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NEW FOR 2017

- By Derek Price Cargazing.com

The Buick Encore continues to attract new customers to the brand, enticed by the small crossover's unique package of luxury features, efficiency, and safety.

The Encore is offered in five trim levels: Encore (1SB), Encore Convenienc­e (1SD), Encore Sport Touring (1SH), Encore Leather (1SL) and Encore Premium (1SN). All models offer room for five and up to 48.4 cubic feet of storage space, along with a confident, higher driving position.

Standard features include 10 air bags, StabiliTra­k stability enhancemen­t and a 138-horsepower Ecotec 1.4L turbo four-cylinder/six-speed automatic powertrain—rated at 33 mpg on the highway (FWD models)—along with technologi­es such as Buick's voice-activated IntelliLin­k and OnStar 4G LTE connectivi­ty with a Wi-Fi hotspot (includes a threemonth/3GB data trial).

Buick's exclusive QuietTunin­g is also standard and includes Bose Active Noise Cancellati­on technology.

Encore offers available safety features including rear cross traffic alert and side blind zone alert systems with the Convenienc­e Package. Encore Premium models offer front- and rear-park assist, Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning.

• All-new, sculpted frontend appearance with a streamline­d design emphasizin­g redesigned front and rear fascias, a winged grille with a new Buick tri-color insignia, new headlamps and taillamps with LED signature lighting, a new hood and new front fenders

• Updated interior with a cockpit-style design and an emphasis on premium materials, chrome accents and contrast stitching

• Redesigned instrument panel with a new gauge cluster and 4.2-inch-diagonal color driver informatio­n center, center stack intuitive for IntelliLin­k use and a frameless, 8-inch color touch screen

• Available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivi­ty • Push-button start • Keyless unlock via exterior door handles with extended range Remote Keyless Entry and push-button Keyless Start

• Enhanced eight-way-adjustable power driver's seat

• Redesigned 18-inch aluminum wheels

• Exterior colors: Ebony Twilight Metallic, White Frost Metallic and Black Cherry Metallic

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