2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
Buick will redesign its popular Encore for 2020, but this 2019 model still provides a lot of value, practicality and refinement for the price.
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2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
In top-line Essence trim with all packages included, the Encore just eclipses $40k.
2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
The LED headlamps and fog lights are standard in top-tier Essence trim, but the 7-spoke chrome alloys are optional.
2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
The nicely organized dash provides a good assortment of premium features and plenty of soft-touch surfaces.
2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
Classic analogue gauges with a reasonable large multi-info display provide good legibility in all lighting conditions.
2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
A nice tablet-style touchscreen provides a comprehensive menu of infotainment features.
2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
Two-tone leather is a no-cost option with the 2019 Encore Essence.
2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
This isn't a CVT, but a much more entertaining 6-speed automatic with manual mode.
2019 Buick Encore Essence AWD
Headroom is over the top generous, and comfort is pretty good for the subcompact SUV class too.