Model year guide

2021 Buick Encore

Q: What gas mileage does the 2021 Buick Encore get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2021 Buick Encore at about 28 mpg combined (26 city / 30 highway).

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Buick Encore is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

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2021 Buick Encore at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints9

Combined28 mpg

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2021 Buick Encore recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2021 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.

2021 Buick Encore common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train

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

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.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Electrical System

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

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.

2021 Buick Encore MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg

City26 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,229

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2021 Buick Encore costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,145

Fuel only$11,145

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.