Used 2021 Buick Encore Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 Encore, so we've included reviews for other years of the Encore since its last redesign.
Never again!
Just in Iowa, 02/13/2022
2020 Buick Encore Preferred 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
35 of 38 people found this review helpful
It started out great the first week, then started the items to be fixed. The heater had issues. Then the big one was the turbo. Not one time but 3 times. When it goes out you have no power. To sum it up, this vehicle was in the shop 8 times in less than 2 years. That is an average of every 3 months.
Encore Encore!
Bill Marra, 01/16/2019
2019 Buick Encore Essence 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
53 of 60 people found this review helpful
This is my second consecutive Buick Encore lease - it is an awesome vehicle for an urban lifestyle. Best features: incredibly maneuverable in tight spaces, great fuel economy, very peppy turbo 1.4L engine, handles great on the highway as well as bustling city streets, great amenities, very quiet. Features I wish Buick would offer as options: electric seat recliner (vs manual), electric tailgate, more expansive safety features like lane keep, auto braking, etc. I searched extensively for a better value in a subcompact luxury SUV and couldn't find one - it is the best combo of performance, fuel economy, luxury features and price point. The only other vehicle i considered was the new Cadillac X4 but it is insanely expensive.
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Repeat owner
Dee, 03/11/2019
2019 Buick Encore Essence 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
27 of 30 people found this review helpful
I'm loving my new 2019 encore essence almost just as much as my 2017 encore sport touring...with only 500 miles on it I can tell that i will be just as impressed. My 2017 had only 8000miles when it was totaled from a red light runner, my milage never got lower than 30 miles per gallon in and out of town. I can't be more impressed with how safe I felt after the head on collision. I could go on and on....
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Surprising good, quiet and efficient
Tucson 2017, 03/24/2020
updated 03/30/2022
2019 Buick Encore Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
We recently purchased a new 2019 Encore Sport. If you are looking for a small SUV, you should consider it. The car is surprising quiet for a small car. The rear space is more than adequate for normal shopping. The Buick Infosystem is easy to use especially if you have had another GM vehicle. The gas milage has been better than advertised in local traffic. If you are tall, I am 6'4", don't expect anyone to sit in the back seat behind you. The acceleration is not the best but the vehicle gets up to highway speed without much problem. The ride is surprising smooth for a small car. There are a few features I would have liked such as forward collision warning and a built-in remote for the garage door that were not available in the model I purchased. The vehicle has two USB ports that are a bit difficult to access. If you purchase this vehicle, get an extra USB port for your phone and leave it plugged in. The seats are comfortable and easy to adjust. This model did not come with seat or mirrors that automatically adjust depending upon the driver. The rear seats are divided and fold down to provide additional cargo space if you need it. All things considered, I would definitely recommend this vehicle to anyone looking for a small, economical SUV
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I own The Buick Encore AWD Preferred
Mike, 09/27/2020
2019 Buick Encore Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I first owned a Buick Encore FWD and hated it. I went back after about 6 months and bought the AWD and am much happier with the ride. The only thing I would change is getting the Essence with heated leather seats instead of the Preferred and then paying to have the parking and lane change sensors put on while still having cloth seats. The product is nice for the money. I've owned Corvette Z06, Camaro RS, and Mercedes- Benz. So, I am familiar with the high end factor. I definitely feel I got my moneys worth with the Buick. I would not buy the Chevrolet equivelent.
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