Overview of the 2025 Buick Encore GX and 2024 Buick Encore GX Avenir
The 2025 Buick Encore GX and 2024 Buick Encore GX Avenir are both front-engine vehicles, offering options for either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. These models feature 5-passenger seating and a 4-door wagon-type design.
Pricing Details
The base price for these models starts at $34,795, with a tested value of up to $39,580. Several optional features are available for these vehicles, including a panoramic moonroof, and two unique packages that elevate the driving experience. The Avenir Technology package contains advanced features like adaptive cruise control, a review camera interior mirror, a surround-view camera system, and wireless device charging. The Avenir Convenience package includes extras like a Bose premium audio system, a hands-free power liftgate, rain-sensing wipers, and rear park assist. The optional White Frost Tricoat paint adds a stylish touch for an additional price.
Engine Specifications
Broadly, these vehicles are powered by a turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 12-valve inline-3 engine. The aluminum block and head design offers increased durability, using direct fuel injection for efficient performance. This engine has a displacement of 82 in3 (1338 cm3), produces 155 hp at 5600 rpm, and offers torque of 174 lb-ft at 1600 rpm.
Transmission and Chassis
The vehicles use a 9-speed automatic transmission to optimize fuel efficiency and performance. Their chassis design features front struts and a rear torsion beam, 11.8-in vented disc brakes at the front and 11.4-in disc brakes at the rear. The vehicle is equipped with Continental ProContact TX tires.
Dimensions and Capacity
The vehicles have a wheelbase of 102.2 inches, a total length of 171.4 inches, a width of 71.4 inches, and a height of 64.1 inches. The passenger volume in the front and rear totals 50 and 42 cubic feet respectively, and the cargo volume behind the front/rear seats totals 50/24 cubic feet. The total curb weight of the vehicle is 3384 lb.
Performance and Fuel Economy
In terms of performance, these cars can reach from 0-60 mph in 8.8 seconds. The quarter-mile test is covered in 16.9 sec at a speed of 82 mph with a top speed (estimated) of 120 mph. The cars have observed fuel economy of approximately 22 mpg in city driving, and up to 30 mpg on the highway with a range of 390 miles. According to the EPA, combined city and highway fuel economy is approximately 27 mpg.
Testing Methodology
Car and Driver’s (C/D) testing methodology is reliable and precise. The rolling start from 5–60 mph is 10.1 sec, while top gear (30-50 mph) and (50-70 mph) times are 4.8 sec and 6.8 sec respectively. The vehicle exhibits excellent roadholding capabilities with a 300-ft skidpad of 0.81 g. Braking distance from 70-0 mph averages around 176 ft.