2018 Buick Encore Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Buick Encore oil type depends on the engine: the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 0W-20 (4.23 quarts with filter); the 1.4L takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Base takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Preferred, AWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter); the Preferred, FWD takes 5W-30 (4.25 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 0W-20, 4.23 quarts with filter
- 1.4L: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Base: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Preferred, AWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
- Preferred, FWD: 5W-30, 4.25 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LE2 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 4.23 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. |
| 1.4L — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Base — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Preferred, AWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Preferred, FWD — Eng CD LUV | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.25 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
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More specs & repair guides for your Encore
2018 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 2018 Buick Encore take?
It depends on the engine: 1.4L uses 5W-30; 1.4L uses 5W-30; 1.4L uses 5W-30; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 5W-30; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 5W-30; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 5W-30; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 5W-30; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 0W-20; 1.4L uses 5W-30; Base uses 5W-30; Preferred, AWD uses 5W-30; Preferred, FWD uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2018 Buick Encore take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.23 quarts with filter; 1.4L holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Base holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Preferred, AWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter; Preferred, FWD holds 4.25 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Buick Encore?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Buick Encore. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.