Used 2020 Buick Encore for Sale near Temecula, CA
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About 2020 Buick Encore
Overview

The Buick Encore is a subcompact crossover much like the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, and Mazda CX-3. For 2020, it receives a few light updates.
Previously, the Encore had a premium engine option, but Buick eliminated it for 2020. The only engine available is a turbocharged 1.4-liter inline 4-cylinder engine, making 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque. A 6-speed automatic transmission powers either the front or all four wheels. The Encore’s fuel economy is rated at 25 mpg city, 30 highway and 27 combined with front-wheel drive (FWD) or 24/29/26 with all-wheel drive (AWD).
The Encore spreads its options across four trims: 1SV, Preferred, Sport Touring, and Essence. The base 1SV includes 18-inch alloy wheels, a laminated windshield, partial-LED taillights, keyless access and start, an 8-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Siri EyesFree, satellite radio, and a 6-speaker audio system. The other trims add upgrades like fog lights, remote start, leather upholstery, heated seats, and a heated steering wheel.
As far as safety, the Encore’s only standard technology includes a reversing camera. You’ll need to ascend the trim and options ladder to get forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and front and rear parking sensors. The Encore received decent scores in its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and a 5-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The Encore boasts handsome styling and a competitive set of features.
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Who Makes Buick Cars?
Buick, an American automaker rich in history, is a subsidiary of General Motors. In terms of prestige, Buick cars fall between the more value-oriented Chevrolet models and the luxurious Cadillac nameplate.
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Joe B
Reviewed a 2020 Buick Encore on Feb 24, 2021
Great little SUV. Very economical to operate. Very peppy. Easy to park. Has numerous options. This is my second Encore. My next SUV will be another Encore.
Doris K
Reviewed a 2020 Buick Encore on Aug 29, 2023
Car features are great, except there’s no car starter for this vehicle, and there are no heated seats, which are great to have in the winter time. I really love my encore. It was a very good value with low mileage. But a car starter and heated seats are very necessary. It rides, very smooth, a slight step down from a Cadillac.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2020 Buick Encore on May 24, 2020
The Encore that we tried out was loaded with options and had some nice features. The car is missing a power hatch. I thought,why not put that on and then it would be loaded with options. I cannot compare it with a different model since that is the only car we tried. As far as value, I think it could be better.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2020 Buick Encore on May 1, 2024
I love all the features of the GX Essence. The colors are too blah for me. I would like to see more style to the car. Compares to the Chevy Trax but the Buick has many more options.
2020 Buick Encore Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Essence AWD | $30,800 |
| Preferred AWD | $26,100 |
| Sport Touring AWD | $27,300 |
| FWD | $23,200 |
| Essence FWD | $29,300 |
| Preferred FWD | $24,600 |
| Sport Touring FWD | $25,800 |
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