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2020 Buick

Encore GX AWD

Auto 9-spd, 3 cyl, 1.3 L, Turbo

Buick Encore GX: best and worst years
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Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 9-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
155
Power to weight
0.051 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.17
Cyl
3EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,200EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
320 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
171 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
64 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
102 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,025 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
64
Reported injuries
3

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • SERVICE BRAKES18%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER17%
  • POWER TRAIN15%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13%
  • ENGINE11%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 103 total.

Buick Encore GX: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

440 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6032C

    PIP6032B provides diagnostic direction for dealers when encountering transmission leaks

  • Apr 21, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6029A

    This PI instructs dealers to install foam around the shifter cable to stop rattling

  • Apr 1, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

  • Mar 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6553B

    This bulletin communicates to a dealer the repair direction that should be taken if they encounter a vibration from the engine when the vehicle is parked facing downhill.

  • Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6104

    This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

  • Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902V

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Mar 2, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6425D

    This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss

  • Jan 22, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP5929G

    This Preliminary information communicates to the dealers diagnostic tips related to MIL on with P219A.

  • and 432 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70k mi
Roadside assistance
6 yr / 70k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.