Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"It handles very well, but acceleration can be a bit sluggish on the highway."
Barbara A., IA (2018 Buick Encore)"It is a Turbo so I like the power and response."
Margaret C., IL (2018 Buick Encore)"Very responsive, handles nice, and smooth ride."
Ryan L., NC (2018 Buick Encore)"acceleration is slow"
Anonymous, CA (2018 Buick Encore)"the handling is great but the acceleration could use more power"
Anonymous, CA (2018 Buick Encore)"It feels like a bumpy ride, you feel every bump in the road"
Bonnie L., AZ (2018 Buick Encore)"Handles well, easy to maneuver"
Paul B., NC (2018 Buick Encore)"Often reports find the Encore to be under powered. I do not. I am pleased with the acceleration and shifting. Seem very spirited for my needs."
Willard H., PA (2018 Buick Encore)"handling is pretty good - acceleration, not so much"
Gary G., WA (2018 Buick Encore)"This car has a great smooth powerful engine and the car being a smaller suv handles just great for whatever driving needs."
John S., OH (2018 Buick Encore)
"Engine shutdown while stopped is annoying at times. It works well, but the on and off is a strange feeling."
Anonymous, OH (2018 Buick Encore)