2025 Buick Encore GX 

• Subcompact (or small) crossover SUV, offering a premium-leaning interior and tech features in a smaller footprint

• Available with both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations. 

Powertrain Options & Fuel Economy

• 1.2-L turbo three-cylinder engine (in some base trims), capable of around 30 mpg city / 31 mpg highway, depending on configuration. 

• 1.3-L turbo three-cylinder engine: 155 hp, 174 lb-ft torque.

  • FWD models: ~29 mpg city / 31 mpg highway.

  • AWD models: ~26 mpg city / 28 mpg highway.

• Some versions may support E85 flex-fuel, although that can reduce fuel economy.

Dimensions & Space

• Seating: 5 passengers in a 2–3 configuration. 

• Cargo volume: Approximately 23.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats and up to ~50 cubic feet with rear seats folded.

• Offers competitive legroom and interior space for its class. 

Technology and Interior

• Infotainment: Features a large 11-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and often an 8-inch digital driver display. 

• Offers amenities like wireless phone charging, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, remote start, and available surround-view camera in higher trims or option packages. 

• Features a split-folding rear seat (typically 40/60), fold-flat passenger seatbacks in some trims/options for added versatility. 

Safety and Driver Assistance

• Comes equipped with Buick Driver Confidence driver-assist suite: includes automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, forward collision alerts, pedestrian braking, and more. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are often standard or available. 

• Option packages may include 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, and parking sensors. 

Trim Levels and Pricing

• Common trim levels include Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir. 

• Starting MSRP tends to range from the mid-$20k to low-$30k depending on configuration and trim. 

Pros and Considerations

Pros:

• Spacious cargo area for a subcompact SUV. 

• Modern tech and infotainment, comfortable quiet cabin, and a well-featured safety suite.

Considerations:

• Performance may be modest; some engine/transmission combos emphasize efficiency over acceleration. 

• Fuel economy drops in AWD variants or with higher-output engines. 

If you'd like, I can break down the differences per trim, provide real-world mpg estimates, or compare the Encore GX to competitors like CX-30, HR-V, or similar models.