2026 · Small SUV · Gas / Flex-fuel
2026 Buick Encore MPG & fuel economy
The 2026 Buick Encore is a small SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 30 MPG combined (30 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2025 model. Among 114 small SUVs rated for 2026, it ranks 53rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,550 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2026 Buick Encore's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 12.8 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 30 | 12.8 | 7.8 |
| Highway | 31 | 13.2 | 7.6 |
| Combined | 30 | 12.8 | 7.8 |
How it ranks among 2026 Small SUVs
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Encore MPG across model years
Full history →3 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.2L 3-cyl turbo · CVT Encore GX FWD FFV |
Flex-fuel | 30 MPG | 31 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $1,550 |
| FWD · 1.3L 3-cyl turbo · CVT Encore GX FWD |
Gas | 29 MPG | 31 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $1,550 |
| AWD · 1.3L 3-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic Encore GX AWD |
Gas | 26 MPG | 28 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $1,722 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline or E85
- Engine / motor
- 1.2L 3-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 297 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 6/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
2026 Buick Encore vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Buick Encore?
Up to 30 MPG combined (30 city / 31 highway).
What fuel does the 2026 Buick Encore use?
Regular gasoline or E85.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2026 Buick Encore?
The 2026 Buick Encore's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 12.8 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Buick Encore per year?
About $1,550 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.33 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.