2020 Buick Encore AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
Preferred AWD vs Preferred FWD
AWD adds $620. Costs $105 more a year in fuel.
$1,253more over 6 years
- 26 vs 28 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred FWD Preferred AWD | $24,600 $25,220 | $620 | 28 mpg 26 mpg | $1,371 $1,477 | $1,253 | +121 lb | 6.2 in 6.2 in |
| Sport Touring FWD Sport Touring AWD | $25,800 $27,300 | $1,500 | 28 mpg 26 mpg | $1,371 $1,477 | $2,133 | +121 lb | 6.2 in 6.2 in |
| Essence FWD Essence AWD | $29,300 $30,800 | $1,500 | 28 mpg 26 mpg | $1,371 $1,477 | $2,133 | +121 lb | 6.2 in 6.2 in |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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- Sources disagree