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2025 Buick

Encore GX FWD

Auto (variable gear ratios), 3 cyl, 1.2 L, Turbo

Buick Encore GX: best and worst years
2025 Buick Encore GX FWD (photo 1 of 5)
2025 photoChris WoodrichCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026

Engine & performance

HP
137
Power to weight
0.045 hp/lb
Axle ratio
5.45

Efficiency

Smog score
6/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1C (4,001 to 5,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
15 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated seatsUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Heated steering wheel
    Standalone option
  • Leather seats
    Standalone option
  • Panoramic sunroof
    Standalone option

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Backup camera
    Standard
  • Parking sensors
    Standalone option

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Standalone option
  • Automatic emergency braking
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standalone option
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Android Auto
    Standard
  • Apple CarPlay
    Standard
  • Keyless entry
    Standard
  • Navigation systemUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Power liftgate
    Standalone option
  • Push-button start
    Standard
  • Remote start
    Standard
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Wireless phone chargingUnconfirmed
    Standalone option

Exterior

  • Roof railsUnconfirmed
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25%
  • POWER TRAIN13%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER13%
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION8%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE8%
  • AIR BAGS4%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 24 total.

Buick Encore GX: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

177 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 8, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6033B

    This Preliminary information communicates to technicians to remove the pulley assembly and inspect the drive chain and pulley surfaces.

  • Jun 5, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6031E

    This PI addresses leaks from the case half and provides repair direction to dealer technicians

  • Jun 5, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6548A

    This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the direction needed when encountering an issue with switching between adaptive cruise control and regular cruise control or an issue with automatic high beam feature after the front camera was replaced.

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6503A

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongoing engineering investigation. Technicians must not replace the front camera module unless they have: 1.Completed the diagnostic procedure in this PI, and 2.Contacted TAC and received authorization, including the SI document number and specific step that directs camera replacement.

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6116

    This document assists GM Dealer technician's with diagnosing turbocharger concerns to ensure turbocharger replacement is necessary. The turbocharger part number will be placed on order restriction and the technician will have to contact GM Technical Assistance to verify the turbocharge is at fault and needed. GM Technical Assistance will verify the turbocharger is needed and then order it for the dealer.

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6032C

    PIP6032B provides diagnostic direction for dealers when encountering transmission leaks

  • May 29, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6611G

    PI provides information on how to obtain a restricted radio

  • May 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6519

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be converted to a bulletin when a repair is available.

  • and 169 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70k mi
Roadside assistance
6 yr / 70k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi

Source: www.gmfleet.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.