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2016 Buick Encore

The 2016 Buick Encore is a compact SUV, rated at 30 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2016 Buick Encore
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Combined MPG
30
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$25,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBuick
ModelEncore
Model year2016
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement1.4 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG27
Highway MPG33
Combined MPG30
CO₂ tailpipe297 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2100

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Encore28 MPG combined
Encore30 MPG combined
Encore AWD26 MPG combined
Encore AWD28 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City27 MPG
Highway33 MPG
Combined30 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Encore30 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 7% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$440/mo
Amount financed
$22,500
Total interest
$3,914
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5-year fuel cost
$6,700

$1,340/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG30
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS:FRONTAL16V651000 · 2016-09-08

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.

  • AIR BAGS:FRONTAL17V437000 · 2017-07-10

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17287.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Buick Encore?

The 2016 Buick Encore is EPA-rated at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 33 highway).

Is the 2016 Buick Encore reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Buick Encore. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2016 Buick Encore?

The 2016 Buick Encore earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Buick Encore?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Buick Encore costs roughly $1,340 per year to fuel, or about $6,700 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Buick Encore?

The 2016 Buick Encore is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC