The 2026 Buick Encore GX: Upscale Design, Ample Amenities, and Inviting Performance in This Compact SUV

Every automobile shopper wants the most vehicle for their money. And in the compact SUV class, no model does ROI like the 2026 Buick Encore GX. Everything about this SUV is upscale, from its serene cabin and extensive standard features to its comfortable ride and nimble handling. Better still, these qualities extend across all three Buick Encore GX trims at Lunghamer Buick GMC


 

Power and Performance

Along with three trims, our Waterford, MI Buick dealers have two engines for you to test drive. The entry-level 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred equips a 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder that outputs 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. The midrange 2026 Buick Encore GX Sport Touring (ST) and top-line 2026 Buick Encore GX Sport Avenir upgrade to a 1.3-liter turbocharged three-cylinder rated at 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque. This engine is optional for the Buick Encore GX Preferred.

Along with two engines, the 2026 Buick Encore GX offers two drivetrain choices. One pairs front-wheel drive (FWD) with a continuously variable transmission (CVT), and the other matches a nine-speed automatic transmission to all-wheel drive (AWD).

Cargo

Climb inside this Buick SUV for sale and you'll be pleasantly surprised with how much space it offers for five passengers and plenty of cargo. Front headroom and front legroom are 39.71 inches and 40.90 inches, respectively. The second row is similarly spacious, with 38.10 inches of headroom and 36.01 inches of legroom. And for your cargo needs, you'll have 23.50 cubic feet of available space behind the second row, or 50.20 cubic feet with the second row folded down.

Infotainment

The 2026 Buick Encore GX comes with an outstanding infotainment system. The focal point is an Ultrawide 11-inch diagonal touchscreen that's housed under a single pane of glass with an 8-inch reconfigurable digital instrument panel. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ come standard, as well as a six-speaker sound system - seven on AWD-equipped trims. Moreover, the Buick Encore GX Avenir can be upgrade to a seven-speaker Bose® sound system.

Drive the 2026 Buick Encore GX Near Lake Orion, MI

Boasting an incredible combination of great looks, advanced technology, and exciting performance, the 2026 Buick Encore GX holds nothing back. Enjoy a test drive at Lunghamer Buick GMC and purchase your favorite trim with our personalized Buick financing.