2017 Buick Encore
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
The 2017 Buick Encore is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Stop-Start), 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Stop-Start), 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 1.4 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.
17V437000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017.…
Reported July 10, 2017. View on NHTSA
16V651000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016.…
Reported September 8, 2016. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 13, 2026
Data verified: October 13, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2017 Buick Encore have?
Varies by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Stop-Start), 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Buick Encore?
Combined fuel economy is 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2017 Buick Encore front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2017 Buick Encore?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.