The Encore GX is available in front-wheel and all-wheel drive both with three trim levels: Preferred, Select and Essence. Power is supplied by either a 137-hp 1.2-liter turbocharged engine or a 155-hp 1.3-liter turbocharged engine. The front-wheel drive model is mated to a CVT transmission while the all-wheel drive sports a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The base trim Preferred standard features include, Buick Driver Confidence package, Buick QuietTuning Technology, 18" aluminum wheels, a CVT transmission, electronic parking brakes, heated power mirrors, automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, Following Distance Indicator, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, IntelliBeam auto high beam, LED daytime running lights, an 11-inch touchscreen monitor, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto, Teen Driver, SiriusXM? Satellite radio, 4G LTE WI-Fi capable, cloth and leatherette seats, and keyless open and start push button.
The Sport Touring trim adds roof rails, LED brake lights, a sport steering wheel, while the Avenir trim features 19-inch wheels, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, 10-way power heated front seats, leather upholstery, driver seat memory, dual-zone front climate control, a 120V ac power outlet, a heated steering wheel and a remote starter.
Refined Style
Great Fuel Economy
Spacious For Small SUV
Lots Of Standard Features
Available All-wheel Drive
The Buick Encore GX gets a refreshed front end and refreshed trim lineup for 2024 but otherwise carries over with minimal changes.
The Buick Encore GX competes with other small SUV/crossovers in the market. It offers buyers an appealing blend of small size, luxury and SUV-like practicality. All-wheel drive is available, but the Buick is less about off-roading and more about all-weather driving in comfort. Luxury-oriented touches abound that usually are reserved for cars costing much more. The Encore GX is a great value, with touches of luxury, an array of technology and safety features, this small SUV comes with generous cargo space and a folding flat passenger seat to carry larger items. In the premium luxury market of small SUVs, Encore GX is priced lower that some competitor such as the BMW X2 and Lexus UX. Other rivals in the market are Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-30 and Hyundai Kona.