2026 Encore GX

The 2026 Buick Encore GX starts at $28,290*.

The 2026 Buick Encore GX is offered in three trims — Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir — each with a distinct mix of value, style and premium features

Preferred (starting at $28,290*): Includes Buick’s signature QuietTuning®, which helps reduce unwanted sounds for a quiet interior, an Ultrawide 11" diagonal HD color touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility* and wireless Android Auto™ compatibility*, and standard advanced safety and driver assistance features*, including Automatic Emergency Braking* and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning.*

Sport Touring (starting at $29,095*): Features 18-inch Gloss Black wheels, unique grille and trim accents, and ST badging. Interior upgrades include a flat-bottom steering wheel and available two-tone seat materials.

Avenir (starting at $33,395*): Avenir delivers elevated refinement with 19-inch wheels, perforated leather-appointed seats, a power liftgate and upgraded interior finishes.

The “GX” in Buick Encore GX stands for Grand Crossover, highlighting its larger size and elevated position over the original Encore.

While it shares part of its name with Buick’s earlier subcompact SUV, the Encore GX is a completely distinct vehicle. The GX label helps communicate that this is a more premium and versatile SUV. In short, “Grand Crossover” isn’t just a name — it describes what the Encore GX is designed to be.

You can remote start a Buick Encore GX either via the key fob* (if equipped) or using the myBuick mobile app’s* remote commands* (if your vehicle and plan support it).

• Using the key fob: Press the lock button, then press and hold the remote start button (often a circular arrow icon) for about 4 seconds. The turn signals should flash to confirm the engine has started. To stop it, press the remote start button again. The remote start run time is typically 15 minutes. You can extend it for another 15 minutes (to a total of 30) by repeating the remote start sequence while it’s running.
• Using the myBuick mobile app*: Open the app and go to the My Vehicle tab on the home screen. If your Encore GX is properly equipped and your plan supports it, you’ll see a remote start (or “CLIMATE”) icon. Press and hold that icon until the “Keep Holding” prompt disappears to send the command. The command will show “Sent” when it succeeds. Your vehicle must be connected to a compatible OnStar®* service plan for remote commands* to function.

Always check that doors are locked, the vehicle is in Park and the hood is fully closed before attempting remote start, as safety interlocks may block the command otherwise.

Yes, all-wheel drive is available on every Buick Encore GX trim, while front-wheel drive comes standard.

The Encore GX is designed with flexibility in mind. It offers standard front-wheel drive. For drivers who want added traction in wet, snowy or varied driving conditions, Buick offers available AWD across all trims.

The 2026 Buick Encore GX measures 171.1 inches in length, about 14.26 feet.

At just over 14 feet long, the Encore GX falls into a compact crossover segment that strikes a balance between maneuverability and utility. It’s easy to park, navigate tight streets, and it fits in most residential garages and parking spaces. Despite its compact exterior, the Encore GX offers seating for five along with plenty of cargo space.

The Buick Encore GX is a small crossover SUV.

The Encore GX is designed to deliver the versatility of an SUV with excellent maneuverability for city driving, crowded parking lots and tight garages.

Encore GX seats up to five passengers comfortably and offers a useful cargo area with 40/60 split folding rear seats for added flexibility and available all-wheel drive.

Yes — the Buick Encore GX is larger than the original Encore in length, width and cargo capacity, while still seating up to five.

Encore GX was designed to be a more spacious evolution of the original Encore. It features a longer wheelbase and offers more interior room and cargo flexibility.

For example, the Encore GX’s cargo space behind the rear seats is about 23.5 cu. ft.*. Even with the rear seats folded, the GX offers more total cargo capacity than the original Encore. 

The Buick Encore GX can tow up to 1,000 lbs., when properly equipped.

With the available Trailering Package, the Encore GX’s maximum towing capacity is 1,000 lbs.*

It’s best suited for light-duty tasks, such as hauling single-axle utility trailers, small boats like personal watercraft, garden equipment trailers or cargo racks. It’s not designed for large campers, heavy boats or large recreational trailers.

Before towing, you should:

• Ensure your Encore GX is outfitted with the required trailer hitch (the trailer hitch is an available dealer-installed option).
• Check and follow the towing guidelines in your Owner’s Manual, including payload, tongue weight, and any limitations for your trim or drivetrain.
• Distribute cargo properly, keep speeds moderate and inspect towing components regularly.