2025 Buick Encore transmission: CVT or automatic?
Some do: the 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo uses a CVT (continuously variable); the 1.3L 3-cylinder turbo uses a CVT (continuously variable) and a 9-speed automatic.
Key takeaways
- 3 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2025 Buick Encore.
- CVTs need CVT-specific fluid - never top one up with ordinary automatic transmission fluid.
- The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.
| Engine | Transmission | EPA code | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo | CVT (continuously variable) | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | FWD |
| 1.3L 3-cylinder turbo | CVT (continuously variable) | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | FWD |
| 1.3L 3-cylinder turbo | 9-speed automatic | Automatic 9-spd | AWD |
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.
Buick Encore transmission fluid type and capacity →
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