2020 Buick Encore
The 2020 Buick Encore is a compact SUV, rated at 31 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 31
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $25,000
- Recalls
- 2
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Buick |
|---|---|
| Model | Encore |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 1.3 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 30 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 32 |
| Combined MPG | 31 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 288 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2000 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Encore AWD | 26 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Encore FWD | 27 MPG combined |
| Encore GX AWD | 28 MPG combined |
| Encore GX FWD | 31 MPG combined |
| Encore GX FWD | 28 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 30 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 31 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 4% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $22,500
- Total interest
- $3,914
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≈ $1,297/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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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)
- SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS20V537000 · 2020-09-03
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The rear attachment bolts of one or both front seats may not have been installed.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect seat attachments for both front seats and install attachment bolts as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202304380.
- 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 2020 Buick Encore?
The 2020 Buick Encore is EPA-rated at 31 MPG combined (30 city / 32 highway).
Is the 2020 Buick Encore reliable?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Buick Encore. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2020 Buick Encore?
The 2020 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 2020 Buick Encore?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Buick Encore costs roughly $1,297 per year to fuel, or about $6,484 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2020 Buick Encore?
The 2020 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