Where there's room on price
42
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 43 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 4% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price report
2018 Buick Encore Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$10,850
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$3,500$19,995
- Typical market range
- $9,098–$13,477
- Typical asking price
- $10,850
- Original MSRP range
- $22,990–$32,100
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
6 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
43
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Buick Encore.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$23,552–$24,576
Estimated dealer invoice — about $25,600 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred II | $10,082 | $26,900 | $24,748–$25,824 |
| Sport Touring | $10,314 | $25,600 | $23,552–$24,576 |
| Preferred | $10,830 | $25,900 | $23,828–$24,864 |
| Essence | $11,489 | $30,600 | $28,152–$29,376 |
| Premium | $14,185 | $32,100 | $29,532–$30,816 |
| encore | — | $22,990 | $21,151–$22,070 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$8,321$21,091$33,861
Typical askingPreferred II
$10,082
Preferred II: typical asking price $10,082, original MSRP $26,900, estimated dealer cost $24,748 to $25,824.
Sport Touring
$10,314
Sport Touring: typical asking price $10,314, original MSRP $25,600, estimated dealer cost $23,552 to $24,576.
Preferred
$10,830
Preferred: typical asking price $10,830, original MSRP $25,900, estimated dealer cost $23,828 to $24,864.
Essence
$11,489
Essence: typical asking price $11,489, original MSRP $30,600, estimated dealer cost $28,152 to $29,376.
Premium
$14,185
Premium: typical asking price $14,185, original MSRP $32,100, estimated dealer cost $29,532 to $30,816.
encore
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encore: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $22,990, estimated dealer cost $21,151 to $22,070.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Buick Encore runs about $11,161 in MT to $12,595 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $787 | $110+ | $11,747 |
| TX | $678 | $332 | $11,860 |
| FL | $651 | $1,074+ | $12,575 |
| NY | $434 | $371 | $11,655 |
| PA | $651 | $587 | $12,088 |
| IL | $678 | $683 | $12,211 |
| OH | $624 | $444 | $11,918 |
| GA | $760 | $637 | $12,247 |
| NC | $326 | $793 | $11,969 |
| WA | $705 | $215+ | $11,770 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $11,375 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
27
MPG city
33
MPG highway
30
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2018 Buick Encore configuration (Regular).
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2018 Buick Encore?
Used 2018 Buick Encore listings ask about $10,850 at typical mileage, with most listings between $9,098 and $13,477. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2018 Buick Encore cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $25,600, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $14,750 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Buick Encore?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $11,161 in MT to $12,595 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Buick Encore?
There are about 43 days of national market supply for the 2018 Buick Encore — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Buick Encore.
Is the listed price on a 2018 Buick Encore fair?
Not always. 2018 Buick Encore listings typically ask about $11,277, roughly 4% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $10,850. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Buick Encore?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $23,552–$24,576 — its $25,600 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/29/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.