Buick Encore

20132019 · 11 configurations

Lowest
27
Average
28
Best
30

The Buick Encore has been tested by the EPA across 11 different configurations spanning model years 2013 through 2019. Over this period, the Encore has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 27 MPG to 30 MPG, with an overall average of 28 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

2019
28
2018
30
2017
30
2016
30
2015
28
2014
28
2013
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) 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. 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
382
Total Deaths
217

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.5%
Fire Occurrence
4.5%
Speeding Involved
11.5%
DUI Involved
9.2%
Primary Impact Zone

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

73%
Front
16%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes74
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2022
Fatal Crashes72
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2021
Fatal Crashes62
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2020
Fatal Crashes48
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2019
Fatal Crashes37
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2018
Fatal Crashes39
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2017
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2016
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2015
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2014
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2019
2
2015
2
2014
2
2013
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory