Does the 2020 Buick Encore need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the FWD.
- All 7 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $257 more a year.
- 47% of 129 SUVs (2020) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD | 1.4L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Preferred FWD | 1.4L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Preferred AWD | N/A | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Sport Touring FWD | 1.4L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Sport Touring AWD | N/A | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Essence FWD | 1.4L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Essence AWD | N/A | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Buick Encore | FWD | Regular |
| 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross | ES FWD | Regular |
| 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport | FWD S | Regular |
| 2020 Hyundai Tucson | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2020 Dodge Journey | SE Value FWD | Regular |
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | L FWD | Regular |
| 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | ES 2WD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree