{"id":301,"date":"2022-06-22T22:05:42","date_gmt":"2022-06-22T22:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/?p=301"},"modified":"2024-09-13T14:02:58","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T14:02:58","slug":"review-2022-buick-encore-gx","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/review-2022-buick-encore-gx\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: 2022 Buick Encore GX"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p><strong>At a Glance:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9892730250928050\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\nstyle=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\ndata-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\ndata-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\ndata-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9892730250928050\"\r\ndata-ad-slot=\"3124289227\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>MSRP: From $24,200<\/li><li>Horsepower: 137 to 155 hp<\/li><li>Cargo volume: 23.5 ft\u00b3, 50.2 ft\u00b3 with seat area<\/li><li>Seating capacity: 5<\/li><li>MPG: Up to 29 city \/ 32 highway<\/li><li>Engine: 1.2 L 3-cylinder , 1.3 L 3-cylinder<\/li><\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A compact crossover SUV with a clean interior and modern safety features, the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2021&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424%2C200+MSRP*\" target=\"_blank\">Encore GX<\/a> stands out in Buick\u2019s \u201cEn\u201d family (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2021&amp;oem=GM&amp;trim=Essence+-+%2428%2C600+MSRP*\" target=\"_blank\">Encore<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;make=Buick&amp;model=Enclave&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;trim=Essence+-+%2442800.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Enclave<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;make=Buick&amp;model=Envision&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2431500.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Envision<\/a>) for its outstanding overall value.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Interior&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Buick is renowned for its womb-like cabins that translate into a quiet and comfortable ride experience and the <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GX<\/a> is no different. The interior is solidly built, and while it\u2019s not exceptionally plush, it still feels elegant and rich compared to other crossovers in the same price range.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>All controls are easy to access and use with an intuitive, simple panel layout.&nbsp; The center infotainment system is also well-designed and offers standard hands-free texting and Apple\/Android compatibility, as well as optional Wi-Fi hotspot.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>For a compact crossover, the <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GX<\/a> also has a reasonable amount of cargo volume. Though not as spacious as even economy-level competitors (Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-5, etc.), the 50 cubic ft. it does offer feels roomy and generous. In fact, one of the key differentiators between the regular <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Encore<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Encore GX model<\/a> is additional cargo and storage space.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-009.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-009.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-009-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-009-768x495.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>2022 Buick Encore GX<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Exterior<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>On the spectrum of compact crossovers, with the Honda HR-V representing the ugliest of the breed and the Audi Q3 the best, the <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Encore<\/a> falls squarely in the middle of the pack. It\u2019s attractive enough with its athletic stance and has some nice molded metal design flairs on its sides, but it doesn\u2019t stand out from the rest of the vehicles in this crowded division.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-002.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-002.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-002-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-002-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-002-660x440.jpg 660w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>2022 Buick Encore GX<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Available in three trims, the  <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GX<\/a>  provides escalating standard features, topping out with the $29,000 <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Essence<\/a>. Broken out by trim below, we highlight standard features at each trim level. Exclusive to the Sport Touring package, available on all trim levels, is a sporty mesh grill and integrated roof rails.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Important to note is Buick\u2019s inclusion of advanced safety features at all levels. No matter which <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Encore<\/a> you select, you and your loved ones will be transported safely thanks to features such as forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, following distance indicator, IntelliBeam\u00ae auto high beams and front pedestrian braking.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Preferred<\/a>, Starting at $26,400<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Buick Driver Confidence<\/li><li>QuietTuning Technology<\/li><li>18\u201d Aluminum Wheels&nbsp;<\/li><li>Wireless Android &amp; Apple connectivity&nbsp;<\/li><li>8\u201d infotainment system<\/li><\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Select<\/a>, Starting at $25,800<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Heated driver and front passenger seats<\/li><li>Remote vehicle starter system<\/li><li>Automatic dual-zone climate control<\/li><\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\">Essence<\/a>, Starting at $29,000<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Leather seating<\/li><li>LED head and tail lights<\/li><li>Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel<\/li><li>Air ionizer<\/li><li>120-volt outlet<\/li><\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-001.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-001.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-001-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2022-Buick-EncoreGX-001-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>2022 Buick Encore GX<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Power &amp; Handling<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We said the <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GX<\/a> was comfortable, and it is, but its 3-banger engine left us discomforted. There are more diplomatic ways to state it, but put plainly, the <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GX<\/a> is a bit of a wimp. The engine strain is noticeable and passing maneuvers can be challenging if you\u2019re not already at speed. If a 9 second 0-60mph is acceptable for your drive-style, you\u2019ll be fine in this <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Encore<\/a>. Otherwise, you should look elsewhere.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In spite of its lack of juice, the <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Encore GX<\/a> still handles nicely and feels balanced and responsive.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Final Thought<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Buick is constantly flirting with American buyers unwilling to settle for the simplistic and cheap interiors of economy competitors but unwilling to pay premium prices for luxury brands that offer tech and features many drivers don\u2019t understand or use. In this instance, they hit a bullseye with a small, reasonably-priced SUV that clearly beats out the low-end while at the same time edging near the style and comfort found in the high-end.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Want to learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Encore+GX&amp;year=2022&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPrice=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2424400.0*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2022 Buick Encore GX<\/a>? <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/getcardealstoday.com\/deals?make=Buick&amp;model=Envision&amp;year=2021&amp;oem=GM&amp;showRecommendedPricea=true&amp;trim=Preferred+-+%2431%2C800+MSRP*\" target=\"_blank\">Contact local dealers t<\/a><a 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with seat area Seating capacity: 5 MPG: Up to 29 city \/ 32 highway Engine: 1.2 L 3-cylinder , 1.3 L 3-cylinder A compact crossover SUV with a clean interior and modern safety features, the Encore GX stands 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