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The rapid growth of the Small SUV segment is one that can’t be ignored and it turns out that the Buick Encore is one vehicle partially responsible for its acceleration. Since 2013, the Encore has sped up the segment’s growth by almost 30 percent and it continues to be a top choice for buyers in the market for a compact crossover across the U.S.

The Encore lineup has been incredibly popular since its arrival just a few years back and we expect its wave of popularity to increase with the debut of a new turbocharged Sport Touring trim level! The popular compact crossover SUV proves that small can be big, with a wealth of appealing features, smart space planning that makes the most of every inch and great fuel economy. Shoppers get more with less in the case of the Buick Encore and this is doubly true for the 2016 model year.

For college grads, school’s not just out for summer, it’s out for good and this major milestone deserves more than your average gift. If you’re looking for a great way to celebrate your son or daughter’s transition into adulthood, why not get them out of their old second-hand car and into a vehicle that’ll better serve their post-collegiate transportation needs? The Buick Encore is just such a vehicle and it’s been named on Autotrader’s list of 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates.

Along with getting a great out-the-door-price, most shoppers also want to purchase vehicles that retain a high percentage of their original MSRP - long after they’re driven off the dealership lot - and vehicles that won’t cost an arm and a leg to repair. If this sounds like the way you think, Kelley Blue Book’s 5-Year Cost to Own Awards are an excellent guide to finding a car that meets your needs. Find out how KBB.com selects winners and see Buick’s honorees.

If you’ve been eyeing the Buick Encore, you are certainly not alone. Turns out the compact SUV is a huge hit, and to meet booming demand for the crossover, Buick is increasing its production by 50 percent! Yea, that’s quite a jump. Encore is distinguished from competitors like the BMW X1, VW Tiguan and Nissan Juke in what Autoblog.com calls “small yet fundamental ways.” And consumers crave it because of the distinctions that separate it from these and other competitors. Read on to learn more.