2017 Buick Encore Premium FWD
Test Drive
Written by Marco Carvajal
Photographs by Buick
The 2017 Buick Encore Premium was developed for more maneuverable handling, the available all-wheel drive makes the process easy in any conditions or surface
2017 Buick Encore Premium FWD5 seats Front Wheel Drive Transmission 6-SPD AutomaticEngine 1.4L Turbo engineHorsepower 153 @ 5600Torque 177 @ 2000-4000Fuel economy 27city/33hwy/30 combined Estimated MPGElectronic Fuel Injection |
Introduction
The Buick
The story of Buick starts in 1903, when the first Buick car appeared. In 1923 Buick builds its one-millionth vehicle just shy of its 20th birthday. In another 20 years Buick builds more than 2,500 M18 Hellcat tank destroyers, effected by the wartime.
In 1961 Latin for “invincible,” the Invicta becomes the centerpiece of Buick’s very first performance line. After 20 more years of constant work and new developments Buick introduces its first ragtop since 1975 with the first-ever Riviera convertible.
Nowadays Buick keep surprising its followers and customers with new ideas and interesting models. This year they have received the 2017 BEST VALUE LUXURY BRAND KELLEY BLUE BOOK award.
The 2017 Buick Encore Premium is developed for more maneuverable handling, so you could enjoy driving without thinking. The available all-wheel drive makes the process easy in any conditions or surface. The standard powerful1.4L turbocharged engine or the optional 1.4L turbocharged engine with Start/Stop technology and Direct Fuel-Injection make the driving process almost like rest.
Available All-Wheel Drive permanently controls all four wheels for maximum traction and shows an electronic limited-slip differential which provides power between wheels to reduce wheel slip. It helps to take easy any changes on the road.
Country of origin: Korea
| Model | Price |
| 2017 Buick Encore Premium | $30,465 |
Engine
- 4L Turbo engine
- Horsepower 153 @ 5600
- Torque 177 @ 2000-4000
- Fuel economy 27city/33hwy/30 combined Estimated MPG
Available All-Wheel Drive permanently controls all four wheels for maximum traction and shows an electronic limited-slip differential which provides power between wheels to reduce wheel slip. It helps to take easy any changes on the road
Exterior
The 2017 Buick Encore is very maneuverable, so it fits in perfectly wherever it goes. Perfectly designed front fascia and grille evenly flow to the rear of the compact SUV, giving it a plain, sophisticated look.
- 18″ aluminum wheels
- Fog lamps
- Power moonroof
- Wipers, Rainsense
- Keyless open
- The model is also available in 3 different colors.
Interior
Once you sit into the new 2017 Buick Encore, you will sense how the practicality can be well-combined with the comfort: premium materials, carefully sculpted appointments, and a quiet, spacious cabin that makes every drive an enjoyable adventure. The new interior also comprises the 4.2-inch diagonal Driver Information Center and 8-inch diagonal color-touch screen display that gives you total control with no affords applied. The soft leather trim and heated steering wheel add more sense of warmth and luxury.
- 6-way power passenger seat
- Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic
- Bose 7-speaker premium sound system
- Forward Collision Alert
- Heated leather-appointed front seats
- Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror
- Memory seat
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Remote vehicle starter system
- Steering wheel, heated
Safety
The 2017 Buick Encore Premium is developed to protect you from all the sides, with 10 standard airbags to available advanced safety system.
Safety system also includes Available Side Blind Zone Alert which detects cars in your blind zone and wars you in the outside rearview mirror, if any obstacle was detected. This and many other systems, included in the model, can make your trip safer. They are:
- Forward Collision Alert
- Front and Rear Ultrasonic Park Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Side Blind Zone Alert
- Airbags, driver and front passenger
- Antilock brake system
- 4 wheels disc brakes
Conclusion
2017 Buick Encore Premium impressive technical characteristics and reliable safety system and with great specious interior. The soft leather-wrapped trim adds another layer of warmth and luxury.
Beside many helpful options, advantages of this car are:
- 5-star Overall Vehicle Score safety by NHTSA
- Premium interior with soft-touch materials
- LED lighting accents
- Available All-Wheel Drive
- Buick IntelliLink infotainment system with 8-inch color-touch screen
- Available 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot
The 2017 Buick Encore Premium comes with more maneuverable handling to enjoy driving without thinking. The available all-wheel drive makes the process easy in any conditions or surface. Standard powerful1.4L turbocharged engine or the optional 1.4L turbocharged engine with Start/Stop technology and Direct Fuel-Injection.
With a price just above $30,000 it is a great buy! A nice compact SUV for the price of a sedan. The size is ideal for city, not too big not too small.
