Header: 2019 Buick Encore Essence FWD Original New Car Price: $31,040 86,274 miles VIN: KL4CJCSM5KB800497 2-Owner Vehicle, Minor Accident Reported
Summary:
This 2019 Buick Encore Essence delivers premium comfort, versatile utility, and impressive efficiency in a compact SUV package. Finished in Winterberry Red Metallic with a Black leather-appointed interior, this Encore offers upscale amenities including heated front seats, power front seating, and Buick Infotainment technology. The vehicle has been regularly serviced throughout its life and most recently received an oil and filter change. Its compact size makes it ideal for city driving while still providing the elevated ride height and practicality SUV buyers demand.
Performance & Efficiency:
- Turbocharged 1.4L VVT DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine
- Electronic 6-Speed Automatic Transmission with Overdrive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Ride and Handling Suspension
- 3.53 Final Drive Axle Ratio
- Fuel economy information not provided in available documents
Detailed Equipment List:
Tech:
- Buick Infotainment System AM/FM Stereo
- SiriusXM Radio
- 6-Speaker Audio System
- OnStar Capability
Safety:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Ride and Handling Suspension
- Recently Serviced
- Tire Pressure Monitoring Features
- Airbags Did Not Deploy During Reported Accident
- No Open Recalls Reported
- No Structural Damage Reported
- No Total Loss Reported
Interior:
- Leather-Appointed Seat Trim
- Heated Driver Seat
- Heated Front Passenger Seat
- 6-Way Power Driver Seat Adjuster
- 6-Way Power Front Passenger Seat Adjuster
- Front Bucket Seats
- Black Interior
Why Buy THIS Vehicle?:
The Encore Essence is Buick's premium compact SUV, offering upscale features that are difficult to find at this price point. This vehicle combines leather-appointed seating, heated front seats, power-adjustable seating, turbocharged performance, and a recent service history. Its attractive Winterberry Red Metallic finish and premium Essence trim make it a strong value for buyers seeking comfort, efficiency, and versatility.
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FAQ:
Q: Has this vehicle been in any accidents?
A: CARFAX reports a minor accident on 11/20/2022 involving another motor vehicle. Functional damage was reported, airbags did not deploy, and no structural damage or total loss was reported.
Q: What warranty is included?
A: The original factory warranty is estimated to have expired. Please contact the dealership regarding available vehicle service contract options.
Q: Are there any open recalls?
A: No open recalls have been reported by CARFAX.
Q: How many previous owners has this vehicle had?
A: CARFAX reports 2 previous owners, including a rental owner followed by a personal owner.
Disclosures:
Prices on vehicles include freight and destination charges (applies to new vehicles only), as well as an $800 Dealer Processing Charge (Not Required By Law). Call or text Paul for more info: 240-731-0977
Used 2019 BuickEncore Essence
- Exterior Color
- Winterberry Red
- Interior Color
- Ebony
- Odometer
- 86,274 miles
- Body/Seating
- SUV/5 seats
- Seats
- 5 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 25/30 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic Electronic with Overdrive
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- Engine
- I-4 cyl
- VIN
- KL4CJCSM5KB800497
- Stock Number
- V26129A
Highlighted Features
- Leather upholstery
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Split folding rear seat
- Memory seat
- Heated front seats
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Remote keyless entry
Included Packages & Accessories
- 6 Speakers
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Radio data system
- Air Conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Front dual zone A/C
- Rear window defroster
- Memory seat
- Power driver seat
- Power steering
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Ride & Handling Suspension
- Speed-sensing steering
- Traction control
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- ABS brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Emergency communication system: OnStar and Buick connected services capable
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Knee airbag
- Low tire pressure warning
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Rear side impact airbag
- Power Tilt-Sliding Moonroof
- Brake assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear
- Delay-off headlights
- Front fog lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Speed control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Front License Plate Bracket
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Roof rack: rails only
- Spoiler
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror
- Compass
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front reading lights
- Garage door transmitter
- Heated steering wheel
- Illuminated entry
- Outside temperature display
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Rear seat center armrest
- Tachometer
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trip computer
- Driver's Seat Mounted Armrest
- Heated front seats
- Leather-Appointed Seat Trim
- Power passenger seat
- Split folding rear seat
- Passenger door bin
- 18" Aluminum Wheels
- Alloy wheels
- Rear window wiper
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 3.53 Final Drive Axle Ratio
- Dial the Dealer Direct ...Call Paul or text 240-731-0977
- Best Family Car
- Close to Reagan National Airport DCA
- Preferred Washington Volvo and VW Dealer
- Silver Spring Washington DC Rockville Kensington Dealer
- DC Destination Vacation Dealer
- Prices on vehicles include freight and destination charges (applies to new vehicles only)
- as well as an $800 Dealer Processing Charge (Not Required By Law).
- Preferred Equipment Group 1SL
- 6-Speaker Audio System
- Radio: Buick Infotainment System AM/FM Stereo
- SiriusXM Radio
- 6-Way Power Front Passenger Seat Adjuster
- 6-Way Power Driver Seat Adjuster
- Front Bucket Seats
- Heated Driver & Front Passenger Seats
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: OnStar and Buick connected services capable
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Garage door transmitter
- Heated steering wheel
- Illuminated entry
- Memory seat
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear beverage holders
- Remote engine start: keyfob
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 215/55HR18.0
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Power steering
- Rear tires: 215/55HR18.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Wheel size: 18"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Primary LCD size: 8.0"
- Radio data system
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Turn-by-turn navigation directions: OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Driver seat mounted armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Leather upholstery
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power 2-way passenger lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Power passenger seat
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: intercooled turbo
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 1.4
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 25mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 27mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 30mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 14.0gal.
- Manual-shift auto
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Sequential multi-point fuel injection
- Transmission: 6 speed automatic
- Variable valve control
- Ground clearance (min): 157mm (6.2")
- Bumpers: body-color
- Cargo: liftgate
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Spoiler
- Tailpipe finisher: chrome
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Two-tone paint
- Compression ratio: 9.50 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,468kg (3,237lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 72.5mm x 82.6mm (2.85" x 3.25")
- Engine displacement: 1.4 L
- Exterior body width: 1,781mm (70.1")
- Exterior height: 1,657mm (65.3")
- Exterior length: 4,276mm (168.4")
- Front headroom: 1,006mm (39.6")
- Front hiproom: 1,313mm (51.7")
- Front legroom: 1,036mm (40.8")
- Front shoulder room: 1,377mm (54.2")
- GVWR: 1,930kg (4,255lbs)
- Interior cargo volume: 532 L (19 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 1,371 L (48 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 986mm (38.8")
- Rear hiproom: 1,273mm (50.1")
- Rear legroom: 909mm (35.8")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,334mm (52.5")
- Turning radius: 5.6m (18.3')
- Wheelbase: 2,555mm (100.6")
- Appearance: analog
- Blind spot: Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert warning
- Compass
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Rear collision: Cross Traffic Alert warning
- Rear side impact airbag
- Security system
- Tracker system: OnStar Directions & Connections
- Traction control
Standard Features
- Heated Driver & Front Passenger Seats
- 6-Way Power Driver Seat Adjuster
- 6-Way Power Front Passenger Seat Adjuster
- 6-Speaker Audio System
- SiriusXM Radio
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 4.0
Comfortable, but get extended warranty
By JL 91 Cadillac on 7/4/2026 9:55:16 PM
Our 2018 Buick Encore Preferred 2 is a very nice riding quiet vehicle. It was purchased used to replace a GMC Envoy which we really loved, but the rust issues were becoming severe. This vehicle was the affordable option with very low miles .All things considered it has held up well, no major issues. A problem spot is the module for the AWD which seems to need to be replaced yearly. It is covered by the warranty so I think we will only keep it as long as the warranty is in effect. Both rear springs needed to be replaced this year, at 50K miles as they cracked and broke. It is very light, so it can be challenging in the snow and bad weather ( Is a little better with the new Michelin tires, but you still need to be careful). All in all, it is doing what we need it to do, at a price we could afford, but at the end of the warranty we will be looking to replace it with a heavier vehicle (like a pre-owned GMC Acadia or a Buick Envision AWD). We received a notice from GM that they would replace the turbo if it goes bad, as an as-needed recall,but so far we are doing ok with it, but we do allow it to cool down for a few minutes before we turn the engine off. We change the oil and do the maintence through the dealer, oil changes are at 3K miles so that might be helping it. - 4.0
Starts falling apart at about 50,000 miles
By Natchomoma on 6/12/2026 10:55:52 AM
Extended warranty is highly recommended because you will have several costly repairs in your future. - 4.0
Practical pick!
By Normal person on 5/15/2026 11:45:31 AM
Hi I’m writing this review to give some honest insight. I’m a college student and I live about 130 miles from home and do the drive often. My car is a 2015 with what I would consider high mileage. I love the interior and it has the perfect amount of space for me to pack up and take on weekend trips. Realistically, I have to do regular maintenance fixes(brakes, oil, tires) and have had a few “real issues”. I have had to do a $1,000 fix of the intake manifold and $500 suspension fix. My check engine light sometimes turns on even when my car has no symptoms and then turns itself off within a few days. I also have noticed that you can hear a lot of road noise from inside the vehicle. Other than that, it drives well and I really love it.