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Buick Encore I (facelift 2017) 1.4 (140 Hp) Automatic
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Buick Encore:
The Buick Encore is a subcompact crossover SUV built by General Motors from 2012 to 2022. It is a subcompact crossover SUV marketed by Buick and its fourth SUV overall after the Rendezvous, Rainier, and Enclave.
The "Encore" designation was previously used by American Motors Corporation for the subcompact two and four-door hatchback variants of the U. S. -built front-wheel drive Renault Alliance from 1984 to 1987.
The first-generation Encore is a restyled first-generation Chevrolet Trax, and shares the same styling with the European Opel/Vauxhall Mokka. It debuted at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 10, 2012, and went on sale at the end of 2012. The North American Encore is assembled at the GM Korea plant in Bupyeong, South Korea alongside the Trax. The Chinese market Encore is assembled in Shandong....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2017) Overview:
Buick Encore (I (facelift 2017)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1468 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 (140 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.4L turbo provides sufficient power for urban and highway driving, feeling slightly more sprightly than its AWD counterpart due to reduced weight and drivetrain friction.
Fuel Economy
With a combined 8.4 l/100 km, this FWD variant offers marginally better fuel efficiency, making it a more economical choice for city dwellers and long-distance commuters.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact and maneuverable size for city driving
- • Comfortable and quiet ride for its class
- • Upscale interior design and materials for a compact SUV
- • Available all-wheel drive for enhanced traction
- • Good standard features and technology
Cons:
- • Modest engine performance, especially with AWD
- • Average fuel economy compared to some rivals
- • Limited cargo space behind the rear seats
- • Rear seat legroom can be tight for adults
- • Some interior materials still feel less premium
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2012 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | Encore |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (140 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 4900-6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 102.6 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1850-4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LUV [Same engine] More details about the engine LUV |
| Engine displacement: | 1364 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DCVCP |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.3 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73.4 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6500 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1468 |
| Max. weight: | 1930 |
| Max load: | 462 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1371 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 533 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4277 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1775 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1656 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2555 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1539 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1539 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 157 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 215/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
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