2026 Buick Encore
The 2026 Buick Encore is a compact SUV, rated at 30 MPG combined by the EPA. No NHTSA recalls are on record for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 30
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $25,000
- Recalls
- 0
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Buick |
|---|---|
| Model | Encore |
| Model year | 2026 |
| 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 | 29 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 31 |
| Combined MPG | 30 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 297 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2100 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Encore GX AWD | 27 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Encore GX FWD | 30 MPG combined |
| Encore GX FWD (Flex Fuel) | 30 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 29 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 30 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 7% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $22,500
- Total interest
- $3,914
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≈ $1,340/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (0)
No NHTSA recalls on record for this model year.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Buick Encore?
The 2026 Buick Encore is EPA-rated at 30 MPG combined (29 city / 31 highway).
Is the 2026 Buick Encore reliable?
NHTSA has no recall campaigns on record for the 2026 Buick Encore, which is a positive reliability signal. Always check for the latest updates before buying.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Buick Encore?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 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 2026 Buick Encore?
The 2026 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