The Encore is logical, if a bit unemotional, and that probably suits a lot of buyers in the market today.
I listen to podcasts over Bluetooth audio on my commute and the Encore’s was among the easiest systems to connect to. Ergonomically, the buttons and dials were laid out in convenient and intuitive-to-find spots, especially with the most oft-needed controls. Inside, the Encore proved winter friendly with remote start, heated seats and steering wheel. Visit Moran Buick GMC in Taylor MI serving Southgate, Brownstown and. I imagine the less powerful motor would get gassed more often than many could tolerate. Used 2018 Buick Encore Sport Touring SUV Coppertino Metallic for sale - only 19000. Then again, if you’re afflicted, you're probably not in the Encore market anyway. Folks with a heavier than average right foot will hear the engine kick down a lot. The stop/start engine does run out of breath fairly quickly, but the six-speed automatic is willing enough to kick down a couple of gears to keep up momentum. I carried luggage in the back, and considering its footprint, cargo space was an ample 18.8 cubic feet. But it also adds plenty of headroom and a comfortable, upright seating position. Doing so, in this case, gives the car the shape of a golf ball, and our example was white. Our Opinion: Taking such a small car and transforming it to a crossover essentially means adding height. The 2018 Buick Encore is offered in Encore, Preferred, Sport Touring, Preferred II, Essence and Premium trims. It's now: 27 city, 33 highway, 30 combined. Visit Merchants Auto in Hooksett NH serving Manchester, Concord and Nashua.
Equipping the Encore with stop/start (and the new mill) adds 15 hp and 29 lb-ft of torque, and improves city mpg by 2. Used 2018 Buick Encore Preferred 4D Sport Utility Gray for sale - only 21289. It’s still a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder but has an aluminum block (instead of iron) and changed, but still way undersquare, bore and stroke dimensions. For $895, you can add an engine with stop/start technology.
There’s also a new color available, HD radio and an “ionizing interior air cleaner.” The options list is far more captivating. Highlights: Updates for 2018 to Buick’s micro-ute are minor, the most interesting being the capless fuel fill. Key Competitors: Honda HR-V, Jeep Compass Limited, Mercedes-Benz GLA250īase Price: $31,490 As-Tested Price: $35,630 Spending more than 31 grand buys you LED headlights, heated seats, Bose audio, automatic windshield wipers and some advanced safety tech. There are six different trim levels, starting with the $23,985 1SV. What is it: The 2018 Buick Encore is a (very) small SUV that is shaped more like a sphere than anything else sold on these shores.