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2026 Buick Encore vs 2026 Tesla Model Y

📊 Key Differences
  • Fuel economy: 30 MPG vs 138 MPG combined — Tesla Model Y is more efficient
  • Annual fuel cost: $2250 vs $550 — Tesla Model Y saves $ per year
  • Fuel type: Regular Gasoline vs Electricity
Specification 2026 Buick Encore 2026 Tesla Model Y
Year20262026
ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypeRegular GasolineElectricity
DriveFront-Wheel DriveRear-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Automatic (A1)
Cylinders3
Displacement (L)1.2
City MPG30148
Highway MPG31129
Combined MPG30138
Annual Fuel Cost$2250$550
CO₂ (g/mile)297.0
EPA Fuel Economy Score6/1010/10
EPA GHG Score6/1010/10
🚗 2026 Buick Encore

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD with 30 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Regular Gasoline. Front-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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🚗 2026 Tesla Model Y

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD with 138 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Electricity. Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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