Compare 2018 Buick Encore - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $30,600 | $22,500 | $24,700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $29,376 | $21,039 | $23,632 |
| Destination | $995 | $1,095 | $980 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Dual | N/A |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Metal-look | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Overhead Console | Mini | N/A | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Rubber 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 | N/A | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| 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 | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Leather/piano Black | Leather |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Sport Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way Power | 6-way | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way Power | 6-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver |
| Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Driver | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | Driver | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Cloth | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Speakers | 7 Bose | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | N/A | N/A |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 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 | Driver | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | LED Low/high Beam | Halogen | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Twilight Sentinel Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | UltraSonic | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | 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 | N/A | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | PASS-Key III | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Lane Departure Alert (LDA) W/Steering Assist | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| 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 (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (24 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/25,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Powertrain (120 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (84 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 120 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 84 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 24 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 24 Months/24,000 Miles | 24 Months/25,000 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 |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | N/A | Metal-look |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black | Black W/chrome Surround |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| 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 W/tilt Down | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Wing | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Roof Rails | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Front Tires | P215/55HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/50VR18.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Rainsense | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 1.4L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | N/A | Intercooled Turbo |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular 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 | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-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 | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | SACHS Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbone | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | SACHS Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak | Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | Standard | SHIFTRONIC |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 2-spd CVT W/OD | 7-spd Auto-shift Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.53 | N/A | 4.29 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 168.4 " | 171.2 " | 164.0 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 69.9 " | 70.7 " | 70.9 " |
| Exterior Height | 65.3 " | 61.6 " | 61.0 " |
| Engine | 1.4L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 138 @ 4,900 Rpm | 144 @ 6,100 Rpm | 175 @ 5,500 Rpm |
| Torque | 148 @ 1,850 Rpm | 139 @ 3,900 Rpm | 195 @ 1,500 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 25 Mpg | 27 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 33 Mpg | 31 Mpg | 32 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 10.1 Seconds | N/A | 9.1 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 17.5 Seconds | N/A | 16.6 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 81 Mph | N/A | 82 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | N/A | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | N/A | 62 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 2.85/3.25 " | 3.17/3.84 " | 3.03/3.36 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,237 Lbs. | 3,300 Lbs. | 3,043 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,255 Lbs. | 4,330 Lbs. | 4,045 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | 835 Lbs. | 919 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 100.6 " | 103.9 " | 102.4 " |
| Front Track | 60.6 " | 60.6 " | 61.4 " |
| Rear Track | 60.6 " | 60.6 " | 61.7 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.3 '' | 17.1 '' | 17.4 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | N/A | .32 |
| Front Legroom | 40.8 " | 43.5 " | 41.5 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.8 " | 31.7 " | 34.6 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.6 " | 38.1 " | 38.0 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.8 " | 38.3 " | 37.8 " |
| Front Hip Room | 51.7 " | 53.0 " | 53.3 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 50.1 " | 48.0 " | 52.2 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.2 " | 49.0 " | 55.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 52.6 " | 52.5 " | 54.5 " |
| Luggage Volume | 18.8 Cu.ft. | 19.0 Cu.ft. | 19.2 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 48.4 Cu.ft. | 36.4 Cu.ft. | 45.8 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | N/A | 84 Cu.ft. | 94 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 14.0 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Average | Excellent | Below Average |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.77 | $0.63 | $0.73 |
| Depreciation | $19,488 | $13,480 | $16,599 |
| Fees and Taxes | $2,507 | $2,007 | $2,153 |
| Fuel Cost | $4,113 | $4,086 | $3,950 |
| Insurance | $4,935 | $5,100 | $6,349 |
| Maintenance | $3,485 | $2,875 | $4,742 |
| Repairs | $1,051 | $1,698 | $0 |
| Opportunity Costs | $256 | $226 | $258 |
| Total Cost | $38,583 | $31,574 | $36,357 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 4 | N/A |
| Overall | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Overall Front | 5 | 4 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | N/A | N/A |
| Chest | good | N/A | N/A |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | good | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Torso | good | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Evaluation | good | N/A | N/A |
| Structure/safety cage | good | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | N/A | N/A |
| Hip/Thigh | good | N/A | N/A |
| Structure and Safety Cage | acceptable | N/A | N/A |
| Lower Leg/Foot | good | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Side | good | N/A | N/A |
| Roof Strength | good | N/A | N/A |
| Restraints | good | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | N/A | N/A |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | N/A | N/A |
| Ease of Use | acceptable | N/A | N/A |
| Head/Neck | good | N/A | N/A |
| Dynamic Rating | good | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Front | good | N/A | N/A |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Head Protection | good | N/A | N/A |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | N/A | N/A |
