The 2024 Buick Encore GX manages to be both a spacious and cozy subcompact SUV. As the smallest vehicle in the Buick lineup, it has always been a particularly appealing model for younger drivers and families on the smaller side. While it has all the trappings of a refined SUV, it has the price tag of a more mainstream model, and its size is perfect for new families strapping in their first car seat or younger drivers who need a bit more space than a sedan can provide. If that sounds like you, speak with the sales team at TERA Chevrolet for an in-person tour of the 2024 Buick Encore GX.
The Encore GX cabin is one of its most impressive aspects, with many critics lauding the brand’s Quiet Tuning technology and smooth riding experience. The small SUV seats up to five people in two rows of plush, well-cushioned seats. Each trim offers a distinct interior design. The Preferred trim features cloth upholstery and leatherette seating surfaces. The Sport Touring trim features a combination of perforated leatherette seating surfaces with Santorini Blue contrast stitching and signature Sport Touring badging. The Avenir trim has perforated leather-appointed seats with a unique stitching pattern and “Avenir” stitched into the headrest. Notable features available throughout the trim lineup include – a standard folding front passenger seat, a 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory settings. Available features include remote start, a moonroof, a universal garage door opener, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
For child safety, the Encore GX features two full sets of LATCH connectors on the rear outboard seats and a tether anchor on the center seat.
Cargo space is abundant. Behind the rear seat is 23.5 cubic feet of space, and with the rear seat folded, there are more than 50.2 cubic feet of space.
The 2024 Buick Encore GX got a considerable styling refresh. The most notable difference from the 2023 model is the front fascia. The 2024 model has a reshaped front and rear bumper as well as an updated front grille. There are also several new wheel designs, and the new tri-shield logo is featured on the front and rear of the vehicle. The Select trim has been renamed to the Sport Touring trim and features black aluminum wheels and a gloss black mesh grille. Exterior features include an available hands-free power liftgate, 19-inch gloss black wheels, and all-season tires. Available exterior color options include:
For a more distinct look, drivers can add the black roof package, which includes a black roof, black mirrors, and black roof rails.
The Buick Encore GX has two engine options. The base engine is a 137 horsepower 1.2-liter 3-cylinder that produces 162 lb-ft of torque. The Sport Touring and Avenir trim both get a standard 1.3-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder that makes 155 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are married to a slick-shifting nine-speed transmission and can move the small SUV around town and up to highway speeds with confidence. All three trims have standard front-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive is available.
One thing that the Buick brand is known for is ride quality. The suspension system is finely tuned to give riders a cloud-like riding experience. A bonus in the small SUV department is the Encore GX’s 1,000-pound towing capacity.
The cabin of the 2024 Encore GX is dominated by a set of large digital displays that include an 11-inch touchscreen infotainment system and an 8-inch digital gauge cluster. The infotainment system features intuitive menus, clear graphics, and snappy responses. The interior is filled with technology features that include:
Buick prioritizes the safety of every driver with the standard Buick Driver Confidence package – a suite of six advanced driver safety and assistance features that include:
Also standard is Teen Driver technology, a suite of features that help instill positive driving habits in new drivers by allowing parental figures to set limits on volume control and more.
Overall, the 2024 Buick Encore GX offers drivers a balanced combination of style, comfort, and technology. Visit our Buick dealership in Sandwich for a full tour of the latest features, design changes, and a chance to experience its smooth riding performance. If you think you’ll need more space, also explore the Buick Envision. Visit us today.