2016 Buick Encore Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 9 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: First generation.
- Length168.4 in
- Width69.9 in
- Height65.3 in
- Wheelbase100.6 in
- Ground clearance6.2 in
- Curb weight3,237 lb – 3,358 lb
- Length168.4 in
- Height65.3 in
- Wheelbase100.6 in
- Ground clearance6.2 in
- Curb weight3,237 lb – 3,358 lb
- Width69.9 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2016 Buick Encore
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 168.4 in · 69.9 in · 65.3 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x105, bore 56.5 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P215/55HR18.0 BSW AS, 205/70R16, 215/55R18, 215/60R17. Tire sizes
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Exterior dimensions
| Length | 168.4 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 69.9 in |
| Height | 65.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.6 in |
| Ground clearance | 6.2 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 40.0 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 39.0 in |
| Front legroom | 40.8 in |
| Rear legroom | 35.8 in |
| Front shoulder room | 54.0 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.0 in |
| Front hip room | 52.0 in |
| Rear hip room | 50.0 in |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,237 lb – 3,358 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 4,255 lb – 4,374 lb |
| Fuel tank | 14.0 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 1,000 lb |
Engine
- 1877 1912
| Torque | 148 – 177 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P215/55HR18.0 BSW AS
- 205/70R16
- 215/55R18
- 215/60R17
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver26"
- Passenger13"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 47H5
- H5-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.2 qt
- 5W-304.2 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (9 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base All-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3358 |
| Base Front-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3237 |
| Convenience All-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3358 |
| Convenience Front-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3237 |
| Leather All-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3358 |
| Leather Front-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3237 |
| Premium Front-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3237 |
| Sport Touring All-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3358 |
| Sport Touring Front-wheel Drive | 168.4 | 69.9 | 65.3 | 100.6 | 6.2 | 3237 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (First generation): years 2013–2016. View model overview