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2017 Buick Encore consumer reviews

$22,990 starting MSRP
side view of 2017 Encore Buick
(221 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.6
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I am so excited about this car!

This car is just what I needed to cross over to. I am not sitting too low or too high. I have just what I need to be comfortable with this car and the features it has. With my handicaps, this the right car for me. Love it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Buick encore

As a second family car, it's very convenient,Inside the highway, when windy, it's not very interesting to driving, Inside snowy days I'm not interested, I use more vider tires for that, But the interior and exterior design is very beautiful? I Love the sound of Buick Encor engine,Its LEDs are unique, In total, if you want to ride a High class car with a regular car price, Buick Ancour is the best choice.have fun

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome vehicle

This car is so awesome! It rides smooth. It's a smaller size but has plenty of room! It has just about everything you need for a long ride or a quick ride! Sun roof, backup camera, all kinds of safety features, and loaded with technology! The best thing is it's affordable!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car for the money

Great car for the money. Very stylish, spacious and updated. It will fit my entire family plus all the sports equipment. The handling is amazing.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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All Wheel Drive system is a joke

The All Wheel Drive in my Encore is constantly cutting out and have been told by the dealership and GM Canada just to pullover and wait 5 min for it come back on. Sure doesn't make me feel safe to take it anywhere

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Does everything well

The Encore AWD meets our needs as to comfort, styling, gas mileage, and performance. We love how it handles on snow and ice and were impressed what it had to offer for the price (Preferred model). We wanted a AWD SUV so we test drove the Honda CRV, Toyota Rav, Subaru Forrester, and the Ford Escape. All had their good points, but the Buick Encore won out with all things considered (quiet and great safety ratings). We are very pleased with our Encore purchase.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Like the Tardis, it?s bigger on the inside

Hands down our favorite compact SUV that we?ve owned. Love the modern features such as CarPlay and keyless push button start. Peppy but still fuel efficient. Really like the longer warranty period compared to our previous Chevy Equinox. Has a tight ride in the corners but still is surprisingly smooth on the freeway. Possibly the best value in a compact SUV that we have seen.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun to drive!

I had a Buick Century before, which I loved for 14 years, so it was a slight adjustment to a smaller interior and less horsepower. However this car has plenty of legroom for me and I really appreciate sitting higher up, easier entry, AWD and waist-height cargo area as I get a little older, in a smaller SUV that's super easy to maneuver. The interior is super quiet and the ride is really smooth for an SUV. The windshield view is nice and full. It has so many safety features that my insurance didn't increase much. It feels solid and well built. Touchscreen is intuitive. Only suggestion is please consider adding a left armrest for the passanger. This SUV feels custom made for me : )

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Missed the mark

There?s a misconception that Buick is luxury. This is a far cry from my former Lexus. The attention to detail is not there. The vehicle is incredibly small, which I would hope for better gas mileage but I?m presently averaging about 23 mpg. The AWD is smooth and drives well, and the entertainment interface is nice, however that?s about where the quality stops. The attention to detail just isn?t there and some basic features that this vehicle is lacking in and major design flaws that I discovered after purchase. I am remorseful that I purchased this vehicle and will stay with Lexus for future purchases.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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GREAT PRODUCT

We have enjoyed the car. It is the right size for us seniors and with the turbo charged 4 cylinder we have enough git up for us old people. It is the basic model but we really like the car and it is only got about 1800 miles on it so far.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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