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2015 Buick Encore
2015 Buick Encore Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$24,065 - $30,935
Original MSRP:
$23,102 - $29,698
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2015 Buick Encore Review
The 2015 Buick Encore is a 4-door, 5-passenger new SUV that
has been carried over from 2014. The 2015 Buick Encore is available in four models, the Base, the Convenience, the Leather, and the
Premium. All 2015 Buick Encore models have a standard 1.4-liter, 138 hp engine, and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2015 Buick
Encore averages 25 MPG city and over 30
MPG highway. The 2015 Buick Encore carries a 48 month/50,000 mile basic warranty.
The 2015 Buick Encore models come with the following standard features - programmable locks, valet lockout, anti-theft, ABS brakes, AWD, traction control and stability control, child safety door locks, CD changer, iPod® jack, MP3 player, radio display, USB port, Bluetooth® wireless access, surround sound, DVD player, voice navigation system, automatic headlights, daytime running lights, fog lights, front/rear air dam, rear spoiler, dual automatic climate controls, air filter, rear controls, intelligent cruise, temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, trip computer with fuel consumption, driver memory adjustments, genuine wood trim, Keyless Access Card Key, programmable remote fob, remote fuel door, universal garage door, electronic parking aid w/camera, trunk anti-trap, memory steering column, sunroof, vehicle speed sensing wipers, tinted glass, dual heated/cooled/memory/power/lumbar/leather seats, power/heated/signaling/memory mirrors, and a rear window power shade. *Not all features are standard on all models.
Some of the optional upgrades for the 2015 Buick Models include a Buick Interior Protection package, an accessory carrier mount, and a front footwell and cup holder lighting kit.
The 2015 Buick Encore is a new car under $25,000 that has a starting price of $24,065.
The 2015 Buick Encore models come with the following standard features - programmable locks, valet lockout, anti-theft, ABS brakes, AWD, traction control and stability control, child safety door locks, CD changer, iPod® jack, MP3 player, radio display, USB port, Bluetooth® wireless access, surround sound, DVD player, voice navigation system, automatic headlights, daytime running lights, fog lights, front/rear air dam, rear spoiler, dual automatic climate controls, air filter, rear controls, intelligent cruise, temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, trip computer with fuel consumption, driver memory adjustments, genuine wood trim, Keyless Access Card Key, programmable remote fob, remote fuel door, universal garage door, electronic parking aid w/camera, trunk anti-trap, memory steering column, sunroof, vehicle speed sensing wipers, tinted glass, dual heated/cooled/memory/power/lumbar/leather seats, power/heated/signaling/memory mirrors, and a rear window power shade. *Not all features are standard on all models.
Some of the optional upgrades for the 2015 Buick Models include a Buick Interior Protection package, an accessory carrier mount, and a front footwell and cup holder lighting kit.
The 2015 Buick Encore is a new car under $25,000 that has a starting price of $24,065.
Warranty Information
| Basic: | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 15V146000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | MAR 13, 2015 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Number of Units Affected | 2,295 |
| Summary | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured November 27, 2014, to February 24, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Trax vehicles manufactured November 18, 2014, to February 17, 2015. The steering column assembly housing may contact the power steering printed circuit board causing the circuit board to wear. |
| Consequence | The circuit board wear may cause a sudden loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15168. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
2015 Buick Encore Models & Prices
2015 Buick Encore BASE
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| FWD 4dr | $24,065 | $23,102 | $377 / Month* | |
| AWD 4dr | $25,565 | $24,542 | $400 / Month* | |
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2015 Buick Encore Convenience
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| FWD 4dr Convenience | $26,155 | $25,109 | $409 / Month* | |
| AWD 4dr Convenience | $27,655 | $26,549 | $433 / Month* | |
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2015 Buick Encore Leather
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| FWD 4dr Leather | $27,950 | $26,832 | $437 / Month* | |
| AWD 4dr Leather | $29,450 | $28,272 | $461 / Month* | |
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2015 Buick Encore Premium
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| FWD 4dr Premium | $29,435 | $28,258 | $461 / Month* | |
| AWD 4dr Premium | $30,935 | $29,698 | $484 / Month* | |
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2015 Buick Encore Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antenna, roof-mounted | • | • | • | • |
| Door handles, body-color with chrome strips | • | • | • | • |
| Fascias, front and rear accent color includes rocker moldings | • | • | • | • |
| Fog lamps, front | • | • | • | |
| Glass, acoustic, laminated windshield | • | • | • | • |
| Glass, deep-tinted | • | • | • | • |
| Headlamps, halogen composite projector beam with blue translucent ring and automatic exterior lamp control | • | • | • | • |
| Lamp, center high-mounted stop/brake (CHMSL) | • | • | • | • |
| Luggage rack, side rails, roof-mounted | • | • | • | • |
| Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding with turn signal indicators | • | • | • | • |
| Tire, compact spare 16" (40.6 cm), located under cargo floor | • | • | • | • |
| Tires, P215/55R18 all-season, blackwall | • | • | • | • |
| Vehicle protection, corrosion preventative | • | • | • | • |
| Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) 5-spoke painted cast aluminum | • | • | • | • |
| Windshield, solar absorbing | • | • | • | • |
| Wiper, rear intermittent | • | • | • | • |
| Wipers, front intermittent with pulse washers | • | • | • | • |
| Wipers, front intermittent, Rainsense | • |
INTERIOR Features
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right-front passenger | • | • | • | |
| Air conditioning, single-zone manual | • | |||
| Air filter, particle | • | • | • | • |
| Cargo cover, rear, stowable and removable | • | • | • | • |
| Cargo mat, carpeted rear | • | |||
| Cargo net, rear | • | |||
| Cargo storage, tray under rear floor | • | • | • | • |
| Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed | • | • | • | • |
| Defogger, rear-window, electric | • | • | • | • |
| Door locks, power with lockout protection | • | • | • | • |
| Door sill plate cover, front | • | • | • | • |
| Driver Information Center includes tachometer, speedometer, fuel, coolant temperature, battery and compass | • | • | • | • |
| Floor mats, color-keyed and carpeted front | • | • | • | • |
| Floor mats, color-keyed and carpeted rear | • | • | • | • |
| Glovebox, dual | • | • | • | • |
| Headrests, 2-way adjustable, up/down | • | • | • | • |
| Instrumentation, analog with mpg speedometer and tachometer | • | • | • | • |
| Instrumentation, outside temperature display, located on audio system | • | • | • | • |
| Lighting, interior, dimming instrument panel cluster | • | • | • | • |
| Lighting, interior, Ice Blue ambient, located on instrument panel | • | • | • | • |
| Lighting, interior, overhead courtesy lamp | • | • | • | • |
| Lighting, interior, rear cargo compartment lamp | • | • | • | • |
| Memory seat, driver side presets for seat position | • | • | ||
| Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming | • | • | • | |
| Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night with tilt | • | |||
| Noise control system, active noise cancellation | • | • | • | • |
| Oil life monitoring system | • | • | • | • |
| Power outlet, 120-volt located on the rear of center console | • | • | • | |
| QuietTuning Buick exclusive process that consists of acoustically enhanced windshield and side glass, along with numerous noise canceling acoustic treatments to reduce, block and absorb noise and vibration to create a quiet interior cabin | • | • | • | • |
| Remote Keyless Entry, standard range with lock control and panic alarm | • | • | • | • |
| Remote vehicle starter system includes Remote Keyless Entry | • | • | • | |
| Seat adjuster, driver 6-way power with manual recline and power lumbar adjustment | • | • | • | • |
| Seat adjuster, front passenger 2-way manual | • | • | ||
| Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way power with manual recline and power lumbar adjustment | • | • | ||
| Seat, rear 60/40 split-bench, folding | • | • | • | • |
| Seatback, passenger flat-folding | • | • | • | • |
| Seats, front bucket | • | • | • | • |
| Seats, heated driver and front passenger | • | • | ||
| Shift knob, satin silver and chrome | • | • | • | • |
| Steering column, tilt and telescopic, adjustable | • | • | • | • |
| Steering wheel controls, mounted audio and phone interface controls | • | • | • | • |
| Steering wheel, heated | • | • | ||
| Steering wheel, leather-wrapped 3-spoke, color-keyed with theft-deterrent locking feature | • | • | • | • |
| Storage, front passenger underseat | • | • | ||
| Theft-deterrent system, electrical, unauthorized entry | • | • | • | • |
| Theft-deterrent system, immobilizer, vehicle, PASSKey III | • | • | • | • |
| Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, covered | • | • | • | • |
| Window, power with driver Express-Up/Down | • | • | • | • |
| Window, power with front passenger Express-Down | • | • | • | • |
| Windows, power, rear with Express-Down | • | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| Alternator, 130 amps | • | • | • | • |
| Axle, 3.53 final drive ratio | • | • | • | • |
| Drivetrain, all-wheel drive (AWD models only.) | • | • | • | • |
| Drivetrain, front-wheel drive (FWD models only.) | • | • | • | • |
| Engine, ECOTEC Turbo 1.4L Variable Valve Timing DOHC 4-cylinder sequential MFI (138 hp [102.9 kW] @ 4900 rpm, 148 lb-ft of torque [199.8 N-m] @ 1850 rpm) | • | • | • | • |
| Exhaust system, rear exit | • | • | • | • |
| Exhaust tip, styled stainless-steel | • | • | • | • |
| Keys, ignition, foldable | • | • | • | • |
| Mechanical jack | • | • | • | • |
| Steering, power, variable effort, electric | • | • | • | • |
| Suspension, Ride and Handling | • | • | • | • |
| Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive includes Driver Shift Control (AWD models only.) | • | • | • | • |
| Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive includes Driver Shift Control (FWD models only.) | • | • | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| Air bag, Passenger Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector | • | • | • | • |
| Air bags, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail for front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.) | • | • | • | • |
| Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc | • | • | • | • |
| Daytime Running Lamps, reduced intensity low beam | • | • | • | • |
| Door locks, child security rear, manual | • | • | • | • |
| Forward Collision Alert | • | |||
| Front and Rear Park Assist, Ultrasonic | • | |||
| Horn, dual note tone | • | • | • | • |
| Lane Departure Warning | • | |||
| OnStar with 4G LTE provides a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot to connect to the internet at 4G LTE speeds (Visit www.onstar.com for vehicle availability, details and system limitations. Services and connectivity may vary by model and conditions. 4G LTE service available in select markets. 4G LTE performance based on industry averages and vehicle systems design. Some services require data plan.) | • | • | • | • |
| OnStar, 6 months of Directions and Connections plan includes Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance and Turn-by-Turn Navigation (Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions.) | • | • | • | • |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | • | • | • | |
| Rearview camera system | • | • | • | • |
| Restraint provisions, child, Isofix 2 point only, point/latch includes 3 top tether points | • | • | • | • |
| Safety belts, 3-point rear, all seating positions | • | • | • | • |
| Safety belts, 3-point, driver and front passenger height-adjustable with load limiters | • | • | • | • |
| Side Blind Zone Alert | • | • | • | |
| StabiliTrak, stability control system | • | • | • | • |
| Tire Pressure Monitor, manual learn | • | • | • | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| Audio system feature, 6-speaker system | • | • | • | |
| Audio system feature, Bose premium 7-speaker system with amplifier | • | |||
| Audio system feature, color display, 7" diagonal | • | • | • | • |
| Audio system, AM/FM/SiriusXM stereo with MP3 CD player IntelliLink with 7" diagonal color LCD display, USB port, Radio Data System (RDS) and auxiliary input jack | • | • | • | • |
| Bluetooth for phone and music personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system, phonebook access, voice recognition for audio, phone, phonebook and music selection, Pandora and Stitcher Smartphone compatible, SiriusXM weather and data services, and software Bluetooth and Smartphone interface upgradeable | • | • | • | • |
| SiriusXM Satellite Radio is standard on nearly all 2015 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month All Access trial subscription with over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports, news and entertainment. Plus you can listen to SiriusXM Internet Radio everywhere on your computer, smartphone or tablet. Welcome to the world of SiriusXM. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at siriusxm.com. Other fees and taxes will apply. All fees and programming subject to change.) | • | • | • | • |
2015 Buick Encore Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURE, BOSE PREMIUM 7-SPEAKER SYSTEM with amplifier | • | • | ||
| EXPERIENCE BUICK PACKAGE includes (UHQ) AM/FM/SiriusXM stereo with navigation, (CF5) tilt-sliding power moonroof and (RNO) 18" 7-spoke painted cast aluminum wheels *GROSS* | • | • | ||
| HEATER, OIL PAN | • | • | • | • |
| ILLINOIS COST SURCHARGE | • | • | • | • |
| LICENSE PLATE BRACKET, FRONT MOUNTING PACKAGE (Will be forced on orders with ship-to states that require a front license plate.) | • | • | • | • |
| LPO, ACCESSORY CARRIER MOUNT includes 1- 1/4" receiver for attaching bike/ski carriers (Not to be used for towing.) | • | • | • | • |
| LPO, ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS, FRONT AND REAR, FRONT INCLUDES ENCORE LOGO (Available in Ebony, Titanium or Saddle matching the color of interior flooring.) | • | |||
| LPO, ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS, FRONT AND REAR, FRONT INCLUDES ENCORE LOGO (Included with (PDH) Buick Interior Protection Package, LPO. Available in Ebony, Titanium or Saddle matching the color of interior flooring.) | • | • | • | |
| LPO, BUICK INTERIOR PROTECTION PACKAGE includes the following dealer installed LPO accessories: (VAV) First and second row all-weather floor mats and (VLI) Carpeted cargo mat | • | • | • | |
| LPO, CARGO MAT, CARPETED matches interior color cargo area flooring (Included with (PDH) Buick Interior Protection Package, LPO.) | • | • | • | |
| LPO, CARGO NET | • | • | • | |
| LPO, CARGO TRAY, CUSTOM MOLDED | • | • | • | • |
| LPO, FRONT AND REAR SPLASH GUARDS, CUSTOM MOLDED (No longer available for ordering. Not available with (VRV) painted front and rear splash guards, LPO.) *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* | • | • | • | • |
| LPO, FRONT AND REAR SPLASH GUARDS, PAINTED IN LOWER ACCENT COLOR (Available in (BQX) Satin Nickel Metallic, (BT3) Dark Argent Metallic and (BQU) Dark Cocoa Ash lower accent color. Not available with (VQK) custom molded front and rear splash guards, LPO.) | • | • | • | • |
| LPO, FRONT FOOTWELL AND CUP HOLDER LIGHTING KIT | • | • | • | • |
| LPO, ROOF RACK CROSS RAILS, SET OF 2 | • | • | • | • |
| LPO, WHEEL LOCK KIT includes 4 locks and 1 key. | • | • | • | • |
| MOONROOF, POWER, TILT-SLIDING | • | |||
| MOONROOF, POWER, TILT-SLIDING (Included with (PCJ) Experience Buick Package.) | • | • | ||
| NEW JERSEY COST SURCHARGE *Required on all vehicles to be registered in New Jersey* | • | • | • | • |
| PENNSYLVANIA COST SURCHARGE | • | • | • | • |
EMISSIONS Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, CALIFORNIA (Requires (FE9) Federal emissions requirements. Not available in Maine or Vermont.) (allows a dealer in states that require California emissions - California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Washington - to order Federal emissions for a vehicle that will be registered in a state that has Federal emission requirements). Do not use for vehicles that will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Washington. | • | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, FEDERAL (Requires (YF5) California state emissions requirements or (NE1) Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington state emissions requirements.) (for vehicles ordered by dealers in Federal emission states with (YF5) or (NE1) emissions - Not required for vehicles being shipped to California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington) | • | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, STATE-SPECIFIC (Allows a California dealer (YF5 emissions) to order (NE1) emissions with (NB9) emissions override code for registration in (NE1) states; or a Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington dealer (NE1 emissions) to order (YF5) emissions with (NB9) emissions override code for registration in California.) (for dealers ordering vehicles in (YF5) or (NE1) emission states - California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington) | • | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS, CALIFORNIA STATE REQUIREMENTS | • | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OREGON, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT AND WASHINGTON STATE REQUIREMENTS | • | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS, FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS | • | • | • | • |
ENGINE Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| ENGINE, ECOTEC TURBO 1.4L VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DOHC 4-CYLINDER SEQUENTIAL MFI (138 hp [102.9 kW] @ 4900 rpm, 148 lb-ft of torque [199.8 N-m] @ 1850 rpm) (STD) | • | • | • | • |
OPTION DISCOUNT Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| OPTION/PACKAGE DISCOUNT (Requires PCJ Experience Buick Package.) *DISCOUNT* | • | • |
PAINT Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| BRILLIANT BLUE METALLIC (Includes (BT3) Dark Argent Metallic lower accent color.) | • | • | • | • |
| CARBON BLACK METALLIC (Additional charge - premium paint. Includes (BT3) Dark Argent Metallic lower accent color.) | • | • | • | • |
| COCOA SILVER METALLIC (Built out for 2015 model year. Includes (BQU) Dark Cocoa Ash lower accent color.) *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* | • | • | • | • |
| DEEP ESPRESSO BROWN METALLIC (Includes (BQU) Dark Cocoa Ash lower accent color.) | • | • | • | • |
| QUICKSILVER METALLIC (Includes (BT3) Dark Argent Metallic lower accent color.) | • | • | • | • |
| RUBY RED METALLIC (Includes (BT3) Dark Argent Metallic lower accent color.) | • | • | • | • |
| SATIN STEEL GRAY METALLIC (Built out for 2015 model year. Includes (BT3) Dark Argent Metallic lower accent color.) *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* | • | • | • | • |
| WHITE PEARL TRICOAT (Additional charge - premium paint. Includes (BQX) Satin Nickel Metallic lower accent color.) | • | • | • | • |
PAINT SCHEME Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • | • |
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| 1SB PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Includes Standard Equipment | • | |||
| 1SD PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Includes Standard Equipment | • | |||
| 1SL PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Includes Standard Equipment | • | |||
| 1SN PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Includes Standard Equipment | • |
RADIO Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION, AM/FM/SIRIUSXM STEREO, SINGLE CD PLAYER AND MP3 PLAYER with navigation, IntelliLink with 7" diagonal color LCD display, GPS navigation system, USB port, Radio Data System (RDS) and auxiliary input jack | • | |||
| AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION, AM/FM/SIRIUSXM STEREO, SINGLE CD PLAYER AND MP3 PLAYER with navigation, IntelliLink with 7" diagonal color LCD display, GPS navigation system, USB port, Radio Data System (RDS) and auxiliary input jack (Included with (PCJ) Experience Buick Package.) | • | • | ||
| AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM/SIRIUSXM STEREO WITH MP3 CD PLAYER IntelliLink with 7" diagonal color LCD display, USB port, Radio Data System (RDS) and auxiliary input jack (STD) | • | • | • | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| EBONY, LEATHER-APPOINTED SEATS | • | • | ||
| EBONY, UPSCALE CLOTH SEAT TRIM WITH LEATHERETTE ACCENTS | • | • | ||
| SADDLE, LEATHER-APPOINTED SEATS | • | • | ||
| TITANIUM, LEATHER-APPOINTED SEATS | • | • | ||
| TITANIUM, UPSCALE CLOTH SEAT TRIM WITH LEATHERETTE ACCENTS | • | • |
SEAT TYPE Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| SEATS, FRONT BUCKET (STD) | • | • | • | • |
SECONDARY PAINT Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| DARK ARGENT METALLIC LOWER ACCENT COLOR (Not available with (GYL) Cocoa Silver Metallic Paint, (GYO) Deep Espresso Brown Metallic Paint or (GYN) White Pearl Tricoat Paint.) | • | • | • | • |
| DARK COCOA ASH LOWER ACCENT COLOR (Included and only available with (GYL) Cocoa Silver Metallic Paint or (GYO) Deep Espresso Brown Metallic Paint.) | • | • | • | • |
| SATIN NICKEL METALLIC LOWER ACCENT COLOR (Included and only available with (GYN) White Pearl Tricoat Paint.) | • | • | • | • |
TRANSMISSION Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC, ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED WITH OVERDRIVE includes Driver Shift Control (STD) (AWD models only.) | • | • | • | • |
| TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC, ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED WITH OVERDRIVE includes Driver Shift Control (STD) (FWD models only.) | • | • | • | • |
WHEELS Options
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| WHEELS, 18" (45.7 CM) 5-SPOKE PAINTED CAST ALUMINUM (STD) | • | • | • | |
| WHEELS, 18" (45.7 CM) 7-SPOKE PAINTED CAST ALUMINUM | • | |||
| WHEELS, 18" (45.7 CM) 7-SPOKE PAINTED CAST ALUMINUM (Included with (PCJ) Experience Buick Package.) | • | • | ||
| WHEELS, 18" (45.7 CM) CHROMED ALUMINUM (Built out for 2015 model year.) *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* | • | • | • |
2015 Buick Encore Technical Specifications
Brakes
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.8 x 1.0 | 11.8 x 1.0 | 11.8 x 1.0 | 11.8 x 1.0 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.6 x 0.5 | 10.6 x 0.5 | 10.6 x 0.5 | 10.6 x 0.5 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
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| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) | 48.40 | 48.40 | 48.40 | 48.40 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) | 18.80 | 18.80 | 18.80 | 18.80 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
Engine
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.4/83 | 1.4/83 | 1.4/83 | 1.4/83 |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged I4 | Turbocharged I4 | Turbocharged I4 | Turbocharged I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 138 @ 4900 | 138 @ 4900 | 138 @ 4900 | 138 @ 4900 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 148 @ 1850 | 148 @ 1850 | 148 @ 1850 | 148 @ 1850 |
Exterior Dimensions
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 65.26 | 65.26 | 65.26 | 65.26 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 168.41 | 168.41 | 168.41 | 168.41 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 6.22 | 6.22 | 6.22 | 6.22 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 100.60 | 100.60 | 100.60 | 100.60 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 69.85 | 69.85 | 69.85 | 69.85 |
Fuel Tank
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 14.0 | 14.0 | 14.0 | 14.0 |
Steering
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.72 | 2.72 | 2.72 | 2.72 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 36.7 | 36.7 | 36.7 | 36.7 |
Suspension
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | Independent MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs |
Tires
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P215/55R18 | P215/55R18 | P215/55R18 | P215/55R18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P215/55R18 | P215/55R18 | P215/55R18 | P215/55R18 |
Transmission
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Trans Type | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Vehicle
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 39.58 | 39.58 | 39.58 | 39.58 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 40.82 | 40.82 | 40.82 | 40.82 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 54.18 | 54.18 | 54.18 | 54.18 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 92.8 | 92.8 | 92.8 | 92.8 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 38.78 | 38.78 | 38.78 | 38.78 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.75 | 35.75 | 35.75 | 35.75 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 52.55 | 52.55 | 52.55 | 52.55 |
Weight Information
| BASE | Convenience | Leather | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3237 | 3237 | 3237 | 3237 |
2015 Buick Encore Safety Features
Safety Features
| Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc |
| StabiliTrak, stability control system |
| Daytime Running Lamps, reduced intensity low beam |
| Air bags, frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, side-impact seat-mounted and roof rail for front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.) |
| Air bag, Passenger Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector |
| Safety belts, 3-point, driver and front passenger height-adjustable with load limiters |
| Safety belts, 3-point rear, all seating positions |
| Restraint provisions, child, Isofix 2 point only, point/latch includes 3 top tether points |
| OnStar, 6 months of Directions and Connections plan includes Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance and Turn-by-Turn Navigation (Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions.) |
| OnStar with 4G LTE provides a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot to connect to the internet at 4G LTE speeds (Visit www.onstar.com for vehicle availability, details and system limitations. Services and connectivity may vary by model and conditions. 4G LTE service available in select markets. 4G LTE performance based on industry averages and vehicle systems design. Some services require data plan.) |
| Rearview camera system |
| Door locks, child security rear, manual |
| Tire Pressure Monitor, manual learn |
| Horn, dual note tone |
| Side Blind Zone Alert |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| Forward Collision Alert |
| Front and Rear Park Assist, Ultrasonic |
| Lane Departure Warning |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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