2024 Buick Encore GX SUV Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2024 Buick Encore GX is an extra-small crossover SUV offered in three trim levels: Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir. All start with front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is optional. For power, the front-wheel-drive Preferred trim comes with a turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine (137 horsepower, 162 lb-ft). All other Encore GX versions have a more powerful turbo 1.3-liter three-cylinder (155 hp, 174 lb-ft). Front-drive models have a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT); those with all-wheel drive have a more traditional nine-speed automatic transmission. Keep reading for our editorial breakdown of the Encore GX's significant features and options.
Which Encore GX trim does Edmunds recommend?
Stick with the base Preferred trim for the best value. It comes decently well stocked with standard features and can be fitted with most of the available options should you want them. In particular, the Comfort package and the Advanced Technology package are worth getting to bolster the SUV's tech and convenience features.
Compare trims side-by-side
Vehicle | Encore GX Preferred | Encore GX Sport Touring | Encore GX Avenir |
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Vehicle | Editors' Pick Preferred 1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT
6 for sale near you | Sport Touring 1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT
4 for sale near you | Avenir 1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT
6 for sale near you |
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | optional | optional | optional |
Parking assistance | optional | optional | optional |
Upholstery | leatherette/cloth | leatherette | leather |
Heated seats | optional | optional | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | optional | optional | optional |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Drivetrain | |||
Engine power | 137 hp @ 5,000 rpm | 155 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 155 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
Engine torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm | 174 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 174 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm |
Engine displacement | 1.2 l | 1.3 l | 1.3 l |
Engine configuration | inline 3 | inline 3 | inline 3 |
Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
Tire size | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 | 245/45R19 |
Wheel size | 18 X 7.5-in | 18 X 7.5-in | - |
Wheel type | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 30 / 31 / 30 MPG | 29 / 31 / 30 MPG | 29 / 32 / 30 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 396 / 409 miles | 383 / 409 miles | 383 / 422 miles |
Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 36.9 ft. | 36.9 ft. | 36.9 ft. |
Curb weight | 3,023 lb. | 3,063 lb. | 3,063 lb. |
Ground Clearance | - | - | - |
Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - | - |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 71.4 in. | 71.4 in. | 71.4 in. |
Height | 64.1 in. | 64.1 in. | 64.1 in. |
Length | 171.2 in. | 171.2 in. | 171.2 in. |
Wheelbase | 102.0 in. | 102.0 in. | 102.0 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 23.5 cu. ft. | 23.5 cu. ft. | 23.5 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 39.7 in. | 39.7 in. | 39.7 in. |
Front Leg Room | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 55.4 in. | 55.4 in. | 55.4 in. |
Rear Head Room | 38.1 in. | 38.1 in. | 38.1 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 36.0 in. | 36.0 in. | 36.0 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $38,768 | $40,550 | $45,465 |
Average Cost Per Mile | $0.52 | $0.54 | $0.61 |
Depreciation | $13,937 | $15,247 | $18,153 |
Financing | $5,438 | $5,870 | $7,027 |
Taxes & Fees | $1,970 | $2,112 | $2,494 |
Fuel | $8,362 | $8,362 | $8,362 |
Insurance | $3,362 | $3,362 | $3,405 |
Maintenance | $4,870 | $4,768 | $5,195 |
Repairs | $829 | $829 | $829 |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Ebony Seats w/Ebony Interior Accents, leatherette/cloth Whisper Beige Seats w/Ebony Interior Accents, leatherette/cloth | Ebony Seats w/Ebony Interior Accents, leatherette Whisper Beige Seats w/Ebony Interior Accents, leatherette | Ebony Seats w/Ebony Interior Accents, leather Whisper Beige Seats w/Ebony Interior Accents, leather |
Exterior | Ocean Blue Metallic Copper Ice Metallic Sunrise Red Metallic Ebony Twilight Metallic Cinnabar Metallic White Frost Tricoat Moonstone Gray Metallic Summit White | Ocean Blue Metallic Copper Ice Metallic Sunrise Red Metallic Ebony Twilight Metallic Cinnabar Metallic White Frost Tricoat Moonstone Gray Metallic Summit White | Ocean Blue Metallic Ebony Twilight Metallic Cinnabar Metallic White Frost Tricoat Moonstone Gray Metallic |