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Which was the best year for a used Buick Encore?
I recently rented a Buick Encore for a road trip with my family to visit some relatives a few states over, and I fell in love with this car. I want to buy a used one, but I’m unsure which one to get. Which was the best year for a used Buick Encore? Are there any I should avoid?
Matt Terzi · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
We hope you had a great trip! And we’re glad you enjoyed driving your rental Buick Encore, too. More rental experiences should go that smoothly!
The Buick Encore was short lived—Buick discontinued the subcompact crossover in 2022, after just nine model years. Instead, Buick is doubling down on the slightly larger Encore GX. So out of the gate, you’re looking at a 2013 to 2022 model.
The 2013 and 2014 models should be a hard pass. These early Encores were plagued with electrical issues and racked up a large number of complaints. You’ll definitely want a newer model.
The Buick Encore got a facelift in 2017, which included an improved infotainment system and several aesthetic changes that made the Buick Encore nicer to look at. Any Encore from that year on should suit you well.
You should look for the newest Buick Encore with the lowest mileage possible. A 2020 to 2022 model with low mileage would be ideal, but don’t pass on a 2017 to 2019 model if it has low mileage and looks in good condition. There aren’t huge differences in quality or features here.
We recommend reading our guide on
how to check if a used car is a lemon
, and how to lower your Buick Encore insurance costs
. We hope all of this information helps! MORE: Seven things to look for when buying a used car
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