2013 Buick Encore

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Buick Encore | Buick Encore is a great-looking, smart choice for Those who crossover want luxury amenities in a more maneuverable and agile vehicle," said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of Buick Marketing. Buick introduced the all-new 2013 Encore - a small luxury crossover delivers That Buick's signature style, interior refinement and acoustic collection of luxury amenities in a maneuverable, versatile and efficient package. With room for five and up to 48.4 cubic feet (1.372 liters) of storage space with the rear seat folded, the Buick Encore offers substantial cargo capacity along with the confident, higher driving position, all-wheel-drive capability and contemporary styling of a crossover.

A Hydra-Matic 6T40 six-speed automatic transmission 1.4L Ecotec Backs the turbo engine. This design enables a shorter overall vehicle length, Increased interior space, enhanced safety and lower weight crush zones. This allows the Buick Encore to Achieve robust acceleration, as well as fuel efficiency and lower engine noise at highway cruising speeds. A neutral-gear disengagement feature helps enhance smoothness and efficiency.

The new Buick Encore is built on a global small-crossover platform and engineered with a "one-tire" philosophy. The Buick Encore's 100.6-inch (2.555 mm) wheelbase and wide stance - 60.6-inch (1.540 mm) front and rear tracks - Contribute to a more confident-feeling driving experience, while a strong structure enables the Greater suspension precision and a quieter ride. The Buick Encore also features a column-mounted, variable-effort electric power steering system.

The Encore brings Buick's timeless, sculptural design to the crossover segment in a way That blends elegance, efficiency and utility, said David Lyon, executive director of design. Blue-projector-beam headlamps accented and detailed tail lamps enhance the premium appearance; and 18-inch, five-spoke painted aluminum wheels are standard. Seven-spoke chrome wheels are available. Inside, the Buick Encore's organic styling carries over to a flowing instrument panel wraps That naturally into the door panels. A prominent central instrument panel houses the large, full-color, seven-inch LCD display for the IntelliLink radio voice-activated system. Premium seats featuring high-density foam for comfort on long drives Greater are trimmed with either a contemporary cloth / leatherette or available leather motif. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are available.