DecodedCars2024 Buick Encore
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD, Gx 4dr SUV AWD, Gx 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 1.3L 3-cyl turbo, 1.2L 3-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 30 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- 168.1–171.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,025–3,358 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Buick Encore is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.3L 3-cyl turbo and 1.2L 3-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 168 inches long and 70 inches wide on a 101-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,358 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (30 city / 31 highway), 6% better than the 2024 small SUV average of 28.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 Encore — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Encore →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Bupyeong, South Korea
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 Encore configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 168.1 in | 69.7 in | 65 in | 100.8 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,358 lb | 60/40 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 168.1 in | 69.7 in | 65 in | 100.8 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,236 lb | 60/40 |
| Gx 4dr SUV AWD | 171.3 in | 71.3 in | 64.2 in | 102.4 in | 61 / 61.8 in | 3,256 lb | 60/40 |
| Gx 4dr SUV FWD | 171.3 in | 71.3 in | 64.2 in | 102.4 in | 61 / 61.8 in | 3,025 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore GX FWD | 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 31 / 30 | +6% | $2,250 | 297 |
| Encore GX FWD | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 31 / 30 | +6% | $2,250 | 297 |
| Encore GX AWD | 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 28 / 27 | +8% | $2,500 | 333 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Buick Encore.
Similar 2024 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Buick Encore (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2024 Ford Bronco | 20 MPG | Not rated | 16 |
| 2024 Kia Seltos | 31 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross | 42 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2024 Jeep Compass | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Kona | 31 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2024 Subaru Crosstrek | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
Recalls (2)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Aug 20, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V539000 · 306,511 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, if necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 17, 2026. Another letter will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A262554900. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Nov 6, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V744000 · 60,154 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Buick Encore GX, Envista, and Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The software in the Virtual Cockpit Unit Module (VCU) may cause the instrument panel display to intermittently go blank at vehicle startup or while driving.
- Risk
- A blank instrument panel will not show critical information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The VCU software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424320.
Not every 2024 Buick Encore is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Buick Encore buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 19 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Exterior Lighting — 4 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Power Train — 3 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 30,620 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Buick Encore. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Encore years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Encore | 30 | 171.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 4 |
| 2025 Encore | 30 | 171.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 15 |
| 2023 Encore | 30 | 168.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 28 |
| 2022 Encore | 30 | 168.1 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 42 |
| 2021 Encore | 31 | 168.1 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 62 |
| 2020 Encore | 31 | 168.1 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 89 |
| 2019 Encore | 28 | 168.1 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 88 |
| 2018 Encore | 30 | 168.1 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 74 |
| 2017 Encore | 30 | 168.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 90 |
| 2016 Encore | 30 | 168.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 80 |
| 2015 Encore | 28 | 168.1 in | Not rated | 4 | 124 |
| 2014 Encore | 28 | 168.1 in | Not rated | 4 | 56 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Buick. How we calculate this →