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We grew out of this
Okiepro, 06/01/2018
updated 06/04/2019
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
55 of 56 people found this review helpful
As our three grandkids have grown, the vehicle has gotten too small. Moved up to a bigger SUV. This is a small but comfortable SUV. Lots of of front legroom. I've never had a vehicle that I didn't have to move the seat all the way back. Carries grandkids and groceries with ease. Nimble and responsive... fun to drive. After almost two years, no repairs needed and no squeaks or creaks. My grown sons can even get comfortable in the back seat.
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The best short term lease subcompact crossover!
Sanjay, 03/05/2016
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
82 of 85 people found this review helpful
I've leased the electric blue base model of this car after test driving Mazda CX-3, Fiat 500X and Honda HRV. I wanted a compact car where I can sit slightly above the road and getting in and out would be easy on my lower back. I am a recent graduate and due to less credit history, most dealers rejected lease but the folks at Buick were great - they offered a 2-year lease at a decent price. The car is extremely comfortable and the driver seat comes with electronic adjustments and excellent lumbar support. I cannot find words to stress on how comfortable the driving experience is! It's interiors are great for a base model with leather accented seats, generously sized dashboard buttons and good leg room in rear seats. It also has OnStar care and satellite radio. It's modestly powered by a 1.4L turbo engine which does the job for a FWD. Major concerns about this car is external noise, horrendous bluetooth music playback(the rep told me that bluetooth is for voice only) and flat, muffled sounding speakers.Due to the external noise, i need to turn up the music volume and the speakers just sound bad (remember, this is a base model without the Bose active noise-cancellation setup). Music playback via AUX, radio and CD sound better. I didn't realize that the speakers were bad during the test drive but I've leased it for 2 years only. Overall, I highly recommend this car in the subcompact crossover segment if you're not too particular about brands or you don't mind a less sporty car. This car scores over all others for driving comfort which mattered the most. If you're thinking about leasing this for 2-3 years, i'd say it is a definite go, but get the higher end model with sunroof and bose speakers as it's so much more fun and exciting to step into your car!
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Perfect car for a retired lady who likes luxury!
Marie, 02/07/2016
updated 02/13/2023
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
95 of 99 people found this review helpful
I love Buicks because, if you get a premium model, you get all the extras including heated steering wheel and remote start which are add ons in other cars. I was intending to buy a Buick Regal, but was unhappy with the lack of visibility in my previous Buick sedan. The salesman suggested I test drive an Encore as well as the Regal. I loved the Encore! The visibility was much better, I enjoyed sitting higher up, and it was easier to park. Granted the trunk is rather small and there probably isn't much leg room in the back seat, but I rarely have a rear seat passenger, so that is fine. Also important to me is that it has OnStar with Turn by Turn navigation and hands-free calling. This is a perfect vehicle for a retired lady who enjoys a certain amount of luxury in her car. Now that summer is here, I'm finding the air conditioning very comfortable and responsive. There is no cold air blowing on my hands. When I turn the temp higher or lower, I feel the difference immediately. I now have had my car 13 months. I do miss the large trunk I had in previous cars. I often end up putting things in the back seat because they do not fit in the trunk. Also I find that I hear quite a bit of road noise when driving. I often have to turn up the radio because of the road noise. When I drive through a puddle, there is a loud roaring sound. The first time I heard it I thought my tire was falling off or something. These are things I can live with and the overall good looks and easy handling of the vehicle balance them out. I did have one huge disappointment. A few months ago I drove over a pothole at the side of the road and ended up with a dented rim. In nearly sixty years of driving I have never before had a dented rim. Then I found out that, because rims these days are made of an aluminum alloy rather than steel, it could not be repaired. I ended up paying $500 to replace the wheel. This was not covered by the warranty. This failing of materials used in the wheels I cannot accept. This is wrong! Update 2/12/23 I'm still driving my 2016 Encore. It has about 51,500 miles on it now and has given me no trouble since that dented rim mentioned in my original review. I bring it for maintenance regularly and will be replacing the tires in a few months. I still miss having a larger trunk, but am able to make do. I love the interior and the leather seats. Most of all, I love how easy it is to park. I easily access parking spaces that I would never have attempted with my previous car.
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Still a good car
Bill, 10/30/2017
updated 11/07/2024
2016 Buick Encore Leather 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
41 of 42 people found this review helpful
With 75,500 miles it has been fairly reliable and pretty inexpensive. Gas mileage could be better though. The right passenger door actuator is not working well, so this will be a cost.
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A Great Buy!
Sam Fam, 07/07/2016
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
64 of 67 people found this review helpful
After owning Hondas and Toyotas for several years, I thought buying my new car would be a breeze as the new Honda Accord looks beautiful. However, for safety reasons I did not want a car with "Push Button Start/Stop" or electronic parking brake. So my choices narrowed down to a few models. However, test drive of the Honda Accord was a complete disappointment because of the cheap materials used inside for everything including side panels, fabric etc. Plus the car was extremely noisy which I never expected. So I started research on all the other cars available out there that look beautiful, have a reliable history, used quality materials, and satisfy my requirements I mentioned earlier. Based on photos and reviews, I kept coming back to Buick Encore which I decided to buy outright after test driving it. So far, I have not been disappointed. My husband who was a little skeptical earlier loves the car too and so do my kids. Also with 20% rebate from Buick + dealer discount, I got a great deal on the car.
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Acceleration Good. Easy Getting in-& out
Philip Prigge, 05/15/2019
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
3 years driving now. I am long-legged male and like how easy it is to enter & exit car. It never feels small - like a sub-compact car should maybe feel, rather, it feels spacious for what I need. This is the first car I've ever driven where I don't need to push the front seat all the way back. The 2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring is comfortable for my 6' 3" friend and my 5' 3" wife. The car's elevated height, i.e., the driver's high perch, makes it easy to see traffic. The perch is as high, or higher than, most other compact SUVs -and this is only a sub-compact suv - makes me happy. I truly appreciate the "Blind Side Monitor Alert" ("BSM") & "Rear Crossing Traffic Alert" which come standard with all Trims except Base trim - this is a good value cuz even '19 cars don't make BSM and RCTA standard on many trim levels. The BSM is big assist while driving - improves my smoothness as a driver, i.e., no sudden swerves cuz I missed something in my blind spot. The acceleration meets our needs, i.e., acceleration is not a problem. Back seat leg room is fantastic - nice for my friends sitting back there. I get 30 mpg per fill-up even though much city driving. I think the 2017 has better info/entertain screen & setup. "Engine Auto Off" at stop lights doesn't bother me. The noise cancelation system works well - makes 60 mph trips pleasant. Driver visibility is excellent - I got spoiled driving Subaru Forester- which I think is perennially rated #1 for Driver Visibility - so I appreciate the ease of visibility while driving. It's easy to park and to track the front corners because hood slants downward. I'd prefer a gas cover door that needs to be released from inside. The favorable Warranty of 4-years / 50,000 miles made my decision to acquire this car easy - after I'd done my other research and did test drive. I am 70 years old - this the most pleasant driving car I've ever had. This is the first luxury car I've ever owned.
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Parts unavailable. Do not buy an Encore!!
Lance Oviatt, 09/12/2019
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
Purchased a 2016 Encore new the end of 2017. Out of two years of ownership I was unable to drive the car for over five months because Buick/GM were unable to get parts to complete repairs. One month because of a seat belt part and over four months because of their inability to get a replacement transmission. They only offered me $2500 credit towards a new vehicle after I already purchased a replacement vehicle, so basically no compensation offered.
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Plenty of Acceleration
Jody, 07/08/2016
updated 01/13/2017
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
41 of 45 people found this review helpful
I read quite a few reviews that suggested that the Encore is a bit sluggish. Though I would not take it out on the autobahn, we were very happy with the Sport Touring trim (new for 2016) that has a slightly more powerful engine and AWD. During the test drive, I practically demanded that we take the car out on the freeway and drove several miles out of the way to do so. I'm so glad I did as acceleration was more than sufficient to deal with traffic on I-95 near Philadelphia (if you know the area, you will know that is no small feat). Remember, this is a compact SUV - you don't need a 6- or 8- cylinder engine to pull this weight. In terms of interior comfort and size, I am more than impressed. There are plenty of storage options, totally flat-folding seats, and a 60/40 split bench seat that grants an extra amount of flexibility. We have a pretty good-sized dog and her accompanying crate (24"x36"x36") and we were able to get the crate into the car on the 60 side - thus keeping one seat in the back still open. Everything else has been great thus far and Buick has joined the rest of the car world by offering free maintenance for two years. All in all, we are quite pleased with the purchase.
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Perfect car fort worth tall seniors
Michael OHara, 05/21/2016
2016 Buick Encore Leather 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
Overall great crossover SUV, one of best out there. Oozes Buick quality. Saddle leather interior is gorgeous. Two shortcomings: garage door opener missing in all models and auto door lock has to be manually set each exit of car. Easy for tall person to get in and out with high roofline and interior headroom.
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Engine Problems!
Angie Adney, 04/21/2018
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I had engine problems at 38,000 miles! Went to dealership several times for repair. I am at 43,000 now and so far have not had any problems in the last 2 months. The navigation sucks! Very hard to program. I contacted GM for a buy back or trade out and there solution was to give me free Onstar for a year, which I dont have now nor do I want. If I trade in they tell me my car is only worth 12,000.
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Stop Hating On The Encore!
Stpo_Crying, 05/10/2016
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
69 of 79 people found this review helpful
If your looking for a street racing car or a $100,000 car this is not for you. The Encore has made Buick take a step forward. I used to hate Buick until we looked at and drove the 2016 Encore. Unlike some who leave reviews I actually own it and have been driving it for several months. We have put 4 people in it and drove from Atlanta to Clearwater Fl and had no complaints. I have had a person about 6' 5" sit right behind my drivers seat which is back pretty far and they had enough room like they did in my 2005 Quest. I have no problems getting on the highway in Atlanta traffic. Hit the gas and it will go. Don't listen to people who base reviews on what they "think" the car does because they read how much Hp the car has. Thats whats the issue these days..everyone wants to go a million miles per hr but theres no need....Go join the nascar or indy car if you need to..Too many people getting killed because you want to do 100 on the streets..Anyways, the Buick Encore is a great ride and looks sharp. Don't listen to any reviews..just go to your local buick dealer and test drive one for yourself then YOU make your decision and your OWN opinion of it.....
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Great Little SUV
Mike P., 10/17/2016
updated 10/17/2018
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
33 of 37 people found this review helpful
Purchased this vehicle a little over two year ago. Traded in a Honda. Was looking for something that was relatively fun, stylish, and comfortable. The Encore fits the bill perfectly. Some people have mentioned the power as a negative. I find it to be more than acceptable. Have not experienced any problems with it. The inside is made up of generally high quality materials. The vehicle is extremely quiet under all circumstances. I highly recommend it. Before buying, I test drove the following. Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3, and Jeep Renegade. After doing that, it was very easy to buy the Encore.
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Smart little buggy
Jack, 04/12/2018
updated 04/26/2021
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
It's small. The cargo space is small. It's tight, quick handling, but rather slow acceleration. Smart crisp styling. Strange little lurch off of a light or stop sign, but I believe it's part of the ABS system. Good balance of color and chrome, less than great windshield wipers. ADD a passenger armrest!!! The single driver only armrest is just bad design. Great tires as delivered. Floor mats could be better quality. Overall a vehicle with quality materials, good entertainment suite with just a few design flaws. Getting in and out is not hard, but the contour hump on the seat takes getting used to to get over and out. Again, don't cheap out and build a proper two person arm rest, OR, sell a kit to install a second. Many Encore owners would thank you and purchase one to be installed. Fast forward a couple of years, and the car performs well, is still a bit of a gas sipper. It's a 2016 and by 2019, they still have not addressed the issue of the single arm rest in the new models, they are the same. This one interior item would go a long way toward added comfort for the passenger and driver who have to share it airline style. I have since removed the lower quality floor mats front and back and replaced them with the plastic Weathertech style mats which stay cleaner, and actually look better in this model. I do believe that the 2016 models are the best looking of the bunch. Later models have different fog lights, different trim and wheels and are a lot busier looking than the 2016. Forward to 2021. I still have it, still enjoying it, and keep gas treatment in it at every fill. It runs smooth, quiet, and is an adequate vehicle for one person with friends now and then, as a family vehicle, it's not quite there room wise.
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This Buick is awesome!
Joseph, 04/25/2018
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I compared this crossover to 13 other vehicles in this class: Nissan, Kia, Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Honda, Toyota, VW, Fiat, Subaru, Hyundai, Jeep & Mazda. I looked at things like Style & Appearance, Reputation, Fit & Finish, Reliability, Length of time in Business (Automaker), Technology, Maneuverability and Miles per Gallon of fuel. I did not test drive all of the above but did take several of them for a spin. Some were rejected because of cost because a good deal of accessories are not included in the base price..The Buick line seems to be loaded with many standard items making it quite competitive with all the others when it comes to price. By the time you add on features on most of these vehicles that you really want, they become very pricey. The 'On-Star' feature with Buick is incredible: If the vehicle is stolen, contacting On-Star allows them to disable the vehicles engine wherever it is. Apparently the engine is slowed down automatically until the vehicle comes to a stop. Also, if I grab a plane in California and realize I left my Buick unlocked, I have an app on my smart phone which will let me lock my doors from New York or anyplace else that I've flown to.
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Another Buick
Bill Gowen, 10/16/2016
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
What a great car and value. We test drove both the Honda CRV & Toyota Rav4, both were great cars, but the difference we fond was the ride quality, craftsmanship and overall bang for your dollar. This is our second Buick, and what we are seeing with the Buick is reliability and overall satisfaction level for what you get for your total all in cost. For 20 years all we have bought is Japanese cars, because of the reliability and safety. I have no problem tell other consumers that Buick has done a great job to earn our business back to American made cars.
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exactly what I wanted
Leland, 01/01/2017
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I was in the market for a second vehicle to use strictly for work purposes. While I was originally looking at a late model used car, I decided to test drive the Encore, as with all discounts, the vehicle was in the price range I was willing to pay. I selected a base model with over $9800 in rebates/dealer incentives. The Encore rides as you expect from a Buick and for a base model, it comes well equipped. While some have wrote about the Encore's lack of pep, I have found it adequate. The braking and handling are excellent. I fully expect this SUV will meet my needs.
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Compact Gem
Fred, 07/28/2016
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
Love the styling. I didn't agree with the consumer reports description of "plodding acceleration". I had a V6 Hyundai Tucson prior and the acceleration on the Encore almost matches the V6 performance. The Encore has enough power to accelerate into the highway with no problem. I could have used folding side mirrors and the knob that adjusts the mirrors was much better on the Tucson than the Encore. The radio is difficult to program and maintain on the desired settings. Can't wait until my complimentary Sirus subscription runs out to have some of that extraneous stuff go away,,,
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First ever Buick, nice but...
Nikki, 11/12/2016
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
23 of 26 people found this review helpful
I bought this 2016 Encore brand new in April. I've never owned a Buick. Can't say that I ever will again. I loved it until I had to take it to the dealership on October 28th. 10,000 miles and it had to have 3 pistons and rings replaced. When I picked it up yesterday, the check engine light came back on as soon as I pulled off the lot. Took it back, they checked it and "fixed it" and I took off in it again. Just out of the parking lot and the light comes back on. SO, my car is still in the shop with no idea of when I will get it back. I'm thinking I bought a lemon.
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twiceencoreowner, 11/22/2016
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
52 of 62 people found this review helpful
After owning another Encore (2015), I traded and I bgt the 2016 Sport Touring. I was excited as it had a gas saving feature called "Auto stop" plus a few cosmetic extras. At first this feature was intriguing but after 5 mos of it starting and stopping all the time at traffic lights etc it became a real nuisance. The A/C also changes temp and gets hotter and fan slows down..also on heat as the compressor also shuts off. I decided to take it to the dealer and have it disabled...unfortunately that isnt possible..for some damn reason?? Software issue or program design bug? Dealership and Buick wont offer any allowance for my gruntled issue on a new 2017 w/o this stupid feature either. So be damn sure you understand what this does before you get stuck with it on an Encore. To save 50c a week this isnt worth the BS to have it. I cant believe some moron engineer thinks he is saving the environment and gas mileage by starting and stopping an engine at every slow down..
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That's not a Buick
Bill's Buick, 06/26/2016
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
24 of 28 people found this review helpful
This car is a made in Korea car and after looking at Hondas, Nissans, Fords, Lexus I think I made a good choice. Traded in a low mileage Lexus RX350 which I loved but decided to finally lease after having bought some 20 or more cars in my lifetime. And pearl white really shows off the car and it is a dream to drive. I'll probably never use the wi-fi and all the bells and whistles but that is okay and since I don't drive in the snow anymore didn't need AWD like the Lexus had.
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Terrible Vehicle
Jordon, 06/20/2017
2016 Buick Encore Leather 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Not a very reliable vehicle, mine is always in the shop. GM will not stand behind the vehicle. I purchased it new in November of 2016. If your looking for a smaller SUV my advice is to get a Rav-4 or a CRV. The cargo room is really small and to put down the back seats you must move the front seats all the way forward. I will say the Encore is comfortable and fuel efficient.
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Stop/Start technology .... SO ANNOYING !!!!!
brenda mitchell, 09/22/2017
2016 Buick Encore Premium 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
18 of 21 people found this review helpful
The stop/start technology is not "smart", if this auto is a somewhat a "smart" car then it should know the difference between being stuck in traffic and pulling into my garage ! I actually dislike the stop/start feature because the car shutters each time it restarts. Overall driving experience is poor because most of my driving is around congested city streets with alot of lights. Anyone thinking of this auto should consider another model with the ability to disable the start/stop when in traffic. I get the economy of the feature and do not mind if that happens on open highway when in bumper to bumper traffic slowdown for considerable period of time. In the short pit stop type driving that I do I find it very annoying. I would not purchase this car again solely because of this feature.
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Underrated suv
K. Jones, 09/10/2016
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
This is a nice little suv , it comes very well equipped standard , comfortable, very quiet interior. The only complaint I have read or seen others talk about is the engine power, well unless you are trying to be a NASCAR RACER! I think the encore has more than enough power! Now I would not recommend this for some one who plans on carrying around more than 4 people at a time but this is fine for 2 adults and 2 children. One feature I like is that rear & front seats close completely flat! I did have to get used to the auto stop fuel saving feature which shuts off the motor when stopped . but overall I highly recommend this to someone looking for a small suv !
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Eloise Gonzales, 08/20/2019
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I really loved my car at first. But a few months into having it, I started noticing the road noise. If the wind is blowing very hard, which it does all the time in west TX, then the windows will vibrate really bad. If it is humid or cold outside, by brakes will act like they are worn out. I have taken it to the dealership for this, and they say the brakes are fine. Then, at only 30,000 miles, the engine light came on. No coolant in the tank. The dealership tells me the turbo charger has to be replaced in the engine. Ugh.
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Car is still totaled.
Lou, 03/24/2017
updated 04/04/2022
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
21 of 26 people found this review helpful
Before buying this car, you should know that it has a feature called "Auto Stop/Start". I blame myself for not having done any homework to find out its features. The salesman told me that the engine was a 1.4 liter turbocharged engine. He said "1.4", but I heard "2.4' , which is what I was used to. He never mentioned the Auto Stop/Start. Basically this feature stops the engine at a traffic light when the car comes to a stop and the foot is fully depressed on the brake pedal. This feature is supposed to save a minuscule amount of gas, therefore conforming to some government set fuel efficiency standard. It really bother me that such a thing could be engineered into a car. The only way to keep the engine form stopping is to shift to manual or neutral. If you shift to neutral, you can shift back to drive and the engine will keep running. If you shift to manual, the engine will quit when you return to drive. The problem with manual is that if you leave it in manual and forget that you'll have to shift manually, you'll run the RPM up to the red line before realizing that you forgot to go to drive. This is a good car for around town, except for that feature. The gas tank holds only around 14 gallons, so that it appears to burn more than it does.
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Iphone Users Beware
Classy, 09/05/2017
2016 Buick Encore Premium 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Make sure your iphone is used for a period of time within the initial 30 day period - This vehicle works great with Androids but that's it! The navigation was sending me into the wrong directions verbally but the on screen view was correct.
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Great little SUV
Timothy, 02/10/2019
updated 02/23/2024
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Small but not too small. Does just about everything very well. Looks good and acts like it costs more.
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Great little SUV
Lane, 07/20/2019
updated 07/23/2020
2016 Buick Encore Leather 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great small SUV. Being older folks this small suv is great. Easy in and out! Handles great! Our Encore is the leather issue and has all the bells. Beautiful black finish inside and out. Love all the safety issues. Back up camera could be a little brighter and the gas mpg is ok but not great: only two items I could say could stand some improvement. The factory tires are wearing great. 26,000 miles no problems at all. This little guy is great for old folks. My wife loves to drive this suv.
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buick dependable
steve smallwood, 11/24/2016
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
great ride but little storage-must take rear headrest off before folding rear seats.
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The Buick Comeback
Daina, 03/21/2017
2016 Buick Encore Premium 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love my Buick Encore! I was out shopping for a 2-door sports car, when this bugger crept up behind me and took me my surprise! The amount of features that were included, at a greatly discounted price was simply hard to pass up on. I needed a car befitting of a young professional. Buick was not even on my list due to my requirement that it reflect my youth! However, after test driving my encore, I knew immediately that it was the one for me.
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Act one and two....
Wendy otoole, 12/04/2016
2016 Buick Encore Premium 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
You will be surprised by spaciouness in side. My 6' husband slides in with ease. Comfortable traveling for passenger and driver. I've had back surgery and like sliding into a chair when i get into car. My 2nd encore and wasn' t unhappy with the first. Only had such amazing deals for end of year 2016, that i traded up from a 2014 to a new premier 2016. I love this car. I call it my "whip about". Most of the time my seats down cause I am an antiquer and hauler of most anything. Just enough luxury mixed with simplicity with fun. I can't say anything bad. I've had many cars and this is my all time fave! So this ain' t the encore, but the 2nd act. I am sure will be a fan and purchasing for a lonoooong time.
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2016 Buick Encore
Ivon Cruise, 07/29/2016
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I traded in my Infiniti QX70 for the Encore and love my new car! It's roomy, easier to get in/out of, and has better fuel economy.
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I bought two of them
Robert Elmer, 09/23/2016
updated 03/30/2020
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
About two months ago I went to our Buick dealer to look and drive the 2016 Encore Sport Touring. I ended up buying one from a great salesman, Buzz Edwards. I brought it home and my wife took it away from me. So I go back and bought one for her. Both of us really like the Encore. The quality is great, it is very quiet and smooth (which is very unusual for a small SUV) and with the larger engine it has plenty of get up and go. Everett Buick in Bentonville and Buzz Edwards are great.
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Overheating Engine – NEW car - Only 2000 miles
Irina, 03/19/2017
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
22 of 29 people found this review helpful
After only 2000 miles an overheating engine light appeared on the dashboard. Far from what I hoped to be. The only answer from customer support is "The car is under warranty. This may happen to any car". I would like to receive my money back or at least a new car. I bought a new car to have a new car experience, not a refurbished one. Even after the repair will be finalized (has been already 2 weeks. The dealer appears to wait for some more parts), I will drive with stress and anxiety, afraid for my family safety. Such an ordeal and disappointment.
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Great idea for a car, but AWFUL issues
DCF, 10/20/2021
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car brand new in early 2017, so I've only been driving it for about 4.5 years. Two years in, I had to get the transmission replaced - thankfully, under warranty. A year later, I had to replace the rear differential. 6 months after that, I had to replace the AC. Two days after that, I was told my catalytic converter needed to be replaced. For most of these issues, I was told it was a "known issue" with these makes/models, but not worthy of a recall. Almost $7k has been put into this car to essentially rebuild it from the tires-up. And the dealerships aren't sympathetic to the issues. It's a great car in theory, but completely unreliable.
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I adore this car.
ACS, 05/11/2022
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
2022, and I’m not about to give this car up. Traded in my GMC SUV in 2019 for the Encore, I wanted something a little smaller and better on gas. It’s an absolute joy to drive and hasn’t needed one single trip to the garage other than scheduled maintenance. For a 50 something mom with grown kids, it’s perfect. I pass ginormous SUV’s and trucks at the gas pumps and thank God I’m not them. It’s comfortable, long haul trips are no problem, I’m tall and have plenty of room. The cargo space is plenty for groceries or yard sales, even my two dogs. My Encore is fully loaded..leather, sunroof, heated seats and steering wheel and all of the bells and whistles that make driving more enjoyable. And it goes like a sled dog in the snow. AWD is fabulous.
Did I get a different Buick?
Yngwie Who?, 07/05/2021
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I almost think I got a different model or maybe I missing something. Before my car was delivered I read other things online that made me concerned: Concern 1: no passenger armrest. One of the first things my fiancé said to me (as I was driving/she was passenger), was “I really like this soft arm rest.” Now again, I may have misunderstood other comments, so I’m not saying those ppl are wrong. But there’s definitely a shared armrest that folds down from between the front two seats, and I thought it was pretty nice. Concern 2: lack of power/weak engine performance. My previous cars were a 4 cylinder Jeep and 4 cylinder Hyundai. So obviously I’m not coming in with a strong background in high performance autos lol. That said I don’t notice any difference. My Buick seems to have just as much get up as other cars I’ve had, but considering the other cars, I’m not the best person to ask. I thought the power was just fine. I’m surprised that this is considered a luxury car. There is slightly more attention to detail but I barely notice. To me the materials are pretty much the same, maybe one notch up, from my fiancé’s base trim Honda and my friends mid trim Chevy. My mother has a top level trim Chevy and my boss has some fancy big BMW. I can tell a difference with those. What I love about my car is the way it looks. Sort of cartoonish from the front because of the big headlight covers. That look isn’t for everyone of course but I like it. I think the seats are really comfortable, it’s a great size, and I think it maximizes interior space.
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Looks expensive
s.wolf, 04/15/2019
updated 04/16/2021
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
bought this 2016 buick encore 3 weeks ago. I traded in my 2009 ford escape, l loved this ford BUT as soon as 100,000 rolled over the problems began. tranny leak, arm bushings went, tires cupped and very loud road noise. Mechanic stated it might cost me more to fix then it is worth. so the hunt began. I am retired living on soc. sec., so funds were limited. Drove 3 cars,a chevy cruise which i hated, shut off at stop signs, had a push button start. drove 2 buicks, loved the way it handled. I am short and i sat up high and was not obstructed. the sml. engine worked for me, i do not drive California express ways. The trunk is smaller but big enuf for me. i am still learning all the controls. Do not use the so called blue tooth, etc. heck i do not have a smart phone. Live in Pa., horrible winters. But, retired and do not drive to work. it is bright white and looks great. it is AWD. Cross my fingers that i made a good decision. But the Ford had to go. No more fords for me.
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2016 BUICK ENCORE SERVICE EXPERIENCE
DownSouth, 07/25/2016
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
12 of 16 people found this review helpful
The only thing keeping me from rating the very first and only service experience at Williamson Buick in Miami 'a perfect 10' is the fact that although the service advisor (Ivan Pellegrino) told me they had been able to duplicate exactly what I had brough the car in for (what I called 'a hesitation from a full stop on Drive'), and had verified the same thing in other Encores, therefore concluding it was 'normal' for the design of its powertrain, the documentation I received simply says 'no trouble found'. This concerns me, for it would indicate there is no feedback to the factory that there is a potential performance issue with the current Encore design, not to mentio the fact that if this symptom gets worse with time, there is no reference as to the fact that it was exhibited when brand new.
nice little SUV
mn pig farmer, 09/04/2016
updated 03/17/2025
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I was very pleased with comfort & handling. very easy to get in & out of. very easy to park. fun to drive, good mileage
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Comfy & quiet
SuzanneB, 06/13/2021
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great gas mileage. Stylish,comfortable and no blind spots. Very quite ride without all the ground noise.Size makes it easy to park just about anywhere.Lots of headroom but a great fit for shorter drivers.
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Fun to drive!
Kim, 02/11/2021
updated 07/15/2022
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love my Buick Encore. I bought the Sport Touring Edition 22 months ago and I have never enjoyed a car as much as I do this one. It is sporty looking and I can zip into small areas with no trouble. It has all the options I wanted and then some plus it is very comfortable on long trips. My husband and I are getting older so getting in and out of cars was becoming an issue but not with the Encore, we have no problem getting in and out. I highly recommend this car!
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Uncomfortable Seating - Left LaneWarning Not Reli
John, 02/14/2016
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
22 of 34 people found this review helpful
The seats are made with EXTREMELY firm foam and are not designed for comfort. The front passenger seat is smaller than the driver's seat. It would be embarrassing to have a friend of a certain size not be comfortable in that seat I could only drive about an hour without getting pain in my back. THEN I READ AN EDMUNDS REVIEW WHICH MENTIONED THAT AFTER DRIVING FOR AN HOUR IT BECAME AN UNCOMFORTABLE RIDE. The left side SAFETY ALERT is ineffective if a car is passing you at a fairly high rate of speed. By the time the left mirror lights up, the passing car is already beside you. I suspect someone is going to rely on the system and wind up in a serious accident The dash is way too complicated. The Regal model with sane featureds has an easy to read.dash. I traded for a Regal - same dealer - AND LOST THOUSANDS IF DOLLARS!
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If you want headaches and problems buy an encore
Ashley B, 03/11/2019
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 17 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2014 encore with 8400 mile had to have the piston replaced by 26000 miles after having taking it in 3 times do to the smell of antifreeze coming through the vents traded it for a 2016 encore have had to have the camshaft cover replaced twice within 25000 miles and the crankshaft seal had it towed to my dealership 3 times within a week, was putting in 2 quarts of oil between each oil change, lost 7 hours of work because of no ur having a reliable vechile was a paid a lot of money for. I have 2 children that I have to get back and forth to school which is 60 miles round trip so yes I drive a lot.
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NEVER BUY A BUICK
Derrick , 09/09/2022
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
These cars are CHEAPLY made, and then sold for triple what it's worth. I've only had my Encore for 3 years, and the maintenance work I've had to pay for so far, I could've bought another vehicle. Will be trading this piece of junk in AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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Great little car for the most part
TomW, 07/28/2021
2016 Buick Encore Leather 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We love the interior, very plush, good visibility and has a nice layout and feel. Engine is small at 1.4L even with turbo, pretty gutless and one would think the gas mileage would be good for that size engine but around two I get 25 to 27mpg. Hwy bumps up to 30 to 32mpg. Engine is also known for oil leak problems. I've found that out after the purchase. After two aftermarket valve cover replacements and eventually the 3rd one is OEM stopped that from leaking. Also front and back cam seals were leaking and the timing cover was leaking. After all that and 20 hours of labor (at $173 per hour) it was still leaking oil. Brought in master mechanic and he found the two PCV valves were bad and leaking oil. I've had my car 4 days out of the month of July. Its been an oil leak nightmare. Great car - Terrible engine.
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Horrible lemon
J9, 11/22/2020
2016 Buick Encore 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought brand new - burns excessive oil - had to have turbo replaced - then oil completely gone - was told turbo was faulty - they replaced it. Engine light came on within 250 miles - told fuel running lean -repaired - oil light flashes again - told pistons are bad and need to be replaced. Check engine light on again.... GM refuses to takes any responsibility for performance. Buy a Toyota or Mazda - stay away from GM
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Nice litle SUV
Encoresport, 10/05/2016
2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
16 of 29 people found this review helpful
I like the Buick Encore very much, but can't live with stop/start for the next 6 years. Got a another brand instead.
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Really nice vehicle ... but
Kent, 10/29/2016
2016 Buick Encore Convenience 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 26 people found this review helpful
I came real close to buying a Buick Encore. I really like the styling and trim. And, the size is perfect for me. I do question the 1.4L engine. Turbo chargers do not favorably impress me. Just something else to go wrong. I finally took one for a test drive. Did not seem to be as spunky as my 2.0L 2000 Tracker but maybe I could get used to it. The Tracker is 17 years old now. I bought it new in November of 1999. I really do need a new vehicle now. Sadly, I had to walk away from the Encore because of the dark tinted glass. I am older now, don't see as well as when I was young. Always have had some trouble seeing at night. It gets worse when you get older. You will understand that later. Tinted glass is a real pain for me. I don't care if people can see in. I need to be able to see out, in every direction, front, back, and sides. That is what is important and the Encore fails in that respect. The Encore does not seem to be available without the dark tinted glass in the back. That seems to be the case with most of the new SUVs. Even the front glass is a bit dark for me. I guess I am going to have to keep on driving my 1994 and 2000 4WD Trackers. They go in the deep snow and on the ice. And they can pull your boat and trailer out of the water at the lake shore. The Encore can't even pull a small trailer. And they call it a SUV. I don't know that AWD would be as good. My Trackers do have very light tinted glass. Don't even need that but it is tolerable. Clear glass would be better. I know the dark tinted glass is only in the rear but it reduces the available light throughout the interior of the vehicle. I really need a new car but I can't find anything acceptable to me. Everything has dark tinted glass and they all seem to have way too many buttons on the dash. I can't drive and read the operator's manual at the same time. I don't text and drive. I like to be able to find the controls by touch. I don't want to have to look for them. I have to keep my mind on the road. I don't want distractions. This is all insane. Aftermarket tint is readily available for all car windows. Why do the automobile manufacturers have to force tinted glass on all of us? It definitely is a serious safety hazard.
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Wendy Dority , 01/23/2020
2016 Buick Encore Premium 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I love this car. It is small but roomy. Even my 6'4" husband is comfortable in it. It's definitely not a race car, but it's a safe and stylish vehicle
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