The 2017 Buick Encore Preferred AWD is a subcompact crossover SUV powered by a 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine delivering 138 horsepower, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system built to handle poor weather conditions. As the volume-selling trim for the 2017 refresh, it bridges the gap between basic utility and an upscale, quiet urban commuter car. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]
Key Technical Specifications
  • Engine: 1.4L Turbo Inline-4 (138 hp @ 4900 RPM / 148 lb-ft torque).
  • Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD).
  • Transmission: 6-speed shiftable automatic.
  • EPA Fuel Economy: 24 mpg City / 30 mpg Highway.
  • Cargo Space: 18.8 cubic feet behind rear seats; expands to 48.4 cubic feet with rear seats folded. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]
Key Features on the Preferred Trim
According to vehicle overviews from sources like Edmunds and KBB, the 2017 refresh brought highly desirable updates to the interior layout and technology suite:
  • Infotainment: Standard 8-inch diagonal color touchscreen equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.
  • Driver Comfort: 6-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support, cloth and leatherette seating surfaces, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
  • Convenience: Proximity keyless entry with push-button start and a built-in rearview backup camera.
  • Safety: StabiliTrak stability control system, 10 standard airbags, and a post-collision safety framework