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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 Encore, so we've included reviews for other years of the Encore since its last redesign.
Just not well thought out
RB123, 12/29/2019
2020 Buick Encore Essence 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
37 of 60 people found this review helpful
Finished a multi week rental and think I can sum this up as that song from Bob's Burgers: "Quarter A**ing". Buick seems to have just given up half way through designing this thing. In fact I'm having trouble trying to determine who this thing is designed for. Cargo hold is non existent, I basically had to fold down back seats when hauling luggage, large items, almost anything. Why does only the driver get an arm rest? Why is the center cargo hold so small and far away? Why is there no real storage for small things in the car? Why do the auto headlights wait until after dark to turn on? Why are the intelligent wipers unintelligent and never adjust or turn on? Why does auto climate control constantly fog up the windows? Why is there permanent two zone climate control with no sync? Why do the power seats power the bottom but not the tilt? Why do the vehicle settings not seem to set things like the heated seat when remote starting (but say they do)? Why is there rear vehicle detection but no other features like lane keep assist, pre coalition, etc? Why is that rear wiper so teeny tiny? Why is there navigation but only if I call and talk to an Onstar person? Who wants to talk to Onstar constantly!?! Why is center display features only accessible from the turn signal stick so that you have to take your hand off the wheel and fiddle with something complex that almost prevents your from using the steering wheel while driving? Why is the radio reception so very bad? It wouldn't pick up stations our ten year old car had no problem locking on to. Why is the gas tank so teeny tiny? It's just an odd non functional mix of features. I will say, it is very quiet on well paved roads. It does have nice bright headlights. It is oddly high riding (which can make it teetery at times) but gives you nice visibility. Acceleration isn't to bad if you really push it. I suspect premium might help this. Luckily CarPlay is available for the infotainment and navigation. It does have a nice cutsy rumble tumble look to it.
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GM got this one right
KKramer, 05/13/2022
updated 01/03/2024
2019 Buick Encore Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
After 3 years and 33,000 miles i still like the encore. on my 50mph backroad commute i can get 33-39 mpg consistent and have even got up to 43 a few times. Now on the interstate doing over 65 you're only going to get the rated 30-33 mpg due to wind drag.. The turbo 4 gets peak torque at 1800 so it pulls hills nicely. Gm has been making this powertrain since 2011 so its one of their most reliable, i was running 93 octane as this motor runs so much better on it.. estimate is you get 10% more power on premium fuel.. now with 93 Being so expensive i run 87 with Lucas octane booster and its almost as good. as a 6 ft 300# man the comfort is adequate but not spectacular.. i have the seats aligned to fit 3 people my sized comfortably, a child could still ride behind the driver. The front folding seat and roof rails are great for packing large items.. i love the base stereo, it sounds great with its subwoofer and has just enough power to sound decent with the windows open too, and the suspension handles our pothole ridden roads very nicely.. encore is very quiet and even under heavy throttle there is little noise or vibration.. its very smooth and really kicks in power nicely over 3,000 rpm.. i love the 6 speed and manual mode when crusing, encore has just enough power to climb mountains in 5th at 60 mph at about 2600 rpm. Absolutely no problems with the so far. it is a narrow car which is great for maneuvering through traffic in tight areas but also causes it to be a high roll over risk car, so its not going to handle like a sedan but it can handle turns 10 mph over the posted speed fine. I really don't think you will find another suv that can beat the mpg’s of this unless its a hybrid and i think hybrids are possibly over rated on mgp’s.
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Love it
Buick owner from now on, 04/18/2020
2019 Buick Encore Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great sub compact car, decent gas mileage, luxury feeling interior, reliable quality. I used to own VW Tiguan, it is junk. Will never buy another VW, from now on Buick is the one I am going to drive!
Love my Encore
Suzie, 06/14/2023
2019 Buick Encore 1SV 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Easy to drive, corner and great gas mileage!!!!
Best Buick Encore
C.W. , 03/15/2022
2020 Buick Encore Preferred 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just an excellent car to own& drive! Wonderful handling& just the right size for easy handling& everyday errands. Just an outstanding vehicle to drive!❤️🚗