2025 Buick Encore GX

Crossover 5 seats 6 trims Budget SUVs Under $30,000

Starting MSRP

$25,940

to $33,100

About the 2025 Buick Encore GX

The 2025 Buick Encore GX presents a compelling package within the compact crossover segment, anchored by a base pricing of $25,940. Standard configuration delivers 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque from the 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo engine paired with a continuously variable transmission, yielding a combined EPA rating of 30 MPG (30 city/31 highway). With six available trims, buyers can opt for the larger 1.3L engine, particularly in the AWD variants, which feature a 9-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle measures 171.2 inches in length and offers 23.5 cubic feet of standard cargo capacity. For practical utility, the 2025 Encore GX balances efficiency and modest interior volume while remaining accessibly priced across its trim range, which extends up to $33,100 for top specifications.

Key Highlights

30 MPG Combined Efficiency

The standard FWD configuration achieves 30 MPG combined, supported by a flex-fuel engine capable of utilizing unleaded or E85, enhancing potential operational cost flexibility.

Substantial Front Legroom

With 40.9 inches of front legroom, the 2025 Encore GX prioritizes driver and front passenger comfort relative to its compact exterior dimensions of 171.2 inches in length.

Six Trim Configurations

The availability of six distinct trims, including Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir, provides a wide selection spectrum for buyers targeting specifications between the $25,940 entry point and the $33,100 ceiling.

23.5 Cubic Feet Cargo

The 23.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats offers pragmatic storage utility for a vehicle with a 102.0-inch wheelbase.

Best For

Urban Drivers Prioritizing Value - The 2025 Buick Encore GX starts at $25,940 and delivers a consistent 30 MPG combined rating, optimizing day-to-day urban travel efficiency.
Drivers Needing Usable Space - The 36 inches of rear legroom and 23.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity provide sufficient dimensions for regular passenger hauling and luggage loading.
Buyers Seeking Flex-Fuel Options - The gas engine is specified as flex-fuel, allowing owners the option to utilize E85 fuel based on regional availability and cost effectiveness.

Available Trims

Trim MSRP Drivetrain Horsepower MPG
Avenir 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
$31,500 front wheel drive 155 hp 30 mpg
Avenir 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)
$33,100 all wheel drive 155 hp 27 mpg
Preferred 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
$25,940 front wheel drive 137 hp 30 mpg
Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)
$27,940 all wheel drive 155 hp 27 mpg
Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
$27,140 front wheel drive 155 hp 30 mpg
Sport Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)
$28,740 all wheel drive 155 hp 27 mpg
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Features Comparison

Feature
Avenir 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
Avenir 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)
Preferred 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)
Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
Sport Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)
FeatureAvenir 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT)Avenir 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)Preferred 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT)Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)Sport Touring 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT)Sport Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A)
Safety (31 features)
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel
Automatic Headlights
Blind Spot Monitor
Brake Assist
Daytime Running Lights
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags
Electronic Stability Control
Engine Immobilizer
Front Head Airbags
Front Headrests222222
Front Height Adjustable Headrests
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
Headlight Delay-Off
LATCH System
LED Headlights
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
Rear Head Airbags
Rear Headrests222222
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Rear Solid Disc Brakes
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Traction Control System
Engine (9 features)
Base Engine Displacement1.3 L1.3 L1.2 L1.3 L1.3 L1.3 L
Base Engine Typegasgasgasgasgasgas
Camshaft TypeDouble overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Fuel Injection Type
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm155 hp @ 5600 rpm137 hp @ 5000 rpm155 hp @ 5600 rpm155 hp @ 5600 rpm155 hp @ 5600 rpm
Number of Cylindersinline 3inline 3inline 3inline 3inline 3inline 3
Number of Valves121212121212
Torque174 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm174 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm174 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm174 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm174 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Variable Valve TimingVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariable
Drive Train (3 features)
Center Differential TypeLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited Slip
Drivetrain Typefront wheel driveall wheel drivefront wheel driveall wheel drivefront wheel driveall wheel drive
Transmission Typecontinuously variable-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Fuel (5 features)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)382.8/409.2 mi.343.2/369.6 mi.396.0/409.2 mi.343.2/369.6 mi.382.8/409.2 mi.343.2/369.6 mi.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)29/31 MPG26/28 MPG30/31 MPG26/28 MPG29/31 MPG26/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)30 MPG27 MPG30 MPG27 MPG30 MPG27 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity13.2 gal.13.2 gal.13.2 gal.13.2 gal.13.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Fuel Typeregular unleadedregular unleadedflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)regular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleaded
Warranty (5 features)
Basic Warranty3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Roadside Assistance5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Comfort & Convenience (22 features)
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Cruise Control
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel
Dual Vanity Mirrors
Dual Zone Climate Control
Electric Power Steering
Front Cupholders
Front Door Pockets
Front Seatback Storage
Heated Steering Wheel
Interior Air Filtration
Leatherette Steering Wheel
Push Button Start
Rear Cupholders
Rear Door Pockets
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Rear View Camera
Single Zone Climate Control
Sun Sensor
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
Universal Remote Transmitter
In Car Entertainment (12 features)
AM/FM Stereo
Android Auto (Wireless)
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
Auxiliary Audio Input
Infotainment Display11.0 in11.0 in11.0 in11.0 in11.0 in11.0 in
Satellite Radio
Satellite Radio Trial Period3 months3 months3 months3 months3 months3 months
Speaker System676767
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Subwoofer Count111
USB Port
USB Port with External Media Control
Power Feature (3 features)
Heated Mirrors
Keyless Entry
One-Touch Power Windows444444
Frontseats (20 features)
Driver Seat HeatingMulti-levelMulti-level
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Driver Seat Lumbar SupportPowerPower
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments6-way6-way6-way6-way
Driver Seat Memory Settings22
Driver Seat Power Adjustments8-way8-way
Front Head Room39.7 in.39.7 in.39.7 in.39.7 in.39.7 in.39.7 in.
Front Hip Room51.9 in.51.9 in.51.9 in.51.9 in.51.9 in.51.9 in.
Front Leg Room40.9 in.40.9 in.40.9 in.40.9 in.40.9 in.40.9 in.
Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Shoulder Room55.4 in.55.4 in.55.4 in.55.4 in.55.4 in.55.4 in.
Passenger Seat Folding Capability
Passenger Seat HeatingMulti-levelMulti-level
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment
Passenger Seat Lumbar SupportPowerPower
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments4-way4-way4-way4-way
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments8-way8-way
Seat Material: Leather
Seat Material: Leatherette
Seat Material: Leatherette/Cloth
Rearseats (6 features)
Folding Center Armrest
Rear Head Room38.1 in.38.1 in.38.1 in.38.1 in.38.1 in.38.1 in.
Rear Hip Room50.7 in.50.7 in.50.7 in.50.7 in.50.7 in.50.7 in.
Rear Leg Room36.0 in.36.0 in.36.0 in.36.0 in.36.0 in.36.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room53.6 in.53.6 in.53.6 in.53.6 in.53.6 in.53.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Tires and Wheels (7 features)
Spare Tire LocationInside MountedInside MountedInside MountedInside MountedInside MountedInside Mounted
Spare Tire TypeTemporaryTemporaryTemporaryTemporaryTemporaryTemporary
Tire Size245/45R19245/45R19225/55R18225/55R18225/55R18225/55R18
Tire TypeAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll Season
Wheel Diameter19 in19 in
Wheel FinishPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted Alloy
Wheel Size18 x 7.5 in18 x 7.5 in18 x 7.5 in18 x 7.5 in
Suspension (2 features)
Front Suspension TypeIndependentIndependentIndependentIndependentIndependentIndependent
Stabilizer Bar
Instrumentation (5 features)
Clock
Compass
External Temperature Display
Tachometer
Trip Computer
Measurements (11 features)
Cargo Capacity (Seats Up)23.5 cu.ft.23.5 cu.ft.23.5 cu.ft.23.5 cu.ft.23.5 cu.ft.23.5 cu.ft.
Country of Final AssemblySouth KoreaSouth KoreaSouth KoreaSouth KoreaSouth KoreaSouth Korea
Curb Weight3063 lbs.3255 lbs.3023 lbs.3255 lbs.3063 lbs.3255 lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)4233 lbs.4409 lbs.4211 lbs.4409 lbs.4233 lbs.4409 lbs.
Height64.9 in.65.2 in.64.1 in.64.5 in.64.9 in.65.2 in.
Length171.2 in.171.2 in.171.2 in.171.2 in.171.2 in.171.2 in.
Maximum Cargo Capacity50.2 cu.ft.50.2 cu.ft.50.2 cu.ft.50.2 cu.ft.50.2 cu.ft.50.2 cu.ft.
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs.1000 lbs.1000 lbs.1000 lbs.1000 lbs.1000 lbs.
Turning Circle36.9 ft.36.9 ft.36.9 ft.36.9 ft.36.9 ft.36.9 ft.
Wheelbase102.0 in.102.0 in.102.0 in.102.0 in.102.0 in.102.0 in.
Width (Without Mirrors)71.4 in.71.4 in.71.4 in.71.4 in.71.4 in.71.4 in.
Telematics (8 features)
Airbag Deployment Notification
Concierge Service
Destination Download
Emergency Service
Hands-Free Calling
Roadside Assistance
Stolen Vehicle Tracking
Turn-by-Turn Navigation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the horsepower and torque output for the base 2025 Buick Encore GX?

The entry-level 2025 Buick Encore GX is equipped with a 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo engine producing 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque.

Does the 2025 Buick Encore GX offer All-Wheel Drive and how does it affect the transmission?

Yes, AWD is available, specifically on the Preferred and Sport Touring trims. These AWD versions utilize a 9-speed automatic transmission, distinct from the Continuously Variable Transmission found in FWD models.

What is the maximum width of the 2025 Buick Encore GX?

The exterior dimensions of the 2025 Buick Encore GX place its width at 71.4 inches, which is relevant when considering garage or tight parking situations.

How does the fuel economy change if I select a higher trim level on the 2025 Encore GX?

While the specific MPG figures for every trim aren't listed, the base FWD variant achieves 30 MPG combined. Buyers opting for the AWD models may see slight variations due to the shift from a CVT to a 9-speed automatic transmission.

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