Key Features of the 2026 Buick Encore GX

Ultrawide 11" diagonal HD color touchscreen and infotainment display

The first thing you notice when you step inside is the sweeping, driver-focused display. The Ultrawide 11" diagonal HD color touchscreen and infotainment display anchors the cabin, pairing seamlessly with a reconfigurable 8" diagonal Driver Information Center that places key data directly in your line of sight. Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility and wireless Android Auto™ compatibility remove cable clutter and make it simple to bring in your maps, playlists, and messaging. The interface is responsive and intuitive, with crisp graphics that are easy to read at a glance. Thoughtful UI organization helps keep your most-used apps close at hand, and the reconfigurable driver display lets you prioritize turn-by-turn guidance, audio, or vehicle information depending on the moment.

Available All-Wheel Drive

For drivers who face varying conditions throughout the year, available All-Wheel Drive adds welcome assurance. The system is engineered to respond to changing traction needs by helping distribute power for confidence when you encounter wet leaves in fall, slush in winter, or gravel pull-offs on summer hikes. The Encore GX’s compact footprint pairs well with this capability, making it easy to maneuver in town while still feeling planted on winding mountain routes. Whether you’re navigating an early-morning school run or heading out for a weekend in the foothills, available All-Wheel Drive is a helpful layer of confidence that meshes seamlessly with the Encore GX’s comfortable, composed ride quality.

Available hands-free power liftgate

From grocery runs to sports gear, an SUV earns its keep at the tailgate. The available hands-free power liftgate, offered on Avenir, is the convenience you quickly wonder how you lived without. With the key fob nearby, a simple kicking motion beneath the rear bumper opens or closes the liftgate, keeping you on the move even when your hands are busy. The system’s smooth action and consistent operation make loading and unloading straightforward, and the cargo area’s wide opening helps handle bulkier items. Combine this with 60/40-split folding rear seats and you’ll find it easy to flex between passengers and cargo for errands, commutes, and quick weekend escapes.

Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam Auto High Beams

Confidence comes standard with a suite of driver-assistance technologies that work in the background to support safer decision-making. Automatic Emergency Braking can provide hard-braking assistance in certain situations to help reduce the severity of a front-end collision. Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning offers gentle steering support if it senses you unintentionally drifting from your lane. Following Distance Indicator helps you gauge your gap to the vehicle ahead, and IntelliBeam Auto High Beams can automatically turn high beams on and off as conditions change, helping optimize visibility without adding distraction. Together, these features add up to a more reassuring drive, especially during night commutes and highway trips.

Avenir, Sport Touring, and Preferred

Each trim expresses the Encore GX’s character in a distinctive way. Avenir, the highest expression of Buick luxury, brings an exclusive Avenir grille with bright chrome accents, 19" aluminum wheels with Pearl Nickel finish, and perforated leather-appointed seats with a unique quilted stitching pattern. Sport Touring goes bold with a black mesh grille featuring the ST badge, 18" Gloss Black wheels, and available leatherette seats with perforated inserts and Santorini Blue accents. Preferred delivers sophistication with every drive, featuring 18" Bright Silver painted aluminum wheels, the Ultrawide 11" diagonal HD color touchscreen and infotainment display, and cloth with leatherette seating. Whether you favor the refined presence of Summit White in Avenir, the athletic edge of ST, or the well-equipped balance of Preferred, there’s a look and feel that fits your style.