2020 Buick Encore GX Essence
Buick Encore GX Details
L3, 1.3L; VVT; Turbo
Chili Red Metallic
AWD
Gasoline
43,135 Miles
Whisper Beige with Ebony interior accents
L21641
KL4MMGSL9LB102857
Essence
Estimated Payment
$0 / month
About This 2020 Buick Encore GX
Non-Smoker vehicle, Ford Blue Certified, LOW MILES - 43,135! FUEL EFFICIENT 29 MPG Hwy/26 MPG City! Heated Leather Seats, Sunroof, Navigation, Dual Zone A/C, Remote Engine Start, AWD, Turbo Charged, Alloy Wheels, HANDS-FREE POWER LIFTGATE PACKAGE, ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE. AND MORE!DISCOVER THE LUTHER ADVANTAGEThe Luther Advantage is a complete and comprehensive package of benefits designed to make buying-and driving-a vehicle from the Luther dealerships a pleasant and convenient experience. From the peace of mind that comes with a 5 Day-500 Mile Return or Exchange Policy, 30 Day 1,500 miles Full Warranty and 60 Day 2,500 miles Limited Powertrain Warranty and Free CARFAX Reports & Clean Title Guarantee on pre-owned vehicles, as well as providing Luther customers with full range of valuable savings at participating Holiday Stationstores including 10 cents off a gallon, $6 for The Works car wash among other advantages and guarantees. As much as we like satisfying customers, we like keeping them even more.WHY BUY FROM US?Luther North Country Ford has the largest selection of new & certified pre-owned Ford inventory in the area. Part of the Luther Auto Family & the Luther Advantage, benefit from gas & car wash discounts to specials on repairs. The Luther Advantage gives our customers a full range of discounts, advantages & guarantees. 5 Day-500 Mile Exchange Policy, CarFax Reports, Fixed Right Guarantee & On-Time Promise on repairs. As much as we like satisfying customersBUY WITH CONFIDENCEEvery Blue Certified used vehicle must pass a 139-point inspection, Service available at any Ford Dealer in the 50 states, and a manufacturer-backed 90-Day/4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty, and Complimentary 24/7 Roadside Assistance, 11,000 FordPass Rewards Points to use towardscheduled maintenance visits or other rewards, CARFAX Vehicle History Report included, Complimentary SiriusXM 3-month trialCheck whether a vehicle is subject to open recalls for safety issues at safercar.govHorsepower calculations based on trim engine configuration. Fuel economy calculations based on original manufacturer data for trim engine configuration. Please confirm the accuracy of the included equipment by calling us prior to purchase.
Features & Options
- LICENSE PLATE BRACKET FRONT
- AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURE BOSE PREMIUM 7-SPEAKER SYSTEM with amplifier and HD Radio
- HEAD-UP DISPLAY
- WHISPER BEIGE WITH EBONY INTERIOR ACCENTS LEATHER-APPOINTED SEAT TRIM
- MOONROOF POWER TILT-SLIDING
- ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL - CAMERA
- REAR PARK ASSIST
- ENGINE ECOTEC 1.3L TURBO (GM-estimated 155 hp [115 kW] @ 5 600 rpm / 174 lb-ft torque [236 Nm] @ 1 600 rpm FWD/AWD models) (STD)
- ESSENCE PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Includes Standard Equipment
- TRANSMISSION 9-SPEED AUTOMATIC 9T4X GEN 1 (STD)
- LIFTGATE POWER HANDS FREE
- CHILI RED METALLIC
- RADIO HD
- HD SURROUND VISION
- SEATS FRONT BUCKET (STD)
- ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE includes (IOU) 8 diagonal Buick Infotainment System with Navigation (KSG) Adaptive Cruise Control - Camera (UD7) Rear Park Assist (UV2) HD Surround Vision and (UV7) Head-Up Display
- WHEELS 18 (45.7 CM) ALUMINUM MEDIUM ANDROID HIGH GLOSS with chrome inserts
- EXPERIENCE BUICK PACKAGE (C3U) power moonroof (IOU) 8 diagonal Buick Infotainment System with Navigation (UVB) HD Rear Vision Camera and (RQK) 18 Medium Android High Gloss wheels with chrome inserts
- HANDS-FREE POWER LIFTGATE PACKAGE includes (TC2) Hands-free power liftgate
- AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURE MEMORY CARD RECEPTACLE
- AUDIO SYSTEM 8 DIAGONAL BUICK INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION includes multi-touch display AM/FM/SiriusXM stereo Bluetooth streaming audio for music and most phones Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability for compatible phones advanced voice recognition in-vehicle apps personalized profiles for infotainment and vehicle settings (Includes (MCR) Memory card receptacle. Includes (UVB) HD Rear Vision Camera when (PCJ) Experience Buick Package is ordered or (UV2) HD Surround Vision when (WPA) Advanced Technology Package is ordered.)
- Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Front Collision Mitigation
- Front Collision Warning
- Automatic Highbeams
- Turbocharged
- Immobilizer
- Keyless Start
- All Wheel Drive
- Power Steering
- ABS
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Aluminum Wheels
- Tires - Front All-Season
- Tires - Rear All-Season
- Temporary Spare Tire
- Automatic Headlights
- Automatic Highbeams
- Fog Lamps
- Heated Mirrors
- Power Mirror(s)
- Privacy Glass
- Intermittent Wipers
- AM/FM Stereo
- MP3 Capability
- Bluetooth Connection
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Smart Device Integration
- Satellite Radio
- Requires Subscription
- Bluetooth Connection
- WiFi Hotspot
- Bucket Seats
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Power Passenger Seat
- Power Driver Seat
- Driver Adjustable Lumbar
- Passenger Adjustable Lumbar
- Heated Front Seat(s)
- Mirror Memory
- Seat Memory
- Pass-Through Rear Seat
- Rear Bench Seat
- Floor Mats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Adjustable Steering Wheel
- Leather Steering Wheel
- Cruise Control
- Steering Wheel Audio Controls
- Front Collision Warning
- Power Windows
- Power Windows
- Power Windows
- Power Door Locks
- Keyless Entry
- Power Door Locks
- Universal Garage Door Opener
- Cruise Control
- Keyless Entry
- Power Door Locks
- Remote Engine Start
- Security System
- Security System
- MP3 Capability
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Climate Control
- Multi-Zone A/C
- A/C
- Rear Defrost
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Driver Vanity Mirror
- Passenger Vanity Mirror
- Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror
- Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror
- Cargo Shade
- Traction Control
- Stability Control
- Front Collision Mitigation
- Front Collision Warning
- Front Collision Mitigation
- Daytime Running Lights
- Front Side Air Bag
- Rear Side Air Bag
- Front Head Air Bag
- Rear Head Air Bag
- Knee Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag Sensor
- Telematics
- Requires Subscription
- Back-Up Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Front Collision Warning
- Child Safety Locks
- Driver Restriction Features
- Tire Pressure Monitor
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2020 Buick Encore GX Essence Review
As Buick continues their transition away from cars to a premium SUV brand, they’ve got more slots to fill between Encore and Enclave and this new Encore GX takes up residence on the smaller side, capitalizing on their most popular nameplate.Last year, Buick sold over 100,000 Encores in the U.S. That’s pretty impressive for a model that’s in its 8th year of production and saw its last refresh 3 years ago. But with the discontinuation of the Regal TourX the door has opened ever so slightly for another SUV to squeeze in below the Envision…and that’s what I have here in the Encore GX.
With a starting price of $25,000, the GX carries a roughly $800 premium over its smaller sibling. And Buick has brought their tiny, turbocharged engine A game to the 2 Encore models with 1.2- and 1.3-liter engines offered here and a 1.4-liter as standard fair on the regular Encore. It’s a somewhat odd powertrain strategy but for an extra $395 this all-aluminum, direct-injected 3-cylinder is the power champ of the trio, producing 155 horsepower and 174 pound-feet of torque at a low 1,600 RPM. If you opt for AWD, something my tester doesn’t have, this engine is standard and swaps out its CVT for a 9-speed auto. This 1.3/CVT combo is also the fuel economy leader of the bunch, rated at 31mpg in combined driving with an over 400 mile driving range.
I admit, when I first saw the Encore at its auto show reveal I never would have imagined it’d be such a sales success. But the Encore is really small - so in comes the Encore GX which gives shoppers a slightly bigger alternative. Even though they’re actually 2 different vehicles, the GX ostensibly fills the same need - a well-equipped, 30+mpg, quasi-SUV that’s city friendly wearing an upmarket badge.
This Chili Red is a beautiful color and in this top-level Essence trim, the GX with its LED lighting and stylish 18”wheels looks the part of a cultured crossover SUV and that’s exemplified even more in the cabin, where the brown and black leather, faux metal accents and imaginative design create an uptown image. Mine also adds in some goodies like the Advanced Technology Package which includes a surround vision camera – a favorite of mine, a little flip up head-up display, adaptive cruise and this well-stocked and easy-to-use touchscreen infotainment system with on-board navigation. It also packs in cool features like Amazon Alexa integration, OnStar and Marketplace that facilitates on the go food ordering and more. And then there’s an automatic parking assistant for both parallel and perpendicular spots and wireless device charging but not wireless CarPlay. Throw in the hands-free liftgate with a Buick logo projection to help you place your foot, and this Encore GX Essence FWD totals $33,465…an appealing price considering the depth of features. And hey look at this – the rare, height-adjustable passenger seat.
When you hear 3-cylinder turbo and CVT your gut reaction is to cringe. Especially in a premium marque. But amazingly this power train is an Encore GX strong suit. Whether on the highway or climbing a country road this thing never feels underpowered. It’s surprisingly reactive and the CVT plays along very nicely. But the ride quality lacks polish and feels more like something you’d expect from an entry level Chevy and the way it handles the road leaves very little impression at all. So the Encore GX plays up its high feature content and does so very well.
If your travels frequently take you through potholed city streets, the GX is going to be a rough go. The semi-independent rear suspension and front struts don’t provide nearly enough cushioning and this is by far the GX’s biggest misstep. There’re also no drive modes of any kind which is unusual at this level.
Legroom back here between the Encore and the GX is the same which is to say not very much and overall there’s only a little more passenger room in general. Where the GX gains any appreciable room is in the cargo area.
This sliding, adjustable floor also provides some more flexibility and storage to create standard and max cargo room that is greater than that of the Volvo XC40.
The Encore GX should do very well for Buick because it plays to the same feature conscious audience as the highly successful Encore – just bigger and with a better powertrain for not much more money. It is not a driver’s choice, however. Imported from Korea along with its Chevy Trailblazer counterpart, the GX is on sale now.