The 2017 Buick Encore has a curb weight of between 3,237 to 3,358 lbs. This is the weight if the empty vehicle, without passengers or cargo. The gross vehicle weight rating 4,255 to 4,374 lbs., this is the maximum the vehicle can handle with passengers and cargo. The Encore can tow up to 2,000 lbs. But the GVWR should not be exceeded. Going over the GVWR can cause the transmission to overheat and degrade the fluid. This will cause transmission issues such as slipping and hard shifts. Going over the weight rating can put unnecessary strain on the engine causing also, which will limit its service life.
Emily K.
August 29, 2019
The Buick Encore sits comfortably at 3,237 pounds for the front wheel drive version. The all wheel drive is slightly heavier at 3,358 pounds. This difference in weight comes from the additional components required for all wheel drive function.
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