2015 Buick Encore review
Buick Encore highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Impressive optional features
- Easy to park
- Upscale interior
Cons
- Tepid acceleration
- Cozy cabin
- Small size limits cargo space
Mileage (EPA estimate)
23 city, 30 highway, 26 combined
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Luxury in a compact package
The 2015 Buick Encore offers a luxurious package shrunk down in proportions with a compact footprint. If you are looking for a comfortable ride that's easy to park or quick to dart through traffic, the Encore is extremely appealing. It offers a list of standard and available features that you might expect on a much more expensive ride. The interior will ensure you are comfortable and pampered, with available features including heated seats, front and rear parking sensors, and Bluetooth® integration on its seven-inch touchscreen.
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What is new for the 2015 Buick Encore?
- Encore trims have been upgraded with Leatherette & Cloth as standard equipment this year.
- Running Boards, Tow Hitch, and SiriusXM Trial Available features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Buick Encore
1. Ready for snow
If you are used to seeing snow, ice, and cold temperatures in your region, you’ll be thrilled by what the 2015 Buick Encore has to offer. Premium features include an available heated steering wheel and heated front seats, as well as available remote start when activated.
2. Lux accommodations
You should get ready for the Buick Encore to make you feel like you bought a very luxurious ride. The Encore comes well-equipped at its entry level, including equipment such as 18-inch alloy wheels, air-conditioning, a rearview camera, and cruise control. Moving to higher trims on the Encore unlocks high-end perks including leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, and rain-sensing wipers. You will be hard-pressed to feel like you are missing key features with those available on the 2015 Buick Encore.
3. A breeze to park
The 2015 Buick Encore’s compact footprint is an asset. If you live in an urban area or frequently have to navigate congested roads, the Buick Encore is a breeze when it comes to fitting into small gaps in traffic or making tight U-turns. Parking is another area where the short wheelbase is a benefit, further aided by the availability of front and rear parking sensors. If you expect an SUV to be a burden in tight environments, the Encore is a pleasant surprise.
4. Smart technology
You are in for a treat when it comes to the available technology found on the 2015 Buick Encore. Buick’s IntelliLink® interface includes a seven-inch touchscreen, enabling you to quickly find what you need from the Encore’s infotainment system. Available driver aids include an auto-dimming rearview mirror, front and rear parking sensors, a forward-collision warning system, a lane-departure warning system, and a blind-spot monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert. You’ll feel supported and impressed by the Buick Encore’s available suite of technology.
5. Savings at the pump
If you want an SUV but still want to remain green-conscious, the 2015 Buick Encore is an excellent choice. The Encore comes equipped with a 1.4L four-cylinder engine producing 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. The Encore delivers up to an EPA-estimated 28 mpg combined with front-wheel drive, and 26 mpg combined when equipped with all-wheel drive.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.2 out of 5
33 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 15 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 14 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 3 |
RepairPal gave the Buick Encore an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Buick Encore 7th out of 8 among Subcompact SUVs.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Buick EncoreBuick Encore features and specs
Premium 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Bluetooth Technology
- Full Roof Rack
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Running Boards
- SiriusXM Trial Available
- Sunroof(s)
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.4L
Horsepower
138
Torque (ft-lbs)
148
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
14
Wheelbase
100.6"
Overall length
168.41"
Width
69.85"
Height
65.26"
Leg room
F 40.82"/R 35.75"
Head room
F 39.58"/R 38.78"
Front tires
P215/55R18
Rear tires
P215/55R18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2015 Buick Encore FAQ
The 2015 Buick Encore is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Premium : 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Leather : 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Convenience : 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Base : 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
The Buick Encore received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Buick Encore as 6 out of 8 among Subcompact SUV
The 2015 Buick Encore has received an average 4.2 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 Buick Encore, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 Buick Encore Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2015 Buick Encore:
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
- SiriusXM Trial Available
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