2015 Buick Encore

The 2015 Buick Encore Convenience FWD with a 1.4L engine was a subcompact luxury SUV that aimed to offer premium features and a quiet ride in a small, city-friendly package. The Convenience trim was a popular mid-level option, adding desirable features over the base model.Powertrain and Performance:Engine: 1.4-liter ECOTEC turbocharged inline-4 cylinder.Horsepower: 138 hp @ 4,900 rpm.Torque: 148 lb-ft @ 1,850 rpm.Transmission: 6-speed automatic.Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD). This configuration prioritizes fuel efficiency.Fuel Economy (EPA estimated): Around 25 MPG city / 33 MPG highway / 28 MPG combined. These were good figures for an SUV of its class at the time.Towing Capacity: Limited, typically around 1,000 lbs or less, as it was not designed for significant towing.Exterior Features:18-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels (standard for Convenience trim).Automatic halogen projector-beam headlamps.Fog lamps.Body-color heated power-adjustable outside mirrors.Roof-mounted luggage rack side rails.Acoustic laminated windshield and front side glass for a quieter cabin.Signature Buick waterfall grille.Interior Features:Cloth and Leatherette seating surfaces.6-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar.Manual 6-way adjustable front passenger seat.Dual-zone automatic climate control.Leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted audio and cruise controls.Ice Blue ambient interior lighting.QuietTuning technology: Buick's approach to reducing, blocking, and absorbing unwanted noise (including triple door seals, acoustic laminated glass, and active noise cancellation).Fold-flat front passenger seat for increased cargo versatility.Power windows with driver and front passenger express-up/down.Rearview camera.Technology and Infotainment:Buick IntelliLink infotainment system with a 7-inch diagonal color touchscreen.AM/FM/SiriusXM Satellite Radio (with a trial subscription) with CD player.Bluetooth streaming audio for music and phone.USB port and auxiliary input jack.OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot capability (with a trial subscription).Rearview camera display integrated into the IntelliLink screen.Safety Features:Rearview camera.Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (often standard on Convenience).Side Blind Zone Alert (often standard on Convenience).StabiliTrak electronic stability control system with traction control.Anti-lock brakes (ABS).10 airbags (including front, side-impact, side-curtain, and knee airbags for driver and front passenger).Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).OnStar Basic Plan for 5 years (included services like Advanced Diagnostics, Dealer Maintenance Notification, and vehicle issues alerts).Overall:The 2015 Buick Encore Convenience FWD with the 1.4L engine aimed to provide a premium, quiet, and fuel-efficient experience in a compact footprint. The 1.4L turbocharged engine offered adequate power for city driving and highway cruising, focusing more on efficiency. The ''Convenience'' trim significantly enhanced the base model with features like dual-zone climate control, power driver's seat, and key safety features like Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert. Its small size made it easy to maneuver and park, while its luxurious touches and QuietTuning technology provided a more refined cabin environment than many competitors in its class.