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2018 Buick Encore Engines

What kind of engine is in a 2018 Buick Encore?

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2018 Buick Encore Engine Options

U14NFT (LUV) Turbo LE2

U14NFT (LUV) Turbo

Engine manufacturer  –  General Motors

Not always the company that makes the car is the manufacturer of its engine. Some powertrains are produced in cooperation with other companies, and some may be borrowed from other automakers.

Engine family  –  Family 0

The same engine family includes engines that are similar in design and performance. Many parts of these powertrains are interchangeable within the same family, so you can borrow some elements from older versions of your engine.

Engine series  –  Generation 3

The engine series is used to classify the motor more conveniently. Often the series includes the volume or the presence of additional equipment, such as a turbo.

Oil capacity  –  4.2 quarts

Engine oil performs several important functions: it softens friction between engine components and protects the engine from overheating. Make sure that the oil level does not fall below the minimum and change it in time - and then the engine will serve you for a long time!

Oil viscosity  –  5W-30 Amazon

Oil viscosity indicates how well a given fluid will perform at different temperatures. Make sure you fill your engine with the oil that will perform well in the climate zone in which you are located.

Oil Drain Plug Torque  –  10 lb-ft

Do not apply too much force when tightening the oil plug - you could deform or damage it, resulting in oil leakage and other unpleasant consequences.

Coolant capacity  –  7.7 quarts

Keep an eye on the amount of coolant in the engine - it should always be at the level recommended by the manufacturer - this will protect the car from overheating.

Battery size  –  47H5, H5-AGM

Your car has a limited amount of space reserved for the battery. When making a purchase, make sure the new battery will fit in there and not be too big or too small.

Other cars with this engine

LE2

Engine manufacturer  –  General Motors

Not always the company that makes the car is the manufacturer of its engine. Some powertrains are produced in cooperation with other companies, and some may be borrowed from other automakers.

Engine family  –  GM Small Gasoline Engine

The same engine family includes engines that are similar in design and performance. Many parts of these powertrains are interchangeable within the same family, so you can borrow some elements from older versions of your engine.

Engine series  –  1.4

The engine series is used to classify the motor more conveniently. Often the series includes the volume or the presence of additional equipment, such as a turbo.

Oil capacity  –  4.2 quarts

Engine oil performs several important functions: it softens friction between engine components and protects the engine from overheating. Make sure that the oil level does not fall below the minimum and change it in time - and then the engine will serve you for a long time!

Oil viscosity  –  0W-20 Amazon

Oil viscosity indicates how well a given fluid will perform at different temperatures. Make sure you fill your engine with the oil that will perform well in the climate zone in which you are located.

Oil Drain Plug Torque  –  18 lb-ft

Do not apply too much force when tightening the oil plug - you could deform or damage it, resulting in oil leakage and other unpleasant consequences.

Coolant capacity  –  7.7 quarts

Keep an eye on the amount of coolant in the engine - it should always be at the level recommended by the manufacturer - this will protect the car from overheating.

Battery size  –  47H5, H5-AGM

Your car has a limited amount of space reserved for the battery. When making a purchase, make sure the new battery will fit in there and not be too big or too small.

Other cars with this engine

2018 Buick Encore Trims

Base Front-wheel Drive

Engine - 1.4L I-4

It is the same for all trims.

It is a mechanism that converts energy into the mechanical work required to propel a vehicle.

Engine valvetrain - no data

It is a mechanical system that controls the intake and exhaust valves in an internal combustion engine.

Horsepower - 138 hp

It is the same for all trims.

It is the metric used to indicate the power produced by a Buick Encore engine, it means the power of your car.

Horsepower rpm - 4,900

It is the same for all trims.

It is a parameter that shows the number of engine crankshaft revolutions at which the maximum power (number of horsepower) is reached.

Torque - 148 Lb-Ft

It is the same for all trims.

Torque, simply, is the ability of a vehicle to perform work.

Torque rpm - 1,850

It is the same for all trims.

It is a parameter that shows the number of engine crankshaft revolutions at which the maximum torque is reached.

0-60mph 0-100kmh s - 9.8 sec

This parameter shows how long it takes to accelerate the vehicle from a standing position to 60 mph (equalling 100 km/h).

1/4 mile time - 16.8 sec

It is a time it takes a Buick Encore to travel a 1/4 mile.

1/4mile speed - 78 mph

It is the maximum speed the Buick Encore can reach in a 1/4 mile test.

Fuel economy city - 25 mpg

This parameter shows the distance, measured in miles, that a car can travel per gallon of fuel in city traffic.

Fuel economy highway - 33 mpg

This parameter shows the distance, measured in miles, that a car can travel per gallon of fuel on a highway.

Preferred Front-wheel Drive

Preferred All-wheel Drive

Sport Touring Front-wheel Drive

Sport Touring All-wheel Drive

Preferred II Front-wheel Drive

Preferred II All-wheel Drive

Essence Front-wheel Drive

Essence All-wheel Drive

Premium Front-wheel Drive

Premium All-wheel Drive

Determining 2018 Buick Encore engine size for all years and trim levels

Are you willing to get a hold of a 2018 Encore, but which of the Buick engines is the best to get? Out of several features and different versions to pick from, our engine chart will help you decide on the ideal Buick engine in the Encore lineup if you wish a lot more horsepower, torque, towing capacity, or more efficient gas economy. Just how long do 2018 Buick Encore engines function? What engines completely complement the Encore? What engines are interchangeable? Which are the options for an upgrade of the factory settings?

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