There’s Bluetooth Audio Streaming on offer, but you can also plug in your device via Aux and USB units. The Encore is offered with a 7.0-inch infotainment screen, featuring basic apps and settings to fiddle with. The 2016 Buick Encore is offered with a fairly basic infotainment unit, which manages to keep you engaged and entertained throughout your trip. Some highlight interior features offered with the 2016 Buick Encore include: The BMW X1 also offers the most cargo space behind the second row, comfortably taking the interior space crown. Additionally, the former offers the greatest legroom in the second row.
At the back, the BMW X1 again offers the greatest headroom, while the shoulder space reaches a tie between the Acura RDX and the BMW X1. When cargo capacity is taken into account, the Encore offers nothing special as it only offers a mediocre 18.8 cu.ft of boot space which feels adequate for a car of its size.Ĭargo capacity with rear seats up(cu.ft.)Ĭargo capacity with rear seats down(cu.ft.)Ĭomparing the competition, the BMW X1 offers the most headroom in the first row, while the Acura RDX has the most shoulder space and legroom on offer. With soft-touch materials and simulated wood trims that enhance the luxurious feel and look of the interior, the interior feels plush and classy. With a number of little cubby spaces, the interior feels practical. The rear seats are also fairly roomy, but due to its small exterior dimensions, the rear cabin feels a little cramped. The front seats feel comfortable and well-bolstered and offer a dominating view because of their high position. Treading on the similar lines, the Encore offers a comfortable and well-built interior. If this is the key criterion for your purchase, the Mini Countryman stands as the clear winner.īuick is known for its comfortable and luxurious interiors.
Lastly, the 2016 Acura RDX finishes in last place for having the least fuel efficiency of 22 MPG due to its big and demanding engine. The Buick Encore, on the other hand, shares second place with the 2016 BMW X1, having a similar combined MPG value of 26. The 2016 Mini Countryman bags the first place with the highest MPG value of 29, due to its less demanding engine. Additionally, the Buick Encore comes fitted with a 14.0 gallon fuel tank, which enables the SUV to deliver respectable driving range. The result is a combined EPA fuel economy of 26 MPG, which is pretty decent. The 2016 Buick Encore returns 23 MPG in the city, and 30 MPG on the highway. While the Encore doesn’t do well with performance, it manages to be a fairly fuel efficient vehicle. While most competitors offer better performance and power, the Encore takes a mediocre stand. All in all, the Encore ends up at the lower end of the performance spectrum. The BMW X1 closely follows it with a time of 6.3 seconds. In terms of acceleration, the Acura RDX bags the first position as it sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds. The gearbox feels average, offering slightly odd gear ratios, but you always end up on the right gear at the right time. However, while hauling extra cargo on the highway, it gets a little taxing for its highway performance.
The powertrain feels responsive and offers sufficient acceleration. The engine feels agile, refined and punchy. The Sports Touring trim comes with a slightly tweaked up version of the same engine that produces a slightly higher 153 hp. The engine produces a fairly healthy 138 hp, along with 148 lb-ft of torque. The power unit comes mated to an 6-speed automatic transmission. Under its hood, the Encore comes with a small 1.4L Inline-4 engine. Also, it offers a great array of safety features that make this car a perfect family car. To get the best value for the money spent, we recommend the Encore Premium trim with AWD as it offers the best interior experience that any Encore can offer. Premium adds to or replaces Leather features. Leather adds to or replaces Sport Touring features. Sports Touring adds to or replaces Convenience features. The Encore comes equipped with a 1.4L Inline-4 engine that produces 138 hp along with a 6-speed automatic transmission.Ĭonvenience adds to or replaces Base features. The Encore offers a choice to choose between the FWD or the AWD. Buick offers the Encore with a base price of $24,065 and goes up to $31,285 for the top variant. The 2016 Buick Encore is offered in 5 trims, Base, Convenience, Sport Touring, Leather, and Premium.
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