Like everyone else (probably everyone else in the world), I trashed the idea of a 1.3L 3 cylinder engine...even with a turbo. I thought, no way I would ever consider that. Then, I drove one of these this past weekend with my daughter who is looking to lease a new car and liked the look of this one, and I was shocked at how good it is. Honestly, if you haven't actually driven this vehicle with the 1.3 engine (we drove the FWD version, 1.3L turbo with CVT), this thing moves out just fine. No, you're not going to win a race against a Camaro. But if you're a mid-20's young lady looking for a solid small SUV to get around town in, to and from work, out with friends at night...whatever...this Encore GX does the job. It's very good looking...especially with the ST trim, quiet inside, solid acceleration and handling, ample storage with the seats folded flat and literally tons of safety features (front end collision warning, lane departure warnings, rear cross traffic alerts, backup camera..etc.). As a Dad, I want my kid to have access to that kind of technology. I totally endorse this vehicle, even though I was very skeptical about the engine when she first considered it.
@stageb22334 жыл бұрын
Lol you are on corner roads, do a 0-60 on a straight road. I have gotten 7-8 seconds with AWD on and the 1.3 engine.
@eplourde46344 жыл бұрын
You made a mistake, you can't get the 1.2 with AWD, and you can't get the CVT with AWD.
@rbielarski4 жыл бұрын
One of the neat things about this SUV is the fold-flat front passenger seat.....it really increases storage/cargo practicality.
@hippiedachshunds16323 жыл бұрын
Love my 2020 Encore GX Essence. I haven't had it very long and am still getting acquainted with all the features. The self parking feature is my favorite. The lack of horsepower, etc. wasn't a deal breaker for me - I'm a 60+ woman and it's plenty quick for life in my midsized city.
@rogerredding52692 жыл бұрын
The 2 Litre turbo with the 9 speed 🚄 auto could be a good combination for this vehicle 🚜🚑?. ? This engine 🚂 option could be a winner 🏆 in its class 😉☺️??.
@Raptor-bt6zp4 жыл бұрын
Insane pricing for a very small vehicle that’s good for city driving. Way over priced
@danielpederson90253 жыл бұрын
Bought a 2021 Encore GX Preferred FWD 1.2 w/CVT. Enjoy the smooth, quiet, adequate power/acceleration. I’ve been consistently getting over 30mpg over that past 4,000 miles. Buick had lots of rebates/discounts bringing the $26,000+ MSRP down to $19,240…what a value!
@ervinmezey75724 жыл бұрын
1.3 ltr turbo. Might lease the car but would never own it. Reliability is a gamble.
@carbuzzcom4 жыл бұрын
The reliability should be fine and wouldn't matter as much if leasing.
@majorierahming1174 жыл бұрын
Is that because there's not enough data for the GX as far as reliability?
@carbuzzcom4 жыл бұрын
@@majorierahming117 Not enough to say for sure.
@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind4 жыл бұрын
Eh shouldn’t be much of an issue Buick ranks in the top 3 or top 5 for reliability among car brands for the last decade and in the last 5years has ranked over either Lexus or Toyota for 2nd place So ik a 3cyl T with a CVT seems scary but I’m sure it’ll probably get a 4/5 for reliability
@shawnb58994 жыл бұрын
I like the look of this little suv, but where I struggle is the top trim with an ST package will cost you just as much as a Mazda CX-5 reserve.
@normt4304 жыл бұрын
They look good on the street too!
@BOSSYtexasCHICK3 жыл бұрын
GREAT job, you touched on EVERY single subject YOur video has answered EVERY question i could not find the answers to ANYWHERE else (and i watched almost every vid on this Encore GX there is!!! BTC
@jeffmorse6454 жыл бұрын
Was seriously considering one... until Ford released information about the Bronco Sport earlier this week. Think I'll wait for that now. About the same prices as a well optioned Encore GX with AWD and way cooler!
@carbuzzcom4 жыл бұрын
Yes, but that's a base Bronco Sport. You will need to compare them with the same options. But Bronco Sport looks great for sure.
@jrs92644 жыл бұрын
Just a Chevy Blazer with a fancy interior. The other one is a rebadged Daewoo, via Opel.
@carbuzzcom4 жыл бұрын
It's a Trailblazer actually.
@sallyduke68694 жыл бұрын
Just bought one absolutely love it
@normt4304 жыл бұрын
@@sallyduke6869 the Encore GX looks thr luxury part!
@normt4304 жыл бұрын
GM sold Opel years ago.
@crossbones89563 жыл бұрын
Great review. I just bought one in the ST, black on black and I love it. Coming from a 2011 Kia Soul, Base, this was a huge upgrade. That Kia had a 4 cylinder engine, 1.2L, and this is putting our way more horsepower. The fit and finish is just a bit above the Teailblazer, and you can obviously tell that Buick added the soft touches and sound dampening that the Chevy doesn’t have. With discounts, I was in the 2020 GX for less than what I could have bought the Trailblazer for, so it really was a no-brainer. I didn’t get the top tier of this model but I did find one with the all wheel drive which will be great come winter in Ohio.
@patriciamontiel11144 жыл бұрын
For long commutes...is it better to have a cvt or automatic transmission?
@carbuzzcom4 жыл бұрын
It depends, but with this car, we prefer the CVT
@ingenunis50033 жыл бұрын
Like it👍
@MrRowdy14u4 жыл бұрын
Can't help but wonder how this vehicle could handle ATL's freeway traffic 🤔👀👀
@carbuzzcom4 жыл бұрын
Probably
@ingenunis50033 жыл бұрын
Nice Review
@scottferris63094 жыл бұрын
Zero to 60 in more than 10 seconds. No thanks. I will be looking elsewhere.
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