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2013 BU IC K EN CO RE

SALESPERSON REFERENCE GUIDE

For GM salesperson use only. Preliminary inormation displayed and subject to change.All uel economy numbers are estimates. FEBRUARY 15, 2012

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introducing the 2013 Buick Encore Page 2

Key Messages Page 3

Customer Insights Page 4

Styling Page 5

QuietTuning Technology Page 6

Ride and Handling Page 7

Saety Page 8

Connectivity Page 9

Standard and Optional Content Page 10

Wheels and Colors Page 11

Preliminary Specifcations Page 12


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2013 BUICK ENCORE I SALESPERSON REFERENCE GUIDE

PAGE 2For GM salesperson use only. Preliminary inormation displayed and subject to change.

INTRODUCING THE 2013 ENCORE

A THOUGHTFUL TAKE ON LUXURY

Meet Encore. Buicks new luxury small crossover that delivers the brands signature style, interior acoustic refnement andcollection o luxury amenities in a maneuverable, versatile and efcient package.

It will attract younger, progressive-minded buyers who want an Enclave-like design and Buick luxury in a contemporary

package. Thats because with room or fve and up to 48.4 cu. t. o storage space with the rear seat olded, Encore oers

substantial cargo capacity along with the confdent, higher driving position, all-wheel-drive capability and contemporary

styling o a crossover.

Additional eatures include 10 standard air bags and an ECOTEC 1.4L turbo our-cylinder/six-speed automatic powertrain,

along with standard and available technologies, such as Buicks voice-activated IntelliLink, which uses Bluetooth or USB to

connect the drivers smartphone to a high-resolution, ull-color, 7-inch LCD display radio.

And because its a Buick, QuietTuning is standard on the Encore, eaturing the brands frst use o Active Noise

Cancellation technology.Whats more, Encore doesnt have a true competitor, as there are currently no other vehicles with this level o content and

technology in the Luxury Small Crossover segment. (The closest competitors are the BMW X1 and Audi Q3, which arent yet

available in the United States.)

Encore arrives in showrooms in early 2013 just dont expect it to stay there or long.

Buick Encore is a great-looking, smart choice or those who want luxury crossover amenities in a

more maneuverable and agile vehicle. It represents a luxury alternative or a new audience o Buick

customers, and delivers eatures and fexibility not typically ound in vehicles o its size today.

Tony DiSalle, U.S. Vice President o Buick Marketing


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KEY MESSAGES

BUICK ENCORE IS THE FIRST LUXURY CROSSOVER OF ITS SIZE

Luxury has never been oered in such a convenient and efcient package and luxury has never been so portable andversatile. This makes the Buick Encore the perect travel companion or consumers active, spontaneous liestyles. Here are

some key vehicle attributes you can discuss with them.

MANEUVERABILITYNimble/agiledesignforurbandriving

Smooth,condentrideandhandling

AllWheelDrive

FrontandRearParkAssist

Rearviewcamera

ADAPTABILITYGenerous,intuitivestorage

Customizablecargospace

5-passengerseatingcapacity

2ndrowseatsfoldattomaximizeutility

Frontpassengerseatfoldsattoaccommodateoversizedcargo

TECHNOLOGYIntelliLinkpersonalizedconnectivity

ActiveNoiseCancellation/QuietTuning

Bose premium sound system

Heatedsteeringwheel

Rainsensewipers

Cabin-surroundingsafety10standardairbags

LaneDepartureWarningandForwardCollisionAlert


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CUSTOMER INSIGHTS

Encores target prospects are luxury buyers who are open-minded, independent, creative, active and spontaneous.

Their vehicle must resonate with them both on an emotional and rational basis and Encore does just that.Its a resh idea or this consumer a human kind o luxury. Its luxury how they want it to be, not how others say it

should be.

Heres what else you should know about Encore buyers:

Lookingtoshedexcess,right-sizetheirlivesandpossessions

Lookingforapersonal-usevehicleforerrandsandcommutingthatdoesnothaveextra,unusedspace

Lookingforasmallervehiclethatiseasiertomaneuver,getsbettergasmileageandreducestheircostofpurchase

MaybegraduatingfromaminivanorlargerSUVfortheyoungfamilytosomethingmorereasonablysizedand personal

Stillwantpersonalluxuriesintheirvehicle(maybeevenmoresoatthispointintheirlives)

Gravitatetowardcrossovers/SUVsduetoseatheight,cargospace,exibilityandAWDcapability

Predominantlyfemale(around60percent)

Customerswilleitherhavenochildren,orhave1-2childrenwhoareteenagersorolder.Mostwillnothavechildrenofstroller/car seat age


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STYL ING

Encore brings the design language o Buick to the Luxury Small Crossover segment, with styling that is sel-confdent and

owing,seamlesslyblendingaestheticelegancewithutility.

Jewel-like taillamps

Full-color 7-inch LCD display radio

Upscale Fabric w/Leatherette Accent or

Leather-appointed seats

Sot-touch IP and door uppers

Fabric-wrapped A-pillars

Woodgrain trim

Ice Blue ambient lighting

Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Chrome accents

18-inch aluminum wheels

Painted lower panels

Chrome accents

Blue-accented projector beam headlamps

Chrome waterall grille


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QUIETTUNING TECHNOLOGY

Encore is engineered or solitude, thanks to QuietTuning, the process o defning Buick quality, sound and vibration

characteristics. With it, Buick engineers design and refne the vehicle ollowing a three-point strategy o reducing sounds at theirsource, blocking sounds rom entering the cabin and absorbing any remaining sounds.

For the Encore, specifc content was applied to achieve 40 sound benchmarks or refnement, including Buicks frst application o

Active Noise Cancellation. With it, ceiling-mounted microphones detect engine noise, the requencies o which are processed by

a computer that directs counteracting sound waves through the audio systems speakers.

Additional standard QuietTuning eatures include:

REDUCEBodyandsub-framesstructurallytuned

or better isolation

1.4LECOTECTurboengine

ElectricpowersteeringUltra-quietgenerator

Premiumgen2GF66-speedtransmission with neutral geardisengagement

Hydraulicridebushing

Quiet-tuned18"Continentaltires

Flatbladewipers

Outsiderearviewmirrorsdesignedforlow wind noise and shake

BLOCKAcousticlaminatedwindshield

Premiumthickness5.0mmsideglassront and rear doors, 20% thicker than

competitionTripledoorseals

Heavyacousticsoundbarrieronfrontofdashandoor

Premiumfront-of-dashgrommetsand pass-through design blockengine noise

Foambafeinsulationattheopeningso cavities

Extensivesounddeadenerondashandoorsheetmetal

ABSORBHigh-efciencyacousticallytreated

headliner with tuned gap

Three-layerdoorsystemusing

premium acoustic absorption materialPremiumacousticabsorptionmaterial

behind interior trim and instrumentpanel

Premiumhoodblanketanddashabsorber

Acousticabsorptiveenginecover

Absorptivewheelhouseliners

ActiveNoiseCancellation

REDUCE BLOCK ABSORB


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RIDE AND HANDLING

Encore is built on a global small-crossover platorm and

engineeredwithaone-tirephilosophy.Thatmeansthateverythingisoptimizedaroundasingle,18-inch

tire specifcation, designed or more precise suspension

tuning, driving refnement, quietness and a eeling o

control.

The vehicles 100.6-inch wheelbase and wide stance

60.6-inch ront and rear tracks contribute to a more

confdent-eeling driving experience, while a strong

structure enables greater suspension precision and a

quieter ride. A tuned engine, including two hydraulic

engine mounts, is tailored to the engines inherent torque

axis to disrupt the transmission o vibration and noise. Thisconfguration also helps control the transer o momentum, resulting in improved dynamic balance.

AMacPhersonstrutfrontsuspensionisusedwithcoilsprings,alargestabilizerbarandside-load-compensatedfrontstrut

modules. The rear suspension incorporates a compound crank (torsion beam) design, with a double-wall, tubular V-shape beam

profle with gas-charged twin-tube shocks. It combines all the advantages o a conventional torsion beam axle, including minimal

space requirements, with low weight and consistent camber control. Urethane spring isolators are used to reduce noise.

The Encore also eatures a column-mounted, variable-eort electric power steering system. It contributes to a 36.7-oot turning

diameter, while also saving uel compared to an engine-driven power steering pump. Four-wheel disc brakes and StabiliTrak

Electronic Stability Control System are standard.

FEATURE BENEFIT(S)

Variable eort electronic power steering Quiet, light eort or parking, and responsive at highway speeds

Increasedstabilizerbarsize Decreases vehicle roll during cornering

Urethane spring insulators in ront and rear Reduce noise into the driver and passenger compartments

Unique strut and shock valving Tuned specifcally or reducing noise and controlling ride

One-tire chassis Createsavehiclethatisoptimizedforroad,handlingandride characteristics

Hydraulic bushings or control arms Provide good ride, damps suspension and absorbs roadeedback to reduce bouncing

Hydraulic engine mounts Absorb engine vibration so the vehicle occupants do not eel it


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SAFETY

Encore has many technologies to help avoid crashes:

StandardStabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control SystemFour-wheeldiscbrakeswithABSandElectronicBrakeForceDistribution

Corneringbrakecontrolandbrakeassist

Availableall-wheel-drivesystemthatseamlesslyshiftspowertotherearwheelswhenrequiredforbettertractionandhandling

AvailableForwardCollisionAlertandLaneDepartureWarning

AvailableFrontandRearParkAssist

AvailableRearVisionCamera

When it comes to occupant protection, the Encores body structure orms a protective cage around the passenger compartment.

Sixty-three percent o the underbody structure is comprised o high-strength steel, while fty-seven percent o the upper body uses

high-strength or ultra-high-strength steel. That protection is complemented with 10 standard air bags, which include:

Driverandfront-passengerfrontalairbags

Driverandfront-passengerkneeairbags

Frontandrearthoraxairbags(alloutboardpositions)

Sidecurtainairbagsforfrontandrearoutboardpassengers

Encores suite o saety eatures is rounded out with exclusive OnStar technology, which includes the Advanced Crash Response

System, emergency assistance and more.

TEN STANDARD AIR BAGSTen standard air bags help to enhance saety perormance.

Frontal (2)

Head-curtain (2)

Knee (2)

Front seat side-impact (2)

Outboard rear side-impact (2)

Veranoshownforreference.Encorehassimilarlayout.Airbaginationcancausesevereinjuryordeathto anyone too close to the air bag when it deploys. Be sure every occupant is properly restrained.


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CONNECTIVITY

Functionality and inotainment connectivity to portable devices are musts or Encores more youthul prospects and this vehicle

defnitely delivers.

BUICK INTELLILINKThis in-car inotainment package eatures:

StandardBuickIntelliLink:The7"high-resolutionLEDcolorscreen provides easy access to many unctions such as phone,CD, satellite radio and FM radio

StandardVoiceRecognition:AllowsvoicecontrolforAM,FM,SiriusXM, CD, USB, Bluetooth, Pandora and Stitcher

Gracenote: Displays artist, album and genre inormationplayed through USB-linked devices, and displays cover art

PandoraInternetRadio:Allowsyoutostreamfree,personallycustomizedradiostationsthroughyoursmartphonetoEncoresaudio system while displaying artist inormation and cover art

StitcherSmartRadio:Personalizesyourlisteningexperiencebyallowingyoutostitchtogetheryourfavoriteradioshows,news stations and podcasts (also smartphone-based)

Full unctionality requires compatible Bluetooth and smartphone. Some devices require USB connectivity. Data plan

rates apply.

BUICK OWNER APPThe Buick owner app gives owners access to practical, unctional eatures at the touch o a button:

FindMyCarmappingfeature

EasyserviceschedulingattheirlocalBuickdealership

RoadsideAssistance

Warninglightvisualreferenceguide

OwnersManualinformation

CurrentBuickoffersanddealerlocation

ONSTAR REMOTELINK MOBILE APPThis app allows Buick Encore customers to take control o their vehiclesand their world

rom most iPhoneandAndroid-basedsmartphones.TheappoffersEncorecustomersthe

ollowing eatures rom anywhere they have cellular service:

Remotelycontrolvariousfunctions Lock/unlock doors rom any distance

Start the vehicle remotely (based on vehicle capability) Activate the horn and lights to help locate their vehicle

Retrieveremotevehicleinformation Fuel tank level Oil lie Tire pressure Hands-ree inormation (number, minutes, expiration)

Contactassistancewhenneeded(RoadsideAssistance,OnStar,Dealer)

Retrievevehicleinformation(VIN,makeandmodel,OnStaraccountnumber)

Encourage customers to visit onstar.com/portal.connectionsexplore or more details on the OnStar RemoteLink mobile app.


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ENCORE CONTENT

STANDARD

OPTIONAL

1.4LTurboengineand6-speedtransmissionprovidingfueleconomyofatleast30mpghighway

Chromewaterfallgrille,chromeportholes,accentsandsurrounds, and projector beam headlamps

SofttouchIP,fabric-wrappedA-pillars,chromeaccents,woodgrain trim and ambient lighting

QuietTuning

18"Aluminumwheels

Paintedlowers,similartotodaysBuickEnclave,withsilverskid plates

StabiliTrak/ABS(includesTractionControl)

10Airbags:frontal/curtain/thorax/knee7"ColorConnectedRadiowithIntelliLink/CD/

SiriusXM/USB

Tiltandtelescopingleather-wrappedsteeringwheelwithredundant audio controls

RemoteKeylessEntry

Powerwindows(express-downallwindows,express-upor driver)

Power,heatedoutsiderearviewmirrors

DriverInformationCenterwithcompass

Exteriortemperaturedisplay

6-waypowerdriverseatwithpowerlumbaradjustment

Split-foldingsecond-rowseatforatloadsurface

Front-passengerat-foldingseat

Upscalefabric/leatheretteseats

All-wheeldrive

Leather-appointedseatsw/heatanddrivermemory

Heatedsteeringwheel

Remotestart

DualautoHVAC

Rearviewcamera

120-voltoutlet

PremiumBose audio

Navigation(w/IntelliLink)

18"Chromewheels

Sunroof

FrontandRearParkAssist

ForwardCollisionAlert

LaneDepartureWarning

Rainsensewipers

6-waypowerpassengerseatw/powerlumbaradjustment


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WHEELS

INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR COLORS

Nine exterior colors and three interior colors will be oered.

EXTERIOR COLORS INTERIOR

Upscale Fabric w/Leatherette Accents Leather-Appointed

Ebony Medium Titanium Ebony Medium Titanium Saddle

White Pearl Tricoat A A A A A

Quicksilver Metallic A A A A

Satin Steel Gray Metallic A A A A

Brilliant Blue Metallic A A A A

Glacier Blue Metallic A A A A

Ruby Red Metallic A A A A

Cocoa Silver Metallic A A A

Deep Espresso Brown Metallic A A A

Carbon Black Metallic A A A A A

A = Available = Not Available

Standard 18-inch Aluminum Wheel Optional 18-inch Chrome Plated Wheel


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OVERVIEW

Body style/driveline small luxury crossover, ront-engine/ront-wheel drive and all-wheel drive

Construction body-rame integral

EPA vehicle class sport utility vehicle

Manuacturing location Bupyeong, South Korea (or North America)

ENGINE

Type 1.4L turbocharged DOHC I-4

Displacement (cu. in./cc) 83.2/1364

Bore and stroke (in./mm) 2.85 x 3.25/72.5 x 82.6

Block material cast iron

Cylinder head material cast aluminum

Valvetrain dual overhead camshats, our valves per cylinder, double continuously cam phaser intakeand exhaust (DCVCP)

Ignition system coil-on-plugFuel delivery sequential multi-port uel injection with electronic throttle control

Compression ratio 9.5:1

Horsepower (hp/kW @ rpm) 140/103 @ 4900 (est.)

Torque (lb-t/Nm @ rpm) 148/200 @ 1850 (est.)

Recommended uel regular unleaded

Max engine speed (rpm) 6500

Emissions controls close-coupledandunderoorcatalyticconverters;pre-andpost-oxygensensors

Estimated uel economy TBD

TRANSMISSION

Type Hydra-Matic 6T40 six-speed automatic

Gear ratios (:1) 6.14 spreadFirst 4.58

Second 2.96

Third 1.91

Fourth 1.44

Fith 1.00

Sixth 0.74

Reverse 2.94

Final drive 3.53

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION

Front MacPhersonstrutwithcoil-overspring;direct-actingstabilizerbar;steel4-or6-pointrigidattachment ront cross-member

Rear compoundcrank(torsionbeam);coilspringswithtwin-tubeshockabsorbers

Steering type column-mountedelectricpowersteering;rack-and-piniongear(straightratio)

Steering ratio 16:1

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock 2.72

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (t./m) 36.7/11.2

PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS


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BRAKES

Type four-wheeldiscwithventilatedfrontdiscsandsolidreardiscs;standardABS

Brake rotor diameter x thickness (in./mm) ront: 11.8 x 1.0/300 x 26, ventilated discs

rear: 10.6 x 0.5/268 x 12, solid discs

Anti-lock braking system Mando MGH60 Chassis Controls: ABS/TCS/ESC with rollover mitigation

WHEELS/TIRES

Wheels 18 x 7-inch painted aluminum (std.)

18 x 7-inch chromed aluminum (opt.)

Tires P215/55R18 AL3 blackwall

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase (in./mm) 100.6/2555

Overall length (in./mm) 168.5/4278

Overall width (in./mm) 69.9/1774

Overall height (in./mm) 64.8/1646Track (in./mm) ront: 60.6/1540

rear: 60.6/1540

Curb weight (lb./kg) FWD: 3190/1447

AWD: 3309/1501

Minimum ground clearance (in./mm) 6.2/158

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS

Seating capacity (ront/rear) 2/3

Head room (in./mm) ront: 39.6/1005

rear: 38.8/985

Leg room (in./mm) ront: 40.8/1037

rear: 38.8/908Shoulder room (in./mm) ront: 54.1/1376

rear: 52.5/1333

Hip room (in./mm) ront: 51.7/1312

rear: 50.1/1272

Cargo volume (cu. t./L) 18.8/533 (behind rear seat)

48.4/1372 (rear seat olded)

CAPACITIES

Fuel tank (gal./L) 13.7/52

Engine oil (qt./L) 4.75/4.5

Cooling system (qt./L) 6.9/6.5

GVWR (lb./kg) FWD: 4255/1930AWD: 4374/1984

NOTE: Inormation shown is current at time o publication.

PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS

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