Compare 2015 Buick Encore - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $25,565 | $26,100 | $30,020 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $24,542 | $23,950 | $28,973 |
| Destination | $925 | $850 | $900 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Automatic | Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-dash | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Metal-look | Urethane | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver | Front And Rear | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Driver |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Mechanical |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather/simulated Suede |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way Power | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 6-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Driver | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Fixed |
| Heated Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 40-20-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Cloth/leatherette | Leatherette | Simulated Suede/leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 7 Rockford Fosgate |
| Amplifier | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Passenger | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Twilight Sentinel Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto Off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Headlight Washer | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | 2 | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | PASS-Key III | Standard | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/24,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | N/A |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 24 Months/24,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Black W/chrome Accents |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Light | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Exterior Power Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
| 2nd Row Sunroof | N/A | Exterior Power Tilting Glass With Sunshade | N/A |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Front Tires | P215/55HR18.0 BSW AS | P205/55VR17.0 BSW Run-flat Performance | P225/45YR18.0 BSW Summer Performance |
| Wheels | 18" Painted Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | N/A | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Fender Flares | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 1.4L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Premium Unleaded | Premium Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | All Wheel | Front-wheel | All Wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Sport |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD | 2-spd CVT W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.53 | 3.71 | 5.80 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 168.4 " | 161.8 " | 163.8 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 69.9 " | 70.4 " | 69.7 " |
| Exterior Height | 65.3 " | 61.5 " | 61.8 " |
| Engine | 1.4L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 138 @ 4,900 Rpm | 181 @ 5,500 Rpm | 211 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 148 @ 1,850 Rpm | 177 @ 1,600 Rpm | 184 @ 2,400 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 23 Mpg | 26 Mpg | 25 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 30 Mpg | 32 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 10.2 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds | 6.9 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 17.3 Seconds | 16.3 Seconds | 15.5 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 77 Mph | 85 Mph | 87 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | 60 Mph | 61 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 2.85/3.25 " | 3.03/3.38 " | 3.14/3.19 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,358 Lbs. | 3,053 Lbs. | 3,147 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,374 Lbs. | 3,990 Lbs. | 4,167 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,105 Lbs. | N/A |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 1,918 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | N/A | 860 Lbs. | 915 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 100.6 " | 102.2 " | 99.6 " |
| Front Track | 60.6 " | 60.0 " | 60.0 " |
| Rear Track | 60.6 " | 61.1 " | 59.3 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.3 '' | 19.0 '' | 18.2 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | .36 | .35 |
| Front Legroom | 40.8 " | 40.4 " | 42.1 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.8 " | 33.8 " | 32.1 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.6 " | 39.9 " | 39.6 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.8 " | 37.5 " | 36.7 " |
| Front Hip Room | 51.7 " | N/A | 51.5 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 50.1 " | N/A | 48.4 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.2 " | 52.8 " | 53.6 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 52.6 " | 52.1 " | 51.4 " |
| Luggage Volume | 18.8 Cu.ft. | 16.5 Cu.ft. | 10.5 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 48.4 Cu.ft. | 41.3 Cu.ft. | 35.9 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | N/A | N/A | 87 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 14.0 Gal. | 12.4 Gal. | 11.8 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Average | Good | Below Average |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.78 | $0.71 | $0.9 |
| Depreciation | $16,915 | $15,021 | $17,619 |
| Fees and Taxes | $1,841 | $1,799 | $2,104 |
| Fuel Cost | $5,292 | $5,811 | $6,191 |
| Insurance | $4,599 | $4,570 | $6,953 |
| Maintenance | $7,115 | $4,789 | $7,618 |
| Repairs | $1,005 | $1,334 | $1,809 |
| Opportunity Costs | $410 | $367 | $507 |
| Total Cost | $38,891 | $35,364 | $44,811 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | N/A | 3 |
| Overall | 5 | N/A | 4 |
| Overall Side | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | N/A | 4 |
| Driver's | 5 | N/A | 4 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | N/A | 4 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | N/A | 4 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | N/A | 4 |
| Overall Front | 5 | N/A | 3 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | good | good | marginal |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Overall Evaluation | good | good | poor |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | acceptable | good |
| Hip/Thigh | good | good | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | acceptable | acceptable | poor |
| Lower Leg/Foot | good | good | poor |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Structure and safety cage | N/A | N/A | poor |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Overall evaluation | N/A | N/A | poor |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Retraints and dummy kinematics | N/A | N/A | marginal |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Hip/thigh | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | acceptable |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Lower leg/foot | N/A | N/A | poor |
