Buick Encore — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Buick Encore specifications on file for 14 model years, 2013–2026, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 30 to 37 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 14 of the 14 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20261.2L 3-cyl turbo / 1.3L 3-cyl turboRegular Gasoline32–361855★00
20251.2L 3-cyl turbo / 1.3L 3-cyl turboRegular Gasoline32–361855★115
20241.2L 3-cyl turbo / 1.3L 3-cyl turboRegular Gasoline32–361855★231
20231.2L 3-cyl turbo / 1.3L 3-cyl turboRegular Gasoline32–361845★028
20221.2L 3-cyl turbo / 1.3L 3-cyl turbo / 1.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline31–361845★140
20211.2L 3-cyl turbo / 1.3L 3-cyl turbo / 1.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline31–371795★262
20201.2L 3-cyl turbo / 1.3L 3-cyl turbo / 1.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline31–371795★489
20191.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline32–341945★286
20181.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline34–361855★074
20171.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline32–341945★289
20161.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline31–341995★280
20151.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline31–341995★4124
20141.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline30–341995★460
20131.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline30–341995★652

Best and Worst Buick Encore Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 10 Buick Encore model years from 2013 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 77 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2022 — 40 complaints, 1 recall campaign, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2013 — 52 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2014 — 60 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2015 — 124 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2020 — 89 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2017 — 89 complaints, 2 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Buick Encore covered on this site?

We have data for 14 model years of the Buick Encore, from 2013 to 2026.

What engines does the Buick Encore come with?

EPA data lists: 1.4L 4-cyl turbo (2013–2022); 1.2L 3-cyl turbo (2020–2026); 1.3L 3-cyl turbo (2020–2026).

Which Buick Encore year has the best fuel economy?

The 2021 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 37 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Buick Encore have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Buick Encore model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2013 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (6), and the 2015 has the most owner complaints (124). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2018, 2023 and 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Buick Encore?

The Buick Encore is classed as an SUV on this site.

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