Occupying the not-quite-luxury middle ground, the Encore GX can square off against Euro-style high-end models such as the Volvo XC40 and Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class.
Those two certainly cost more, but they deliver a lot more power, too.
The Lexus UX has a sophisticated feel and a thrifty hybrid powertrain, though its performance is on par with the Encore GX.
Look at the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage which impress in higher trim levels while delivering a little more space than you’ll find in a similarly priced Buick.
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The 2023 Buick Encore GX is a stylish small SUV with a perky personality and reasonable pricing as long as you’re judicious with options. |
The 2023 Kia Sportage grows into mid-size SUV proportions, and is loaded with standard safety and convenience features. |
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson swings for the styling and efficiency fences–and connects. |
The 2022 Lexus UX prioritizes sharp styling and good fuel economy over a truly engaging driving experience. |
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLA small SUV ushers upwardly mobile buyers into the brand. |
The 2022 Volvo XC40 puts lots of personality into a compact crossover body. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $24,400 | $25,990 | $24,950 | $33,450 | $36,400 | $35,100 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 26 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 24 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy | 29 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Turbocharged | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Midsize Cars | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD |
| Style Name | |||||
| FWD 4-Door Preferred | LX FWD | SE FWD *Ltd Avail* | UX 200 FWD | GLA 250 SUV | T4 FWD Momentum |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Continuously Variable Ratio | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic/CVT w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2023 Buick Encore GX vs. 2023 Kia Sportage | 2023 Buick Encore GX vs. 2022 Hyundai Tucson | 2023 Buick Encore GX vs. 2022 Lexus UX | 2023 Buick Encore GX vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class | 2023 Buick Encore GX vs. 2022 Volvo XC40 | |
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