2021 Buick Encore trim levels explained
Base to top
$2,020
- 3 trims. $23,200 to $25,220.
- Base: FWD. Top: Preferred AWD.
All 3 trims
| Trim | MSRP | Destination | Engine | hp | Drivetrain | Transmission | MPG | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD | $23,200 | $1,195 | 1.4L 4cyl | 155 hp | FWD | 6-speed automatic | 27 mpg | 5 |
| Preferred FWD | $24,600 | $1,195 | 1.4L 4cyl | 155 hp | FWD | 6-speed automatic | 27 mpg | 5 |
| Preferred AWD | $25,220 | $1,195 | N/A | 155 hp | AWD | 6-speed automatic | 26 mpg | 5 |
What changes at each step
FWD to Preferred: +$1,400
FWD $23,200 to Preferred FWD $24,600.
Same specs. Equipment only.
No added standard equipment listed.
Which trim has each feature
- Blind spot warning: optional from Preferred FWD, $24,600.
- Remote start: optional from Preferred FWD, $24,600.
- Not on any trim: leather seats, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a 360 camera, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, a power liftgate or trunk, a third row, navigation, premium audio, heated rear seats, a panoramic roof.
S standard. O optional. N not available. Blank: no data.
| Feature | FWD | Preferred |
|---|---|---|
| Leather seats | N | N |
| Heated front seats | N | N |
| Heated steering wheel | N | N |
| 360 camera | N | N |
| Blind spot warning | N | O |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | N | N |
| Power liftgate or trunk | N | N |
| Third row | N | N |
| Navigation | N | N |
| Premium audio | N | N |
| Remote start | N | O |
| Heated rear seats | N | N |
| Panoramic roof | N | N |
Cheapest trim with
- AWD or 4WD: Preferred AWD, $25,220.
- The most hp: every trim, 155 hp.
- The best mpg: FWD, 27 mpg, $23,200.
New for 2021
Compared with 2020. Trims matched by name.
- Added: none.
- Dropped: Sport Touring FWD, Sport Touring AWD, Essence FWD, Essence AWD.
- Carried over with a price: 3 trims. Median change: $0.
| Trim | 2020 | 2021 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FWD | $23,200 | $23,200 | $0 |
| Preferred FWD | $24,600 | $24,600 | $0 |
| Preferred AWD | $25,220 | $25,220 | $0 |
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What this cannot tell you
Prices exclude options, packages and destination.
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