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2013-2022 Buick Encore MPG & Fuel Cost
10 model years · 25–31 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2022. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2013-2022 Buick Encore at a glance
The 2013-2022 Buick Encore covers 10 model years in the EPA database (39 configurations in all), rated 25–31 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2022, costs about $2,170 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo FWD (30 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022; 2014 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 31 MPG, was reached in 2020 and 2021.
2013-2022 Buick Encore by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Gas | 26–30 MPG | $2,170–$2,510 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas | 26–31 MPG | $2,130–$2,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 26–31 MPG | $2,130–$2,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 26–28 MPG | $2,300–$2,540 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 27–30 MPG | $2,190–$2,470 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 27–30 MPG | $2,190–$2,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 26–30 MPG | $2,190–$2,510 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 26–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,510 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 25–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,580 | Same EPA ratings as 2013 |
| 2013 | Gas | 25–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,580 | First year |
What the 2022 GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$181
$2,170 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.62
Per 100 miles
$14.47
Five years
$10,850
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$560less a year
Class median $2,730 a year, MY2022
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2022 Buick Encore MPG
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration moves from 31 to 30 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,130 to $2,170, $40 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 31 | 30 | $2,170 |
| GX 1.3L 3-cyl turbo FWD | 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 32 | 30 | $2,190 |
| GX 1.3L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 29 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
2021 Buick Encore MPG
26–31 MPG · $2,130–$2,520/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,130.
Gas configurations (7)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX 1.3L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 32 | 31 | $2,130 |
| GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 31 | 29 | $2,220 |
| GX 1.3L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 29 | 28 | $2,370 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,390 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,480 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,520 |
2020 Buick Encore MPG
26–31 MPG · $2,130–$2,520/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 31 MPG, up 3. Its annual cost goes from $2,300 to $2,130, $170 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX 1.3L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 32 | 31 | $2,130 |
| GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 30 | 28 | $2,340 |
| GX 1.3L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 29 | 28 | $2,370 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,520 |
2019 Buick Encore MPG
26–28 MPG · $2,300–$2,540/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration moves from 30 to 28 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,190 to $2,300, $110 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,300 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,430 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,540 |
2018 Buick Encore MPG
27–30 MPG · $2,190–$2,470/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 30 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,190.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 33 | 30 | $2,190 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,310 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,350 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 24 | 30 | 27 | $2,470 |
2017 Buick Encore MPG
27–30 MPG · $2,190–$2,460/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 30 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,190.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 33 | 30 | $2,190 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,310 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,310 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 24 | 30 | 27 | $2,460 |
2016 Buick Encore MPG
26–30 MPG · $2,190–$2,510/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 30 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,330 to $2,190, $140 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 33 | 30 | $2,190 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,310 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
2015 Buick Encore MPG
26–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,510/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
2014 Buick Encore MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2013
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2014 Buick Encore as for the 2013 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2013 section above.See 2013
2013 Buick Encore MPG
25–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,580/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Encore 1.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,580 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo FWD: $2,960 in California and $1,900 in Texas, a $1,060 difference.
- California $2,960
- Washington $2,740
- New York $2,170
- Florida $2,050
- Texas $1,900
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2022 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2013-2022 (Gamma II)
- 2023-2026
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2013-2022 Buick Encore get?
EPA rates the 2013-2022 Buick Encore at 25–31 MPG combined across 39 configurations and 10 model years. The most efficient version, the 2021 GX 1.3L 3-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 31 MPG (30 city, 32 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2013-2022 Buick Encore?
The GX 1.3L 3-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 31 MPG, in 2020 and 2021. The lowest top rating, 28 MPG, was in 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2019.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2013-2022 Buick Encore?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. In 2014 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Buick Encore per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,170 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $2,170–$2,510 a year. That is a $340 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2022 Buick Encore 100 miles?
About $14.47 per 100 miles for the GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $14.47 and $16.73 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2022 Buick Encore more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo FWD is rated 29 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 2 MPG.
How does the 2022 Buick Encore compare with other small SUV configurations?
The GX 1.2L 3-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,170 a year to fuel, $560 less than the class median of $2,730, and less than 8 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 287 rated small SUV configurations for MY2022, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2022 Buick Encore different from the 2021 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 31 to 30 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,130 to $2,170, $40 more. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2022 against 7 configurations for 2021. See the 2021 Buick Encore for that year.