A step up in comfort5 seats
—MPG · EPA
—Safety · NHTSA
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—Recalls · NHTSA
About the Buick Encore GX
A small SUV with a quieter, more upscale feel than most at its price. It is comfortable and offers all-wheel drive.
Soft and quiet. The small turbo engine is fine for daily driving, not quick. It feels calm on rough roads.
Tip: It shares parts with the Chevy Trailblazer, so repairs are easy to find.
Why people buy it
Quiet and comfyFeels more upscale than most small SUVs at its price.
All-wheel drive availableHelps in rain and the rare snow.
Easy sizeSmall outside, so parking is easy.
Shares parts with ChevyMany parts match the Chevy Trailblazer, so repairs are easy to find.
Is it right for you?
✓ you want comfort over speed✓ you want all-wheel drive in a small SUV✓ you have a small family
✕ you need lots of cargo room✕ you want a fast car✕ you need 3 rows
Which version to get
Recent trims, simplified · check at the dealer
Preferred · The basic one. Comfortable already.
Sport Touring · ST · Nicer look and more features; check which engine it has.Best value
Avenir · The fanciest one. Nice, not needed.
Buying used: which years
2024–2026Updated look and bigger screens.
2020–2023Good value. All-wheel drive came with the bigger turbo engine; check which one it has.
Questions to ask the dealer
- Is it front-wheel or all-wheel drive?
- Which engine does it have?
- Which trim is it, exactly?
- Any open recalls, and were they fixed?
- Can I see the service records?
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Prices, payments and out-the-door totals are Carvessa estimates, not offers; check with the dealer. MPG from EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and safety stars and recalls from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-07, for 2020 and newer (older years: check nhtsa.gov/recalls with the VIN). Car photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0 (background removed).