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I would have also considered the Hyundai Kona had it not been for our local Hyundai dealer's bad rep. Buick uses pretty nice materials throughout the cabin, and the low levels of noise promote a peaceful environment.

The rear seats have somewhat flat cushions. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what I am just loving this car. new car every three years or so. Mazda infuses the CX-3 with exceptional steering and handling balance as well as a strong engine that helps it outpace the Encore. It functions better than other systems but may still be a nuisance in slow-moving traffic. Otherwise, that view is quite good, too. Shop Edmunds' car, SUV, and truck listings Drivers of any size should be able to find a comfortable position. It's real. Encore pricing for 2020 is unchanged from 2019. I would definitely make this purchase again. We'd consider this close to the bare minimum. The 2020 Buick Encore is the smallest of Buick's SUV lineup and it does a respectable job of emulating the pseudo-luxury feel of its big sibs, the Envision and Enclave. This review was written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. The features in the Encore are fairly basic, so the controls aren't difficult to figure out.

), vehicle specifications (engine cylinder count, drivetrain, engine power, engine torque, engine displacement, transmission), fuel economy (city, highway, combined, fuel capacity, range), vehicle dimensions (length, width, seating capacity, cargo space), car safety, true cost to own. Did you? The availability of advanced driver safety aids is pretty thin. The front-seat layout is quite good, with controls that are straightforward and redundant knobs on the dash for climate controls. 13 out of 13 people found this review helpful. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more. It gets the job done, but it won't impress you with the quality of its materials. The small center floor bump helps provide decent middle-seat foot clearance, but the backseat is optimal for two rear passengers. The engine moans a bit at full throttle, and the air conditioning sounds like a hurricane blowing on its max setting. The front pillars are located far forward, and the door-mounted mirrors aren't intrusive.

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety. So far the suv has not had any problems requiring a visit to the dealer. The GM trucklets offer a free maintenance visit within the first year of ownership. I look forward to driving anytime. The increased weight overwhelms the damping, and the ride feels much less controlled. Small though it may be compared to Buicks of the past, the 2019 Buick Encore embodies many of the virtues that have sustained the brand over recent decades. Great safety features. In back you get a single 12-volt outlet but no USB ports. The Encore's steering feels precise and responsive and provides good on-center feel.

The quality of the interior is excellent; better than the Nissan. There are some hard plastics in the door panels and lower center console, and the glossy black trim on the center stack of our test vehicle didn't match the glossy gray panels on the doors. I always thought of Buick as a grandma car, but I have been proved wrong.

It's almost soft to a fault. The Bose audio system has some good power and delivers decent sound. All Encores have a six-speed automatic transmission.

The Encore is a nice car for long trips or just around town. Fairly basic but they worked when we used them. Edmunds also has Buick Encore pricing, MPG, specs, pictures, safety features, consumer reviews and more. The new Encore GX is a much-needed addition to Buick's SUV lineup, but its premium intentions are overshadowed by its budget bones. OnStar turn-by-turn directions are also included if you need them. If you don't collapse the rear headrests, or have passengers in the back, then your view directly behind will suffer. The Essence tops out with LED headlights, leather upholstery, a power-adjustable passenger seat, heated front seats, driver-seat memory settings, dual-zone automatic climate control, a heated steering wheel, a 120-volt household-style power outlet, and the blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert systems.

There's enough tech available in the Encore to get you by but nothing that's going to impress. But for a quiet and refined subcompact SUV that's easy to drive and maneuver in tight spots, the 2019 Buick Encore is well worth a look. I highly recommend this Encore to anyone seeking a quality subcompact SUV. All-wheel drive is available, but the Encore has just 6.2 inches of ground clearance. on Fri Oct 19 2018. Access them anywhere.
Moving up to a fully loaded Encore brings amenities such as remote start, a heated steering wheel and heated front seats.

Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Buick Encore. on Tue Sep 17 2019. There are two USB ports, an auxiliary input and a 12-volt power outlet up front. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior,