2016 Buick Encore 1SL

2016 Buick Encore 1SL — factory-equipped features

Powertrain and chassis
- 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder ECOTEC engine, factory-rated at approximately 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque.
- 6-speed automatic transmission.
- Front-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive was offered as an available factory option.
- Independent suspension with standard anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic traction/stability control (GM StabiliTrak).

Exterior
- 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels as the standard wheel size.
- Body-color door handles and mirrors (power-adjustable).
- Halogen projector headlights with integrated turn signals (fog lamps may be optional or part of packages).
- Roofline and body dimensions designed for a compact crossover footprint with a rear liftgate for cargo access.

Interior and comfort
- Seating for five with cloth upholstery as the factory default material on this trim.
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat to expand cargo capacity.
- Manually adjustable front seats with driver seat height adjustment (power adjustments available on higher trims/options).
- Tilt-and-telescoping steering column.
- Manual single-zone air conditioning with front vents and rear passenger airflow.
- Power windows (including driver’s one-touch up/down) and power door locks.
- Remote keyless entry.

Infotainment and connectivity
- Buick IntelliLink infotainment interface with a color display (commonly a 7-inch display on this model year).
- Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming for phone integration.
- USB port and auxiliary audio input for device connectivity and charging.
- AM/FM stereo with a multi-speaker audio system; satellite radio (SiriusXM) and other audio upgrades available as options or in packages.
- Steering-wheel-mounted audio and phone controls for convenience and safer operation while driving.
- OnStar services and connectivity features were available from the factory, with options including enhanced service plans and an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.

Safety and driver aids
- Standard passive and active safety gear including front-impact airbags, front-seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and head-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard occupants.
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
- Electronic stability control (StabiliTrak) and traction control.
- Rear vision camera was available and may have been included depending on factory options or packages; several other driver-assist features could be added through factory packages.

Utility and convenience
- Split-folding rear seat for flexible cargo/passenger configurations.
- Multiple storage compartments, cupholders, and a center console with armrest.
- Keyless entry remote and integrated theft-deterrent system.

Notes
- The 1SL is positioned as an entry-level trim in the 2016 Encore lineup; certain convenience, comfort, and technology items could be added at the factory as part of option packages or dealer-installed equipment. Availability of AWD, upgraded audio, navigation, OnStar packages, heated seats, remote start, and other features depends on the specific vehicle build and options ordered from the factory.