2018 Buick Encore Oil Filter

Find the OEM oil filter part number for the 2018 Buick Encore by engine/trim.

OEM oil filter results

Engine / TrimOEM Part NumberOil WeightBuy
1.4L I4 Turbo (LUV) ACDelco PF2257G or ACDelco PF2263Gdepends on housing cap mark — see below 5W-30
Buy 5W-30 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
1.4L I4 Turbo (LE2) ACDelco PF64 0W-20
Buy 0W-20 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil

Tip: If your vehicle has multiple engines, match the engine size on your door jamb sticker or owner's manual. Always verify with your owner's manual before purchase.

Service specifications

1.4L I4 Turbo (LUV)

Filter type
Cartridge
Oil capacity (with filter)
4.2 qtConfirm the final level on the dipstick before driving.
Change interval (normal)
Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo)
Change interval (severe)
Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service

This engine takes one of two filters

  • PF2257G — if the filter cap is marked HENGST
  • PF2263G — if the filter cap is marked UFI

Both are correct for this engine — which one you need depends on the filter housing fitted to your car. Read the mark moulded into the plastic cap before you buy.

1.4L I4 Turbo (LE2)

Filter type
Spin-on
Oil capacity (with filter)
4.2 qtConfirm the final level on the dipstick before driving.
Change interval (normal)
Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo)
Change interval (severe)
Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service

Also fits

Vehicles that also use ACDelco PF2257G:

Vehicles that also use ACDelco PF2263G:

Vehicles that also use ACDelco PF64:

These vehicles take the same OEM filter part number. Always confirm against your own owner's manual before buying.

Frequently asked questions

What oil filter does a 2018 Buick Encore take?

It depends on the engine: the 1.4L I4 Turbo (LUV) uses ACDelco PF2257G or ACDelco PF2263G, depending on the mark on the filter housing cap; the 1.4L I4 Turbo (LE2) uses ACDelco PF64. Match the engine on your door-jamb sticker or owner's manual.

How much oil does a 2018 Buick Encore take?

Oil capacity with a new filter — 1.4L I4 Turbo (LUV): 4.2 qt; 1.4L I4 Turbo (LE2): 4.2 qt. Add slightly less than the stated figure, then confirm the final level on the dipstick before driving.

What oil weight does a 2018 Buick Encore use?

Recommended viscosity — 1.4L I4 Turbo (LUV): 5W-30; 1.4L I4 Turbo (LE2): 0W-20.

How often should the oil be changed on a 2018 Buick Encore?

1.4L I4 Turbo (LUV) — normal service: Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo); severe service: Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service; 1.4L I4 Turbo (LE2) — normal service: Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo); severe service: Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service. Severe service means short trips, towing, dusty roads or extended idling.

Is the 2018 Buick Encore oil filter a cartridge or a spin-on?

1.4L I4 Turbo (LUV): Cartridge; 1.4L I4 Turbo (LE2): Spin-on.

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