic foot of cargo space.
The Encore comes with a lot of standard features and the infotainment is very user-friendly. The tiltable and adjustable steering wheel allows for the rear seat to slide forward and back. This makes the adjustment of the backrest or the reclining seatbacks easy.
Buick offers a forward collision alert system. This warns the driver when the car drifts toward the edge or gets too close to other vehicles. It can monitor engine torque and adjust the brakes. The Encore also comes with rear cross-traffic alert, which warns the driver if a vehicle is entering the space behind it.
For the 2022 model year, the Encore will come with a new 155-hp 1.4L Turbo I-4 engine. It will also offer a new electric heater and defroster, which replaces the heater core system. It features 18-inch alloy wheels, cloth/simulated and roof rails. It also includes the standard six-way, power driver seat. The Preferred model will also include an electric heater. The Preferred will come standard equipped with all-wheel drive.
The Buick Encore is a great combination of utility, versatility and affordability. It is also one of most comfortable vehicles in the class.