2021 Buick Encore
The 2021 Buick Encore is listed in 7 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.2 L 3-cyl turbo, 1.3 L 3-cyl turbo and 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 26 to 31 MPG (best: 7.6 L/100 km).
Model year2021
Versions7
ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
DriveAll-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore AWD | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 29 / 26 | 9.0 | 344 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Encore AWD | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 30 / 26 | 9.0 | 338 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Encore FWD | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 30 / 27 | 8.7 | 329 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Encore FWD | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 32 / 27 | 8.7 | 325 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Encore GX AWD | 1.3 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 26 / 29 / 28 | 8.4 | 330 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Encore GX FWD | 1.2 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 28 / 31 / 29 | 8.1 | 302 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Encore GX FWD | 1.3 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 30 / 32 / 31 | 7.6 | 288 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2021 Buick Encore.