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Buick Encore II 20T SIDI (165 Hp) CVT
Overall Rating
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)
II Overview:
Buick Encore (II). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1295 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.9 s). The top speed reaches 198 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Buick Encore II, primarily a Chinese market model, has not been tested by Euro NCAP. It features standard safety systems like ABS, but specific crash test ratings are not available from this organization.
20T SIDI (165 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong acceleration and responsive power delivery for its class, making it suitable for both city and highway driving with confidence.
Fuel Economy
Achieves excellent fuel efficiency for a turbocharged petrol engine, providing an economical option for daily use and longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy across the lineup
- • Modern and attractive exterior design
- • Compact dimensions ideal for urban environments
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Strong performance from the 20T SIDI engine
Cons:
- • Base 15T engine can feel underpowered
- • Rear torsion beam suspension may impact ride comfort on rough roads
- • Limited availability outside of the Chinese market
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2017): 2017 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | Encore |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 20T SIDI (165 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 165 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 123 Hp/l [18mm more] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1341 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China VI |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 198 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.8 kg/Hp, 128.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 186.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1285-1305 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 395 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4295 mm mm [18mm more] |
| Width: | 1798 mm mm [23mm more] |
| Height: | 1616 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2570 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Front track: | 1547 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1551 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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