Used 2019 Buick Encore
- Price: $15,095
- Mileage: 111,949 miles
- Location: Monroeville, PA
- VIN: KL4CJASB6KB880069
Used 2019 Buick Encore for sale in Monroeville, PA — $15,095, 111,949 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 2019 Buick Encore
2019 Buick Encore at a glance
The 2019 Encore is a carryover with the 138-hp or 153-hp 1.4L turbo, 6-speed automatic and FWD or AWD; EPA lists FWD versions around 25-26 mpg city and 30-31 highway. Some 2019-2020 Encores are in a recall to inspect the transmission's stop-start accumulator bolts, so check the VIN. It was the Encore's best U.S. sales year.
- 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
- Some vehicles in transmission stop start accumulator recall
What to inspect: Open recalls by VIN; Exact engine resolution by VIN; Stop start accumulator recall completion; 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 2019 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. - Transmission Stop/Start Accumulator Recall (2019-2020) (2019–2020)
Recall 20V-668 includes certain 2019-2020 Encores: the transmission's stop/start accumulator end cap may be missing bolts, which can leak transmission fluid. Dealers inspect and replace the accumulator if needed, at no charge.
What to do: Confirm the accumulator recall is complete on an affected 2019-2020 Encore. - 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