2015 Buick Encore — Full Specifications
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The 2015 Buick Encore is an SUV powered by a 1.4L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine. Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 34 mpg (UK) / 28 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 31–34 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Buick Encore workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2014 Buick Encore: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 34 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 34 combined / 30 urban / 40 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 28 combined / 25 city / 33 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 199 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 7 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,400 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2015 Buick Encore, all with the 1.4L 4-cyl turbo engine. Combined fuel economy ranges from 26 to 28 mpg (US), or 31 to 34 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 31 | 26 (23/30) | 216 | $2,600 |
| 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 34 | 28 (25/33) | 199 | $2,400 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2015 Buick Encore
Running Costs: 2015 Buick Encore
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2015 Buick Encore at 34 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,070 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,400 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2015 Buick Encore Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2015 Buick Encore (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (2), Equipment (1), Steering (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Air bags — campaign 17V437000, reported 10 July 2017. Risk: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
- Air bags — campaign 16V651000, reported 8 September 2016. Risk: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
- Equipment — campaign 15V162000, reported 20 March 2015. Risk: If the label is missing front and rear rim size information, the owner may replace the rims with ones that are an incorrect size, increasing the risk of crash.
- Steering — campaign 15V146000, reported 13 March 2015. Risk: The circuit board wear may cause a sudden loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 124 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Buick Encore. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (30), Engine (29), Steering (27). Complaints include 6 reported crashes, 2 reported fires, 7 reported injuries. That is well above the median of 61 complaints across the 14 Buick Encore model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2015 Buick Encore
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Steering (1 recall campaign · 27 owner complaints) — Check for play, noise or heavy steering, and ask whether any steering recall work was done.
- Electrical system (30 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Engine (29 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Brakes (20 owner complaints) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Buick Encore compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 34 mpg figure is 7 mpg better than that average. Its 199 g/km CO₂ figure is 54 g/km lower than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Buick models in our database average about 29 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2015 Buick Encore's 34 mpg is 5 mpg above that make average. Its 199 g/km CO₂ figure is 34 g/km lower than the 233 g/km Buick average.
Of the 14 Buick Encore model years we cover, the 2015 ranks 9th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (34 mpg UK combined, against a high of 37 mpg). See every Buick Encore year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2015 Buick Encore have?
It's fitted with a 1.4L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Buick Encore?
The most efficient configuration returns around 34 mpg (UK) combined, or 28 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 31 to 34 mpg.
How much does the 2015 Buick Encore cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,400 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2015 Buick Encore have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 5 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2015 Buick Encore have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2015 Buick Encore (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (2), Equipment (1), Steering (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2015 Buick Encore?
Among the 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (30 complaints), Engine (29 complaints), Steering (27 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Buick Encore's fuel economy good for an SUV?
Yes — it returns around 34 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track, making it one of the more efficient options in its class.