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2019 Buick Encore

The 2019 Buick Encore is a compact SUV, rated at 28 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2019 Buick Encore
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Combined MPG
28
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$25,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBuick
ModelEncore
Model year2019
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 MPG26
Highway MPG31
Combined MPG28
CO₂ tailpipe312 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2200

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Encore28 MPG combined
Encore27 MPG combined
Encore AWD27 MPG combined
Encore AWD26 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City26 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined28 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Encore28 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 13% 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
$7,179

$1,436/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG28
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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 BAGS18V774000 · 2018-11-01

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION20V668000 · 2020-10-29

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2019 Buick Encore?

The 2019 Buick Encore is EPA-rated at 28 MPG combined (26 city / 31 highway).

Is the 2019 Buick Encore reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Buick Encore. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2019 Buick Encore?

The 2019 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 2019 Buick Encore?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2019 Buick Encore costs roughly $1,436 per year to fuel, or about $7,179 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2019 Buick Encore?

The 2019 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