2015 Buick Encore problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2015 Buick Encore get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2015 Buick Encore at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 33 highway).

Q: How much is a 2015 Buick Encore worth?

Comparable 2015 Buick Encore listings run roughly $9,900–$20,000, typically around $15,394 (from 24 vehicles).

2015 Buick Encore at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints123

Combined28 mpg

Typical price$15,394

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2015 Buick Encore recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2015 Buick Encore.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2015 Buick Encore common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 123 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2015 Buick Encore MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg

City25 mpg

Highway33 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,200

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2015 Buick Encore worth?

Low

$9,900

Typical price

$15,394

High

$20,000

From 24 comparable 2015 Buick Encore listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 Buick Encore costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,000

Fuel only$11,000

Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.