2016 Buick Encore Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Buick Encore oil type depends on the engine: the Base, AWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Base, FWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Convenience, AWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Convenience, FWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Leather, AWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Leather, FWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Premium, AWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Premium, FWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Sport Touring, AWD takes 5W-30 (4.2 quarts with filter); the Sport Touring, FWD takes 5W-30 (4.2 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, AWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Base, FWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Convenience, AWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Convenience, FWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Leather, AWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Leather, FWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Premium, AWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Premium, FWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Sport Touring, AWD: 5W-30, 4.2 quarts with filter
- Sport Touring, FWD: 5W-30, 4.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, AWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Base, FWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Convenience, AWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Convenience, FWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Leather, AWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Leather, FWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Premium, AWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Premium, FWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Sport Touring, AWD — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.20 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Sport Touring, FWD — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.20 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Encore
2016 Buick Encore factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.77 quarts (7.35 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Buick Encore take?
It depends on the engine: Base, AWD uses 5W-30; Base, FWD uses 5W-30; Convenience, AWD uses 5W-30; Convenience, FWD uses 5W-30; Leather, AWD uses 5W-30; Leather, FWD uses 5W-30; Premium, AWD uses 5W-30; Premium, FWD uses 5W-30; Sport Touring, AWD uses 5W-30; Sport Touring, FWD uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2016 Buick Encore take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, AWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Base, FWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Convenience, AWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Convenience, FWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Leather, AWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Leather, FWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Premium, AWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Premium, FWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Sport Touring, AWD holds 4.2 quarts with filter; Sport Touring, FWD holds 4.2 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Buick Encore?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Buick Encore. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.