Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.
6-speaker audio system:
Speakers are positioned throughout the cabin for outstanding sound quality and an enjoyable listening experience
Bluetooth®:
Pair your compatible mobile phone to your vehicle's infotainment system1
Place and receive hands-free phone calls
Store your phone's contact list in the system to place an outgoing call quickly using the touch-screen display or voice command system
With streaming audio capability, you can listen to files stored on your phone or Bluetooth digital media device
Buick® Infotainment System with 8" diagonal color touch-screen:
8" diagonal color touch-screen1
Bluetooth®2 streaming audio for music and select phones
Apple CarPlay®3 capability for compatible phones
Wireless Android Auto™ capability for compatible phones4
USB port(s)5 to play stored audio files through your vehicle's audio system
Allows you to pair two phones simultaneously
Personalize your drive time with embedded apps6 from some of your favorite partners. Explore streaming apps for music, news, sports, navigation and more
Noise control system, active noise cancellation
SiriusXM® 3-month All Access Trial Subscription:
Welcome to the world of SiriusXM1
Enjoy the widest variety of entertainment anywhere, including the deepest collection of ad-free music, more sports coverage than anywhere, exclusive talk channels, every kind of comedy and the most complete news coverage
Plus, listen on the SiriusXM app, online and at home on compatible connected devices — it's included with All Access, so you'll hear the best SiriusXM has to offer, anywhere life takes you
Can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or a portable device
Includes protective cover
4.2" diagonal color Driver Information Center:
Includes warning messages and vehicle information such as:
Average vehicle speed and fuel economy
Fuel range
Trip odometer
Tire pressure and oil life
40/60 split-folding rear bench seat:
Can fold one or both sides down
40 driver-side split and 60 passenger-side split
Combined with the fold flat passenger seat, enables the vehicle to accommodate objects up to 8 feet long diagonally
Adds cargo and passenger carrying versatility to your vehicle
Includes 4-way manual-adjustable headrests for outboard seating positions
8-way power fold flat front passenger seat with power lumbar:
Forward and back
Up and down
Tilt seat cushion back and upright
Includes 2-way power lumbar
Manual recline
Folds flat for a variety of passenger and cargo carrying configurations
Armrest, rear center
Assist handle:
Front passenger with coat hook
Assist handle, rear outboard
Buick® Connected Access capable:
Subject to terms. See onstar.com or dealer for details.
Cargo cover:
Removable, helps keep items out of sight, offering security and privacy
Charging-only USB ports:
2 ports (1 USB Type-A, 1 USB Type-C)1
Located on back of center console
Climate control, automatic dual-zone:
Cools and dehumidifies the air inside the vehicle
Allows individual climate settings for both driver and front passenger
Compass display
Console, floor, with armrest
Cruise control:
Maintains a selected speed while driving
Set and resume speed functions
Steering-wheel mounted controls to easily maintain and manage cruising speed
Defogger, rear-window, electric
Door locks, power with lockout protection
Door sill plate cover, front
Floor mats, color-keyed and carpeted front and rear
Glovebox, dual
Headrests, 2-way adjustable, up/down, driver and front passenger
Heated driver and front passenger seats:
Separate buttons on the climate control panel allow you to choose from 3 levels of warmth
May require additional optional equipment
In-vehicle Air Ionizer:
Purifies the air in the interior of the vehicle
Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror:
Automatically dims the inside rearview mirror when it senses bright light from behind
Key system:
Includes 2 fobs
Keyless Open and Start:
With the Keyless Entry fob in your possession, conveniently locks and unlocks your car's doors without having to use the key fob
Controls front doors or all four doors depending on model
With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press the engine start/stop button to start the engine; the green indicator on the button will illuminate
Shift to Park and press the engine start/stop button to turn off the engine
Seat-mounted side-impact airbags for all outboard seating positions1
Head-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard seating positions1
Includes Passenger Sensing System which automatically switches the front passenger seat frontal airbag and knee airbag on or off and illuminates a status light that indicates whether the airbags are on or off1
Airbag, Passenger Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector (Always use seat belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
Door locks, rear child security
Following Distance Indicator:
Can provide you with the following gap time (or headway) to a moving vehicle you are detected to be following to help you know if you are following much too closely1
Forward Collision Alert:
Can alert you when it detects that a front-end collision is imminent with a vehicle that you are following1
It also can alert you if you are following a detected vehicle much too closely
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) for child restraint seats, second row, 2 lower anchors for outboard seating positions only, 3 top tether anchors for all 3 seating positions
Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert:
Can help you avoid lane change crashes by providing side-mirror visual alerts when a moving vehicle is detected rapidly approaching or is in a side blind zone1
May require additional optional equipment
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning:
Can help you avoid crashes due to unintentionally drifting out of your lane by providing gentle steering wheel turns when the system detects you are drifting out of your lane with no turn signal or steering activity1
Can also provide Lane Departure Warning alerts when a lane marker is crossed
OnStar® and Buick® Connected Services capable:
Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert:
When in Reverse, can alert you to detected left- or right-cross traffic behind you (e.g., when backing out of a crowded parking space or driveway with side obstructions)1
May require additional optional equipment
Rear Vision Camera:
When in Reverse at low speeds, provides you a view of the scene directly behind the vehicle on the Infotainment screen to help you park and avoid nearby objects1
Seat belt, 3-point, driver with load limiter, height adjustable
Seat belt, 3-point, front passenger with load limiter, height adjustable
Seat belts, 3-point, rear, all seating positions
Teen Driver:
This configurable feature lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob to help encourage better driving behavior
It can limit certain vehicle features, and automatically turns on certain safety systems if vehicle is equipped
An in-vehicle report card gives you information on driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
Tire Fill Alert:
Provides visual and audible alerts outside the vehicle when inflating an under inflated tire to the recommended tire pressure1
Requires vehicle to be started and driver door closed
Tire Pressure Monitoring System:
Monitors the pressure in each tire and alerts you if there is a low-pressure condition in one or more of the tires1
When traveling at speeds less than 50 MPH, the system can alert you if it detects that a front-end collision situation is imminent with a vehicle ahead you are following1
It can also help reduce the collision's severity by automatically applying hard, emergency braking if you have not already or by enhancing driver hard braking
The system may even help avoid the collision at very low speeds
Brake lining wear indicator
Front Pedestrian Braking:
At speeds below 50 MPH, can alert you when a collision is detected to be imminent with a pedestrian directly ahead1
Can also help reduce the collision's severity or avoid the collision by automatically applying hard, emergency braking if you have not already, or by enhancing driver hard braking
Performance is limited at night
StabiliTrak, electronic stability control system with traction control:
Automatically helps enhance control, particularly during emergency maneuvers, by adjusting the brakes and engine torque to help you stay on your intended path
Dealer Notes
Summit White 2020 Buick Encore GX Essence FWD CVT ECOTEC 1.3L Turbo
30/32 City/Highway MPG
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
Overall3.8Out of 5
Loving my GX
By Mattย |ย on Friday, July 31, 2020
5.0
I've only had the GX for a few weeks, but I'm loving it so far. I have the AWD essence trim and love the interior that comes with this package (leather seats vs the cloth in the opening trims). It has the performance I need for standard city and highway driving and offers a very nice interior and exterior. The only knock I have so far is that the wireless charging isn't compatible with all phones, but everything else is great. I would definitely recommend this for someone who wants an entry luxury car for a great value.โฆ
Encore GX - Great with Some Issues
By gslย |ย on Tuesday, March 17, 2020
4.0
I've owned the GX for about 3 weeks now-700 miles so far. There's lots to like but there but there are some weaknesses to be addressed. Strengths: Comfortable, Strong Acceleration, Great looks, Regular gas, Roomy back seat for a subcompact SUV., Great safety features, Excellent native navi system , Smooth shifting transmission; Bright headlights. Concerns/Issues:
City MPG is only about 24 mpg...so far; Infotainment system will not receive/play text messages on Android phones (tried a Pixel 3a and Galaxy S10) - Dealer acknowledges the issue. you can only see texts thru Android Auto if phone is connected by USB; Lane departure warning doesn't work at speeds below 37-38 mph - dealer acknowledges this is an issue. This is a safety concern!; No padding in the door pockets-annoying as things slide around; No air vent in the rear seat area.
Some other thoughts - handling is secure but not as "tight" as the Mazda CX30 which I test drove. You can turn off the start/stop feature though itโs unobtrusive to me. Would have been nice if there was an auto-hold feature. You can also shut off the AWD. The instrument cluster is awkward. Lots of scrolling if you want to monitor things like MPG, range, speed limits-they're all on different screens.
Overall I'm pleased but I do expect Buick to address the texting and lane departure warning issues. Dealer is "researching" issues since this such a new model.โฆ
So far so good my encore is everything i expected
By Hail2emanย |ย on Monday, November 09, 2020
5.0
Had my Encore GX Select for about a month now .
I read a lot of reviews and all the critic's was saying this car is under power, because it has 3 liter engine. You will never get speeding ticket in this car but it has more then enough power for acceleration and passing other cars on the highway. It even climbs steep hills better then RAV 4 I had.
This car has everything I wanted in car . Small size (good for city driving and parking) , good gas mileage , cargo space, lots of safety features somewhat different interior. This car sits nice and comfortable between a Honda and Lexus. Its a premium car, but its not luxury car or economy car. Perfect for city driving or commute driving. Perfect car for urban empty nest couple.โฆ