What Is the 2024 Buick Encore GX?
The Buick Encore GX is a five-seat subcompact SUV that is slightly smaller, yet pricier, than the value-leader that debuted for the 2024 model year. The Encore GX’s base powertrain, which comes only in the front-wheel-drive Preferred trim, is a 137-horsepower, turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine coupled to a continuously variable automatic transmission. All other trims have a 155-horsepower, turbo 1.3-liter three-cylinder engine that’s paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission and front- or all-wheel drive. The Encore GX’s competitors include the Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-30 and Volkswagen Taos.
What’s New on the 2024 Buick Encore GX?
The Encore GX gets a refresh for 2024 that’s highlighted by a front-end styling revamp, including a sleek new nose and narrow LED lights. The interior is redone, gaining a new dashboard with 19 inches of displays in the form of an 11-inch touchscreen and an 8-inch digital instrument panel. Buick has also revised the Encore GX’s trim levels to include a Sport Touring trim and a fancier top-line trim called Avenir.
What Features in the 2024 Buick Encore GX Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 8-inch digital instrument display
- 11-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after free trial)
- Satellite radio
- Keyless entry and start
- Forward collision warning
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane departure steering assist
- Automatic high-beam headlights
Available features include:
- Hands-free power liftgate
- Remote start
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Navigation
- Wireless device charging
- Panoramic moonroof
- Bose premium stereo
- 360-degree camera system
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind spot warning
Should I Buy the 2024 Buick Encore GX?
The Encore GX straddles a line between mainstream and luxury-badged small SUVs. Granted, its two available turbo three-cylinder engines are better for gas mileage than they are for acceleration or passing power. Still, the Encore GX is a good value based on its affordable price point and generous amount of standard equipment. It also has a surprisingly racy look, which many SUV shoppers might not expect to find in a Buick.
