2022 Buick Encore GX





Total MSRP | $25,395 |
---|---|
What others are paying | $25,755 |

- 8 Colors
- 3 Trims
- 6 Packages

2022 Buick Encore GX Review

- Appealing design both inside and out
- Pleasing mix of sharp handling with a comfortable ride quality
- Desirable infotainment and driving assistance tech is standard
- Lots of space for passengers and cargo
- A little too noisy on the highway
- Thick roof pillars reduce rear visibility
- Costs nearly as much as one-size-bigger SUVs
- 1.3-liter engine now standard on top Essence trim
- Part of the first Encore GX generation introduced for 2020
Before you do more research on the Encore, know that there are actually two Encore SUVs: the original Encore extra-small SUV, which has been around since 2013, and the newish Encore GX. The "GX" part makes it sound like a trim level but it's effectively the replacement for the original Encore, even though Buick is selling both SUVs for 2022.
The Encore GX is at the larger and more luxurious end of the extra-small SUV segment. It comes with a wealth of available technology and safety features as well as a more upscale interior than most other rival SUVs. Its larger than average size, for the class, also benefits interior and cargo space.
But those extra features and larger size come at a cost, making the Encore GX one of the more expensive vehicles in its class. Depending on what you want from your little SUV, you might find the smaller Chevrolet Trailblazer or adventurous Subaru Crosstrek more to your liking. Mazda's equally premium CX-30 provides more power, and one-size-larger SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Hyundai Tucson offer more size and power for similar money. Check out our Expert Rating below to see if the Buick Encore GX hits the sweet spot with your SUV needs.
Performance
Acceleration from the turbocharged 1.3-liter three-cylinder is a bit quicker than average for the segment; our test model covered 0-60 mph in 9.2 seconds. Around town, the engine feels strong.
There are only a few standout nitpicks. The brake pedal is fairly sensitive, and that can make it hard to consistently stop smoothly. Also, the nine-speed transmission takes a few ticks longer than we'd like to select the right gear when you want more power. Finally, the engine stop-start system bucks the car when it fires back up at a stoplight. Thankfully, you can shut it off.
Comfort
Front seat comfort is underwhelming. The padding is firm, and some drivers will wish for more lateral support. Tire noise is noticeable at highway speeds, and the three-cylinder is particularly vocal. Even if you aren't flooring the throttle, you'll hear the engine rumble and roar when pulling away from a stop. You can also feel engine vibrations through the steering wheel; most modern cars have filtered such vibration out.
2022 Buick Encore GX pricing
in Ashburn, VA




Interior
Though you'll have to duck to get inside, the cabin is roomy enough to not further hamper entry or exit. Without the optional sunroof, the GX has plenty of headroom front and back, and there's good legroom for taller passengers too. The driver's seat feels a little upright, but most drivers should be able to fit easily. Side-rear visibility is somewhat hampered by a sweeping beltline.
Technology
There are a lot of safety features, including rarities such as a 360-degree camera system and a digital rearview mirror. All safety features are well executed, though the forward collision warning is a touch too sensitive. We applaud the Encore GX for offering a voice command system — many vehicles in this class don't. We do wish this Buick used more natural language recognition. The results of some commands could be a bit frustrating.
Storage
The cupholders will hold beverages of most sizes, provided you aren't packing a large Yeti tumbler. Cubbies are relatively small but numerous, with spaces in front of the shifter and armrest. Under the armrest is a useful bin with a divider tray. The door pockets are merely adequate. For kid duty, the Encore GX works out OK. There's decent room for child safety seats, but the car seat anchors are somewhat hidden and hard to spot.
Fuel Economy
Value
But the upscale accommodations come at a literal cost. The Encore GX is quite expensive for a subcompact crossover SUV, with prices that start within a whisper of top-ranked small SUVs. With that in mind, we think a larger model such as a Honda CR-V or Mazda CX-5 gives you more refinement and better bang for the buck. But if you want a premium small SUV without paying full price for a luxury model, the Encore GX makes a strong case for itself.
The bumper-to-bumper and powertrain warranties are average for the segment, but roadside assistance is offered for longer than usual. The first service visit is complimentary.
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Which Encore GX does Edmunds recommend?
Buick Encore GX models
The 2022 Buick Encore GX is an extra-small crossover SUV offered in three trim levels: Preferred, Select and Essence. Standard on all front-wheel-drive Preferred and Select models is a turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine (137 horsepower, 162 lb-ft) paired to a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Standard on the Essence trim and all-wheel-drive models — and optional for the front-wheel-drive Select trim — is a turbocharged 1.3-liter three-cylinder (155 hp, 174 lb-ft). This engine is paired to a CVT on front-wheel-drive models, while AWD versions get a nine-speed automatic transmission.
Preferred
The base Preferred model comes standard with:
- Alloy wheels
- Heated mirrors
- Keyless entry and ignition
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Height-adjustable driver's seat
- Cloth/imitation leather combination upholstery
Included safety and technology features:
- 8-inch touchscreen
- Onboard Wi-Fi hotspot
- Six-speaker audio system
- Satellite radio
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
- Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Options for the Encore GX Preferred include:
Cold Weather Comfort package
- Remote engine start
- Power-adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats
Safety package
- Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
- Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Select
Moving up to the Select trim adds:
- Cold Weather Comfort package
- Roof rails
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Rear armrest
- Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert
Essence
The top-trim Essence comes standard with:
- LED headlights
- In-cabin air ionizer (helps remove air particulates)
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Heated steering wheel
- Driver's seat memory settings
- Power-adjustable passenger seat
- Leather upholstery
Other options, depending on the trim level, to look out for include:
- Advanced Technology package (Select and Essence)
- Navigation system
- Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto a piece of plastic near the windshield)
- 360-degree camera (gives you a top-down view of the car for tight parking situations)
- Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
- Convenience package (Essence only)
- Wireless charging pad
- Automatic wipers
- Rearview camera integrated with rearview mirror (allows you to display a live rear camera video feed on the rearview mirror)
- Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with no driver intervention)
- Sunroof
- Hands-free liftgate
- Seven-speaker Bose audio system




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Top Subcompact SUVs for 2021-2022 | Extra-Small & Easy to Drive – What's Not to Like?
NOTE: This video is about the 2021 Buick Encore GX, but since the 2022 Buick Encore GX is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $25,395
- MPG & Fuel
- 29 City / 31 Hwy / 30 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: front wheel drive
- Transmission: Continuously variable-speed automatic
- Engine
- Inline 3 cylinder
- Horsepower: 137 hp @ 5000 rpm
- Torque: 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 3 yr./ 36000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 171.4 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 71.4 in.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 23.5 cu.ft.

- 8 Colors
- 3 Trims
- $25,995starting MSRP

Safety
Our experts’ favorite Encore GX safety features:
- Teen Driver
- Monitors teen driver use of a vehicle, providing a driving report card to parents after the teen returns home.
- Buick Driver Confidence
- Bundles a collection of driving aids including forward collision warning, pedestrian detection and automatic emergency braking.
- OnStar and Buick Connected Services
- Provides automatic collision notifications and other connected safety services through OnStar.
NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating | Rating |
---|---|
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | 4 / 5 |
Side Crash Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Side Barrier Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | 5 / 5 |
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings | Rating |
Front Seat | 5 / 5 |
Back Seat | 5 / 5 |
Rollover | Rating |
Rollover | 4 / 5 |
Dynamic Test Result | No Tip |
Risk Of Rollover | 18.5% |
Buick Encore GX vs. the competition

2022 Buick Encore GX

2021 Hyundai Tucson
Buick Encore GX vs. Hyundai Tucson
The Encore GX's higher price does invite comparison against larger SUVs, and the Hyundai Tucson is one of them. Even in one of its higher trim levels, the Tucson is priced similarly to the smaller Encore GX and offers a more powerful engine, a comfortable ride and an easy-to-use infotainment system. It's generally an excellent value for the money.
Buick Encore GX vs. Chevrolet Trailblazer
The Trailblazer sacrifices some size for a lower price and represents a more typical example of an extra-small SUV. Despite its size, the Trailblazer offers a roomy interior and decent cargo capacity. And the Trailblazer undercuts the Buick by several thousand dollars even when it's fully loaded with many safety and tech features and equipped with the same engine that's available in the Encore GX.
Buick Encore GX vs. Mazda CX-30
Another extra-small SUV with a premium feel is the Mazda CX-30. Not only is the CX-30's interior dripping with style but it's also comfortable and easy to use. The Mazda also offers a significantly more powerful turbocharged engine than the Buick, but it falls well short of the Encore GX's fuel economy numbers.
FAQ
Is the Buick Encore GX a good car?
What's new in the 2022 Buick Encore GX?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Buick Encore GX:
- 1.3-liter engine now standard on top Essence trim
- Part of the first Encore GX generation introduced for 2020
Is the Buick Encore GX reliable?
Is the 2022 Buick Encore GX a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2022 Buick Encore GX?
The least-expensive 2022 Buick Encore GX is the 2022 Buick Encore GX Preferred 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $24,200.
Other versions include:
- Preferred 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $24,200
- Select 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $25,800
- Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A) which starts at $26,200
- Select 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A) which starts at $27,800
- Essence 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $29,000
- Essence 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A) which starts at $30,600
What are the different models of Buick Encore GX?
2022 Buick Encore GX Overview
The 2022 Buick Encore GX is offered in the following submodels: Encore GX SUV. Available styles include Essence 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A), Essence 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT), Select 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT), Select 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A), Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A), and Preferred 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT). Buick Encore GX models are available with a 1.3 L-liter gas engine or a 1.2 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 155 hp, depending on engine type. The 2022 Buick Encore GX comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic, continuously variable-speed automatic. The 2022 Buick Encore GX comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.
What do people think of the 2022 Buick Encore GX?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2022 Buick Encore GX and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2022 Encore GX 3.9 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2022 Encore GX.
Pros
- Appealing design both inside and out
- Pleasing mix of sharp handling with a comfortable ride quality
- Desirable infotainment and driving assistance tech is standard
- Lots of space for passengers and cargo
Cons
- A little too noisy on the highway
- Thick roof pillars reduce rear visibility
- Costs nearly as much as one-size-bigger SUVs
Edmunds Expert Reviews
Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2022 Buick Encore GX and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2022 Encore GX featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.
Our Review Process
This review was written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. Our team drives every car you can buy. We put the vehicles through rigorous testing, evaluating how they drive and comparing them in detail to their competitors.
We're also regular people like you, so we pay attention to all the different ways people use their cars every day. We want to know if there's enough room for our families and our weekend gear and whether or not our favorite drink fits in the cupholder. Our editors want to help you make the best decision on a car that fits your life.
What's a good price for a New 2022 Buick Encore GX?
2022 Buick Encore GX Preferred 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
Available Inventory:We are showing 15 2022 Buick Encore GX Preferred 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburn area.
2022 Buick Encore GX Select 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
Available Inventory:We are showing 11 2022 Buick Encore GX Select 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburn area.
2022 Buick Encore GX Essence 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT)
Available Inventory:We are showing 8 2022 Buick Encore GX Essence 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburn area.
Which 2022 Buick Encore GXS are available in my area?
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What is the MPG of a 2022 Buick Encore GX?
2022 Buick Encore GX Essence 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A), 9-speed shiftable automatic, regular unleaded
27 MPG compined MPG,
26 city MPG/29 highway MPG
2022 Buick Encore GX Essence 4dr SUV (1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT), continuously variable-speed automatic, regular unleaded
30 MPG compined MPG,
29 city MPG/32 highway MPG
2022 Buick Encore GX Select 4dr SUV (1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT), continuously variable-speed automatic, regular unleaded
30 MPG compined MPG,
29 city MPG/31 highway MPG
EPA Est. MPG | 27 |
Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
Drive Train | all wheel drive |
Displacement | 1.3 L |
Passenger Volume | N/A |
Wheelbase | 102.2 in. |
Length | 171.4 in. |
Width | N/A |
Height | 64.1 in. |
Curb Weight | N/A |
Should I lease or buy a 2022 Buick Encore GX?
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