Used 2018 Buick Encore
- Price: $15,695
- Mileage: 145,574 miles
- Location: Boardman, OH
- VIN: KL4CJCSB8JB689425
Used 2018 Buick Encore for sale in Boardman, OH — $15,695, 145,574 miles. The Encore is a compact, easy-to-park Buick crossover with a quiet cabin and a high seating position. Buy Here Pay Here financing available. See photos and details, and get pre-approved online.
About the 2018 Buick Encore
2018 Buick Encore at a glance
The 2018 Encore continues the refreshed design with the 8-inch touchscreen, a 138-hp or available 153-hp 1.4L turbo (with stop-start), 6-speed automatic and FWD or AWD (about 25-27 mpg city and 33 mpg highway FWD). A 2017-2019 model gives the updated cabin and the stronger engine option at a moderate price.
- Engines: 1.4 liter turbo I4 138 hp 148 lb ft; 1.4 liter turbo direct injection I4 153 hp available
- Transmissions: 6 speed automatic
- Drivetrain: Front wheel drive; All wheel drive available
- Body style: 5 door subcompact crossover SUV
What changed:
- Largely carryover from 2017
What to inspect: Open recalls by VIN; Exact engine resolution by VIN; Engine stop start operation if equipped; Coolant leaks water pump thermostat and turbo lines; Oil leaks valve cover and pcv system; Check engine light and stored codes; Turbo boost and hesitation on test drive; Oil change records; 6 speed automatic shift quality; AWD operation if equipped; Suspension and tires; Brakes; Infotainment and bluetooth; Maintenance history.
Known issues to check on a 2018 Buick Encore
- 1.4L Turbo Coolant Leaks (2013–2022)
The Encore's 1.4L turbo engine family is known for coolant leaks as mileage builds, commonly from the water pump, thermostat housing or turbocharger coolant lines. Low coolant can lead to overheating, so it is worth checking.
What to do: Check the coolant level and look for residue around the engine; documented cooling repairs are a plus. - 1.4L Turbo PCV System and Oil Leaks (2013–2022)
The 1.4L turbo's PCV (crankcase ventilation) system, built into the valve cover on many engines, can fail and cause oil leaks, a whistling noise, rough idle or lean-condition trouble codes. Valve cover replacement is a common repair on higher-mileage Encores.
What to do: Listen for a whistle at idle, look for oil around the valve cover, and scan for stored codes. - Turbo and Direct-Injection Maintenance (2013–2022)
Small turbocharged engines are sensitive to on-time oil changes with the correct oil specification. The direct-injection 1.4L (153-155 hp) can also build intake-valve carbon over time. Hesitation, misfires or a check-engine light deserve a closer look.
What to do: Favor Encores with regular oil changes using oil that meets GM's specification. - Encore vs. Encore GX and Envista (2013–2022)
This record covers the original 2013-2022 Encore. The Encore GX (2020 and later) is a larger, different vehicle with 1.2L and 1.3L turbo three-cylinder engines, and the Envista (2024 and later) is another separate model. Listings sometimes label an Encore GX simply as 'Encore'.
What to do: Confirm by VIN whether the vehicle is an Encore or an Encore GX before comparing prices or specs.
Recall applicability varies by model year, production date, engine, drivetrain and VIN. Check the VIN for current open recalls and completed remedies.
Buick Encore research: recalls, reliability and buyer's guide