Buick Encore
2019–2022 model years · Generation introduced 2013
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- Available years
- 2019–2022
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $8,975–$14,838
The overview
The subcompact Encore near-luxury SUV bowed for 2013, on a platform derived from the small Chevrolet Sonic. The Encore boasts a quiet cabin, great maneuverability, and a better ride than many larger and higher-scoring SUVs. The little 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder and six-speed automatic deliver anemic acceleration however, and fuel economy is disappointing for a vehicle of this size. Handling is sound, though unexceptional. The cabin is reasonably well appointed, but feels narrow and cramped. The swoopy styling intrudes on the view in the rear. A revised interior came for 2017, as well as a larger screen for the infotainment system which also got Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. Updates for 2022 include more power, increasing from 138 hp to 155 hp, for the 1.4-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine. It's the final year for the Encore.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
Compare the years
Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 ↗ Preferred 4-door SUV AWD 1.4-liter 4 (155 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $14,838 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 27 MPG |
| 2021 ↗ Preferred 4-door SUV AWD 1.4-liter 4 (138 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $11,375 | 3/5 | Not rated | 27 MPG |
| 2020 ↗ Preferred 4-door SUV AWD 1.4-liter 4 (138 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $10,275 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 27 MPG |
| 2019 ↗ Preferred 4-door SUV AWD 1.4-liter 4 (138 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $8,975 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 27 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2022 model
Preferred 4-door SUV AWD 1.4-liter 4 (155 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2022 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury entry-level SUVs
- Generation began
- 2013
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $14,838
- Retail value range
- $14,175 - $15,500
- Original MSRP range
- $26,100 - $26,720
- Trade-in range
- $11,560 - $12,870
Ratings
- Road test score
- 70/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 43%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 23 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 27 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,090
- Cruising range
- 320 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.8 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 11 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 168 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 65 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,355 lb
- Maximum load
- 945 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 25.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 26 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 1/5
- Driving
- 3/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 2/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 22503 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2021 model
Preferred 4-door SUV AWD 1.4-liter 4 (138 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2021 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury entry-level SUVs
- Generation began
- 2013
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $11,375
- Retail value range
- $10,600 - $12,200
- Original MSRP range
- $23,200 - $25,220
- Trade-in range
- $7,775 - $9,355
Ratings
- Road test score
- 70/100
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 24 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 27 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,090
- Cruising range
- 320 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.8 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 11 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 168 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 65 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,355 lb
- Maximum load
- 945 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 25.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 26 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 20390 First published: November 19, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2020 model
Preferred 4-door SUV AWD 1.4-liter 4 (138 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2020 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury entry-level SUVs
- Generation began
- 2013
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $10,275
- Retail value range
- $8,650 - $10,950
- Original MSRP range
- $23,200 - $30,800
- Trade-in range
- $5,830 - $8,115
Ratings
- Road test score
- 70/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 48%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 24 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 27 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,090
- Cruising range
- 320 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.8 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 11 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 168 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 65 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,355 lb
- Maximum load
- 945 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 25.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 26 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 3/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 5/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 14858 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2019 model
Preferred 4-door SUV AWD 1.4-liter 4 (138 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2019 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury entry-level SUVs
- Generation began
- 2013
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $8,975
- Retail value range
- $7,725 - $9,900
- Original MSRP range
- $23,200 - $30,800
- Trade-in range
- $4,895 - $7,020
Ratings
- Road test score
- 70/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 48%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 24 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 27 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,090
- Cruising range
- 320 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.8 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 11 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 168 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 65 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,355 lb
- Maximum load
- 945 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 25.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 26 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 2/5
- Driving
- 2/5
- Styling
- 3/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 12976 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
