What I Love & Hate About My 2018 Buick Encore
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Buick Encore Sport Touring
Subcompact sport utility vehicle
85% · J.D. Power
Model: 2020 Buick Encore
MSRP: From $25,800
Horsepower: 138 hp
MPG: Up to 25 city / 30 highway
Dimensions: 168″ L x 70″ W x 65″ H
Curb weight: 3,237 to 3,358 lbs
Tire size: P215/55R18
The Buick Encore is a subcompact crossover SUV built by General Motors since 2012. It is Buick's first subcompact crossover SUV and fourth SUV overall after the 2002 Rendezvous, 2004 Rainier, and 2008 Enclave.
For 2017, the Buick Encore received revised headlights and bumpers, LED tail lights, and the interior received a revised dash and gauge cluster with a 4.2-inch information screen, a revised center stack, and infotainment system with an 8-inch frameless screen. The faux fender ports, marketed as VentiPorts on models from 2013 to 2016, were deleted. Expedition Money LLC
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Nothing like a thorough review from an ownership standpoint. You mentioned a lot of details that usually get overlooked. I always thought these were just a fancy looking Trax. But seems like they are a better overall experience. Thanks.
I appreciate that!
a gem in the wasteland of youtube car reviews
Just purchased this car. First time taking a loan on a vehicle and I'm 42. It's a 2018 Buick Encore Essence. Only drove it for 30 minutes. Had to get to work. I really like it! I hope it's a good vehicle for me. It has 36,000 miles on it. Traded in my 2002 GMC Envoy with over 250,000 on it! They have me $1000 on trade. Lol
I also just got one too! Loving my essence!!
I had an old Honda crv… for years from 07, just got my encore with 104k miles already, unfortunately the sellers dumbass lied and rolled back the mf miles, but it is what it is I guess, I hear you can make it past over 200k miles with proper maintenance. How do you guys like yours?
I just bought a encore! A 19! Do you still like it?
I love mine! Bought mine brand new back in 2018 and still have till now. No problems with it at all. Only complain I have is how easy my windshield cracked from a rock on the road. Other than that, it’s great🙌🏽
Way more thorough than "actual" car reviews! Peace
I was watching for awhile, expecting the usual 12-20 min video... then I notice... OMG, this is an HOUR LONG.
@@wolfshanze5980 That's funny!
This is a great review. I’m so excited to buy this car
Just got a 2018 Buick Encore with 8,000 miles from a family member. Can't wait to drive it.
This is by far the best review of a car. You mentioned every single thing on this car, is just amazing. I feel I know the car already. The good the bad and potential to fix and to live with. ✨️ the best video.
I appreciate that, Joy! Thanks!
Very thorough. I have 2021 14 months old. I like it. Suits my needs fine. Getting33 mpg.
Never thought I'd enjoy a one hour review. But this was brilliant 👏👌🏽very interesting. Learned a lot about my car. Lol
Excellent review, with lots of detail about the driving experience. I have always found the Encore to be a very nice looking vehicle, but have never driven one.
Fiat 500 "It didn't feel like you were getting in a big car".
Understatement of the century! ;-)
Good review. We have done the same regarding the headrests - reversed them, but found a bit too lean back and safety concern. So, what we did was take the headrests off and use a mallet to hit on the bend of the two metal rods just enough so it not too upright and they are now perfect.
Yes..the headrest are a serious problem for me. How do I reverse the headrest
@@ociphress I guess that you've already figured this out by now..... Just release the headrest completely. Then, turn it around and stick it right back in.
Yes...I did just that
It's a cute little stubby car. I wanna cuddle it lol
I just bought an 18 Encore Premiere package. I was in a 17 Renegade. Maintenance issues were apparent at five years. The encore is quieter inside. I noticed the headrest, I’m going to try turning them around. I like to keep a lot in my ride, encase of emergency. I find the storage compartments useful and practical. I like that I inly I can reach a few items on my side. I am challenged as to where to out my phone. I feel I hit the stick when I drop it into the compartment in front. Perhaps a slim side pocket would be useful.
Great Vid. I’m loving my Encore 😻
Thank you for the insight I purchased my encore last august same year and model. I and love it we have some same dislike like that back seat not having usb, the arm rest and memory seating but over all it’s my first vehicle and I wouldn’t change it it’s a every day car for me I don’t need speed so thanks for the input I learned more about my car today
One of the best review, thank you man
I LOVED "the honk feels disrepectful" because that exactly how I feel as I'm walking away from my car
i guess you never used the horn on a car
Wow, awesome in depth review! I hate sunroofs too btw. 😁
Very good review man..I have a '17 Encore preferred awd..have had 8 months..great in snow too.
I agree, Todd! It's really perfect for me on so many levels!
thanks, brother just bought one
Well made, thankyou! Very 😎
Thank you for a Awesome Review!
The honk is great!
I didn’t think about trying to slidir the cover into the grooves 😂 I like learning new things haha
Great review!!
Very informative. Thank you.
Can a larger gas tank be I installed?
My Essence doesn't have autoliftgate either. Mines fully loaded. Got mine used with 49k miles a couple weeks ago. Seats are cracking but I'm taking good care of them (washing and conditioning every 3 weeks)
Great vid! 😊
About that Navigation on the center display. That only works if you're using OnStar. It will not show anything if you're just using the built in Nav. I thought something wasn't configured right on mine until I read the owners manual and found out...
Hi, why didnt you fold the front passenger seat all the way forward so u could fit the ladder on just one side of the car? Or maybe you didnt know it folded forward all the way down...thanks for the review.
Bought this 2018 buick encore for the wife whit 22,000 miles and shr loves it
Bruh you did a great review
Awesome review!
Thanks!
As far as the honk; I changed my encore to just flash the lights instead of honking; yours can do it as well!
Honk when locking*
Thank you
I definitely like the sport wheels.. many people would love to trade wheels with you.. ive got a very close car.. a black preferred. Ha! I never new they gave you a funnel by the spare tire!
Yeah i agree on the flat black around the windows.. i
No no sunroof is great.. the airflows so much better with the sunroof cracked.. it actually reduces noise when windows are open..
Instead of the armrest, if someome doesnt want to spend the money to buy one..
bring a pillow for the passenger to rest their arms on.
i've never owned a gm car before and wondering about onstar. does onstar "talk" everytime the car is turned on? was thinking about buying a used 2018 buck encore, but don't really know what to expect out of the onstar system - how intrusive is it?
And that little window-Ette in between driver side window and front windshield IS intact for visibility. I asked my dealer because I couldn’t top thinking about it. Lol
Is it possible to adjust the front passenger seat? The seat seems to sit straight up and feels very uncomfortable!
"The dashboard is HUGE, I can eat Thanksgiving dinner off of this thing"
And I eat a lot at Thanksgiving!
I just picked this car up as a rental and was looking for a review. Good job! Also weren't you the same guy that owned a Fiat in the past? Your voice sounds familiar.
I did own a Fiat 500, Manuel! You have a great memory! I wanted something small but a bit larger!
I absolutely love mine, just got it and set it up to On star.
As a drummer I can’t wait to lug my kits around with it.
Question though, do you have any startup issues when placing the key in the transmitter pocket where it doesn’t turn on right away? Is that normal?
Upgraded big time after using an old Honda CRV 07 after like 5 years 😅😅
I love this review! I’m doing some car shopping now for used, I really like the Buick encore, but everyone is steering me towards getting the Toyota Camry or Toyota RAV4. The thing is the Toyotas are in such demand. The prices are too high and they’re hard to find.
Can you please tell me for reliability and long lasting car would you vote Buick encore or Toyota Cam/RAV4?? thank you
A Toyota Camry or Rav4 will likely last 300,000 miles. A Buick Encore will do pretty good to get 120,000 miles before needing a major repair.
How to turn off the loud chime sound when you cut on the car
Would you get the Encore GX instead of the regular Encore if you were buying today? The cargo area looks small. We are frequent Costco shoppers.
I would! I probably won’t switch very soon, but the GX is similarly priced and just a bit more refined on everything it seems!
I’m about to purchase a 2019 Encore and I’m conflicted. The vehicle currently has 20,000 miles. How many years/miles can I expect to get out of it? I’ve been hearing mixed things. Thank you! I’m currently driving a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek with 48,000 miles for reference.
Do you still have the encore?
I heard it can last a bit over 200k miles with good maintenance b
Dude, you ran a RED LIGHT lol 53:05
No he did not.
I wish I would have heard more about the reliability. I’m looking to buy a used compact suv. I have considered the Ford Escape which has a lot of tranny issues the Chevy trax which some people feel has a cheap feel & the encore which has gotten better reviews from my research.
Ford, Chevy, Buick... im sensing a pattern here... stop looking at cars made in Mexico and try something a little more American, like a Toyota or Hyundai that are made here in America. You'll get much better reliability.
Agree on everything
How much are you paying for your onstar to get the remote starter service and does your car has a back up sensor that beeps?
I haven’t subscribed to onstar yet but will once it starts snowing. Mine does not beep when in reverse. I wish it did. It’s a nice additional safety feature b
Beeping in reverse is something required for Hybrid and EV vehicles due to the fact they reverse on electric engines and are usually dead-silent without the Beeping (which can be a danger).
Gas-only vehicles don't require the Beeping because gas engines aren't silent!
Are your brakes spongy or a strong stop?
I would call them typical. I don't think they're spongy or grabby... If yours are spongy, it might be worth having them bleed them at a brake shop just to be safe.
Minus the stop sign @43:37, enjoyed the video.
Drivers seat bottom is very narrow.
GX driver seat squeaks at 7k miles.
best thing about the suv is it has thing i would not buy in next suv
You can turn the honk off
Now I want an AirTag in my car
Does it have a dvd?
A DVD? You want to watch movies or drive?
No cd player 😅
I have a 21 encore preferred I bought new last year. I do notice two things. The mpg calculated on the dashboard is always over estimating by 1.5 to 2 mpg. On a positive note I've gotten as high as 35 mpg during summer interstate drives at 70 MPH and never less than 29 mpg during mostly city/suburban driving. These are calculate at fillups so I know they are accurate. The epa estimates are way lower.
If you're heavy on the pedal and kick in the turbo alot those numbers will go down dramatically plus you'll probably wear out the turbo. I doubt the turbo in this car is designed for heavy use and abuse.
Overall I'm very satisfied with this car and think it's underrated. The required maintenance is minimal and inexpensive. Too bad they've decided to discontinue after 22. Typical GM; they finally get it right (the first few years of encore had major issues) and then they move on to a new model. Will they ever learn from Honda and Toyota?
Glad I managed to snag one then, an 18 model, so nice, by any chance do you have problems with the estimated fuel reading being wayyy over in comparison to the gauge meter?
I have it synced to the app and I don’t know which is more accurate, the app or the actual fuel gauge mileage remaining.
Cause when it gets to about a quarter tank left it somehow still says I can get over 100 miles on the tank and I’m like NO WAY IN HELL so somethings off… maybe a sensor needs to be checked?
Let me know!
@@GabrielXDrums My trim level doesnt have the estimated fuel remaining screen. I wouldn't trust the app any more than the gauge. It's getting info from the same sensors. Some of the tech that is put in cars these days is a waste.
@@jayo6725 seems like it, my coolant meter is panned HARD left and stuck on the C even tho I filled it last night with DEX COOL I happened to have stored. Ima take it Monday to Buick nearby like 5 mins from home so they can probably try and reset the sensor since I’m guessing that’s what’s going on, no engine light or nothing.
Trying to drive this car when it's windy is awful.
It is a screen warning my does it
Mine does too but it’s spontaneous when it does. I haven’t found a correlation to when it appears. I know I get freeze warnings too but that’s more obvious, haha.
Maybe cause I’m always on Bluetooth automatically? Shoot now I’m going to overthink haha
This is WAY to long!!
Don’t watch then
@@Roseeeebabe No I'm going to complain than watch a whole thing!! PEA-BRAIN!!
Great review! I've always likes this model. We own an Enclave and this model would be nice as a daily driver.