Auto loans: 2026 Buick Encore
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 7.8 to 8.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
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- Combined
- 7.8 to 8.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2026 Buick Encore for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2026 Buick Encore specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo | 1.3L 3-cylinder turbo | 1.3L 3-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | Automatic (CVT) | 9-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.0 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.6 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 7.8 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 185 g/km | 185 g/km | 203 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.09 | $12.09 | $13.49 |
2026 Buick Encore: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.2 L | 1.3 L | 1.3 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| MPG city (US) | 30 | 29 | 26 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 | 31 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 30 | 30 | 27 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 36 | 36 | 32 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 680 L (24 cu ft) | ||
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,250 | US$2,250 | US$2,500 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,418 | $2,418 | $2,698 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2026 Buick Encore
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (3), electrical system (1) and steering (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V539000 | 2026-08-20 | back over prevention: sensing system: camera | General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2025 Buick Envista, 2024-2026 Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2026 Buick Encore
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2026 Buick Encore for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. For anyone shopping for the 2026 Buick Encore, here are the facts that matter.
What to check on the Encore
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine, electrical system and steering. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
What the figures tell you
It uses the 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo and front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 23 litres for every 300 km, going by its 7.8 L/100 km combined rating. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $120.90. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,250 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
When the Encore makes sense
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Inside and out
An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.
Rent it for a week first
Try the Encore on your commute, then decide. Rent the Encore for a week and see how it fits your life. A test week in the Encore tells you more than any review.
Year and trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Within the 2026 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$2,250 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $12.09 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $120.90 at our price setting.
Questions first?
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2026 Buick Encore from us first.
Ask us about the 2026 Buick Encore
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2026 Buick Encore for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2026 Buick Encore
Does CarmaCars sell the 2026 Buick Encore?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2026 Buick Encore before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2026 Buick Encore have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2026 Buick Encore cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,250 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2418.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.