The Encore GX is a subcompact vehicle, so don’t count on extra space to spread out. Photo by Brady Holt Comfortable, User-Friendly Cabin EPA fuel economy ratings are an excellent 30 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway with the FWD 1.3-liter, but the AWD 1.3-liter falls by 3 mpg and the FWD 1.2-liter manages a similar 26 mpg city/30 mpg highway. It vibrates more at low speeds or idle, though, a pity in a model that’s otherwise focused on relaxing refinement. We had this engine in our front-wheel-drive test car, and it proved eager and rich-sounding most of the time. The 1.3-liter makes 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque. Both FWD engines use a continuously variable automatic transmission, while the AWD 1.3-liter uses a nine-speed automatic. All trim levels offer a slightly larger 1.3-liter engine, which is also standard if you select all-wheel-drive. But thanks to a hearty turbo boost, the Encore delivers unexpectedly punchy acceleration along with decent gas mileage.įront-wheel-drive Encore GX models come standard with a 1.2-liter engine that makes 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. You get a choice of two different three-cylinders, a rare configuration in the U.S. The most unconventional aspect of the new Buick Encore GX is its engine options. Photo by Brady Holt Three-Cylinder Performance Not every piece of plastic you’ll find is luxury-grade, but the overall ambiance is commendable for the price. We especially liked the “Signet” two-tone color scheme on our test car, which is available only with genuine leather upholstery. The Buick’s interior design is similar to what you’ll find in the brand’s pricier models: a curved dashboard whose varied colors and textures dress it up nicely. Most subcompact crossovers aim to be funky or fun, or settle for downright cheap. Inside, the Encore GX continues to eschew the class norm. While it’s still a subcompact vehicle, measuring just 171 inches long, the Encore GX’s graceful curves and upright stance help it avoid the hatchback vibe that’s common in this segment. ![]() The GX has more conventional proportions than the standard Encore, known for its stubby profile the new GX is slightly longer and slightly wider, yet not quite as tall. ![]() The Buick Encore GX was all-new for the 2020 model year, and 2021 brings a few extra features. It’s a great leap forward, and if you don’t need to empty an entire Ikea store into the back of your vehicle, you might find the Encore GX the perfect crossover for you. ![]() Now, Buick sells a second model in this segment: the 2021 Buick Encore GX, which shares nothing but its size and its name with the original Encore. The execution wasn’t perfect, but the Encore filled a niche that other carmakers still haven’t fully exploited. This subcompact crossover, which is still on sale today with only modest changes since 2013, was the first tiny SUV to prioritize an upscale look and feel. While many people buy bigger cars when they can afford it, plenty more prefer a smaller, more maneuverable, more fuel-efficient option - as long as it’s just as attractive, quiet, comfortable, and feature-laden as a bigger vehicle.īuick first applied this lesson to the crossover world with the 2013 Encore. It took a while, but automakers eventually realized that small cars didn’t have to feel cheap. 2020 Buick Encore GX ・ Photo by Brady Holt
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