Buick Encore GX AWD

20202026 · 7 configurations

Lowest
27
Average
27
Best
28

The Buick Encore GX AWD has been tested by the EPA across 7 different configurations spanning model years 2020 through 2026. Over this period, the Encore GX AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 27 MPG to 28 MPG, with an overall average of 27 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2026
27
2025
27
2024
27
2023
27
2022
27
2021
28
2020
28

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Encore GX AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Buick Encore GX AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Buick Buick / Opel Encore grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
91
Total Deaths
56

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
13.2%
Fire Occurrence
3.3%
Speeding Involved
7.7%
DUI Involved
6.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

81%
Front
12%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes35
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2022
Fatal Crashes32
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2021
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2024
1
2020
4
Critical
Moderate
Advisory