Buick

Buick Encore GX

Price $29,649 – $36,579
Fuel consumption 7.6 – 9.1 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 66%(view ratings)
The Encore GX is a subcompact luxury vehicle slotting just above the entry-level Envista in Buick’s SUV-only lineup. A single engine is available under the hood of the Encore GX, namely a turbocharged 1.3-litre inline three-cylinder generating 155 hp and 174 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel-drive models come with a CVT, while a nine-speed automatic transmission is available when selecting all-wheel drive. There are no significant changes to the Encore GX for 2025.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 66%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 5/10
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 6/10
Overall 6/10

What's new in 2025

No major change.

Pros

  • Interesting format and successful look
  • Attractive price
  • Intuitive infotainment system

Cons

  • Fuel-thirsty engine considering its displacement
  • Uninspiring driving experience
  • Manually activated all-wheel drive

Recalls

none