Used 2017 BuickEncore Essence

2017 Buick Encore Essence FWD (FrontWheel Drive) trim a compact crossover that blends premium touches with practical everyday usability.What makes the Essence trim stand outThe Essence is one of the higher trims in the 2017 Encore lineup, giving you a mix of refinement and tech upgrades. For the FWD version it carried an MSRP around $29,065.JB Car Pages+2Cars.com+2Standard features include leathertrimmed upholstery, heated front seats, a heated leatherwrapped steering wheel, power front seats, and dualzone automatic climate control.Kbb.com+2JB Car Pages+2It also benefits from Buicks QuietTuning cabin design with acoustic enhancements and active noise cancellation to deliver a quieter ride than many subcompact crossovers.Kbb.com+1The Essence gets 18inch wheels and often LEDaccented headlights/taillights which elevate the appearance.Kbb.comPerformance & EfficiencyFor the FWD Essence, the base engine is a 1.4liter turbocharged 4cylinder. Depending on specification it produces either around 138hp and 148lbft of torque or the upgraded version around 153hp and 177lbft.JB Car Pages+2Kbb.com+2Paired with a 6speed automatic transmission and frontwheel drive, it offers smooth everyday performance with decent responsiveness.Fueleconomy wise: For the FWD version the city/highway estimate is 25/33 mpg.Edmunds+2Kbb.com+2Interior & ComfortSeating for 5 in a compact footprint: front headroom 39.6inches, front legroom 40.8inches; rear head/legroom slightly less (rear legroom 35.735.8inches)JB Car Pages+1Cargo capacity behind the rear seats is 18.8cuft; fold the rear seats and you can get up to 48.4cuft of maximum space.buick.comTechnology features include an 8inch touchscreen (with Buick IntelliLink), Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, 6speaker audio system, USB/aux inputs.CarGurus+1Convenience touches: pushbutton start, remote start (on some Essence models), autodimming rearview mirror, leather steering wheel with audio/phone controls, heated steering wheel.Kbb.com+1Highlights youll appreciatePremium feel in a compact package: You get many of the upscale touches (heated leather, power seats, premium wheels) that smaller SUVs often skip.Efficient yet capable: The turbo engine gives you respectable punch for daily driving, while still delivering good fuel economy.Quiet cabin: The QuietTuning and active noise cancellation are nice extras to make the ride more refined than youd expect in this class.Cityfriendly size: With an overall length of 168.4inches ( 14ft), its easy to maneuver and park in tighter spaces.Kbb.com+1