Vehicle Details
Body Style
SUV
Engine
1.3L 3Cyl
Exterior Colour
Gray
Interior Colour
Black
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Stock
302848
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Description
The 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred AWD blends modern elegance, smart versatility, and confident all-weather capability. With sculpted lines, a high-gloss black grille, and refined silver accents, this compact SUV delivers upscale comfort and advanced safety in a city-friendly footprint, perfect for drivers who want premium style with everyday practicality.Â
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Performance & CapabilityÂ
Engine: ECOTEC 1.3L Turbocharged engine delivering responsive power with impressive efficiencyÂ
Transmission: Smooth and refined 9-speed automatic for seamless accelerationÂ
Drivetrain: Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Driver Select Modes for enhanced traction and controlÂ
Suspension: Ride & Handling suspension tuned for balanced comfort and confident corneringÂ
Final Drive Ratio: 3.17 axle ratio for optimized performance and fuel economyÂ
Steering: Electric power steering for precise maneuverability in tight urban spacesÂ
Braking: 4-wheel antilock disc brakes with electronic parking brake for assured stopping powerÂ
Trailering Capability: Equipped for light-duty trailering when adventure callsÂ
Engine Block Heater: Added confidence for cold-weather startsÂ
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Winter & Weather ComfortÂ
Heated Front Seats: Stay warm and comfortable during chilly morningsÂ
Heated Steering Wheel: Comfort at your fingertips in cold climatesÂ
Remote Vehicle Start: Pre-condition your cabin before you step insideÂ
Automatic Climate Control with Electric Heater/Defroster: Maintain the perfect temperature year-roundÂ
Deep-Tinted Rear Glass: Enhanced privacy and protection from harsh sunlightÂ
All-Season Tires: Confident grip in changing weather conditionsÂ
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Interior Comfort & ConvenienceÂ
Front Bucket Seats: Premium cloth seating with refined stitching and supportÂ
Driver 8-Way Power Seat with Lumbar Control: Personalized comfort for long drivesÂ
Flat-Folding Front Passenger Seatback: Flexible cargo solutions for longer itemsÂ
40/60 Split-Folding Rear Seat: Expand cargo space with easeÂ
Rear Centre Armrest & Assist Handles: Added passenger comfort and convenienceÂ
Heated, Power-Adjustable Exterior Mirrors: Clear visibility in frosty conditionsÂ
Keyless Open & Push-Button Start: Effortless entry and ignitionÂ
Power Windows with Express Down: Quick, convenient operationÂ
Acoustic Laminated Glass & Active Noise Cancellation: A quieter, more refined cabin experienceÂ
Floor Console with Armrest & Rear Cargo Lighting: Thoughtful storage and visibility solutionsÂ
Manual Liftgate: Easy access to the rear cargo areaÂ
Tire Sealant & Inflator Kit: Practical solution in place of a spare tireÂ
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Technology & ConnectivityÂ
11" HD Colour Touchscreen Infotainment System: Crisp display with intuitive controlsÂ
Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Autoâ„¢: Seamless smartphone integrationÂ
Bluetooth® Streaming for Two Active Devices: Stay connected on the goÂ
6-Speaker Audio System: Clear, balanced sound throughout the cabinÂ
8" Fully Digital Driver Information Centre: Customizable vehicle data at a glanceÂ
Wi-Fi® Hotspot Capability: Stay connected wherever the road leadsÂ
SiriusXM® Capability: Access to a wide range of entertainment optionsÂ
Steering Wheel Audio, Phone & Cruise Controls: Keep focus on the roadÂ
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Safety & Driver AssistanceÂ
Buick Driver Confidence Package: Advanced safety technologies designed for peace of mindÂ
Forward Collision Alert with Automatic Emergency Braking: Extra awareness in busy trafficÂ
Front Pedestrian Braking: Added protection in urban environmentsÂ
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning: Gentle steering corrections when neededÂ
Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert: Greater confidence during highway drivingÂ
Rear Cross Traffic Alert: Enhanced awareness when reversingÂ
HD Rear Vision Camera: Clear view when backing upÂ
Following Distance Indicator: Helps maintain safe spacingÂ
Teen Driver Mode & Buckle to Drive: Encourages safe driving habitsÂ
Rear Seat Reminder & Comprehensive Airbag System: Thoughtful safety from front to backÂ
Tire Pressure Monitoring with Display & Fill Alert: Stay informed about tire healthÂ
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Exterior Styling & PresenceÂ
Exterior Colour: Moonstone Grey Metallic — modern, sleek, and sophisticatedÂ
18" Aluminum Wheels: Bold stance with refined detailingÂ
High-Gloss Black Grille: Signature Buick styling with contemporary flairÂ
Chrome Roofline & Gloss Black Beltline Moldings: Subtle premium accentsÂ
LED Headlamps & Daytime Running Lamps: Bright, energy-efficient illuminationÂ
Silver Front & Rear Fascia Accents: A touch of athletic characterÂ
Blackout Door Pillar Trim: Clean, cohesive profileÂ
Body-Colour Door Handles with Chrome Strips: Polished finishing detailÂ
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Whether you’re navigating city streets, commuting through changing seasons, or heading out for a weekend escape, the 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred AWD delivers refined turbocharged performance, intelligent safety technology, and premium comfort in a versatile compact SUV. It’s elevated practicality, wrapped in unmistakable Buick style.Â
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Packages & Options
Standard Equipment
Technical Specifications
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AM/FM Stereo
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Bluetooth Connection
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Smart Device Integration
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Audio system feature, 7-speaker system, enhanced performance including amplifier
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WiFi Hotspot
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Requires Subscription
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Satellite Radio
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Noise control system active noise cancellation
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Aluminum Wheels
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Tires - Front Performance
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Tires - Rear Performance
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Bumper, rear, moulded colour
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Mouldings, upper side window chrome roofline and gloss Black beltline
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Shutters, front lower grille, active
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Headlamps, LED
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Automatic Headlights
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Automatic Highbeams
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Lamp, LED centre high-mounted stop/brake lamp
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Tail lamps, halogen
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Heated Mirrors
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Power Mirror(s)
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Glass, acoustic, laminated windshield
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Privacy Glass
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Intermittent Wipers
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QuietTuning Buick exclusive process that consists of acoustically enhanced windshield and side glass, along with numerous noise cancelling acoustic treatments to reduce, block and absorb noise and vibration to create a quiet interior cabin
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Liftgate, manual
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Door handles, body-colour with chrome strips
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Door pillar trim, blackout
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Bucket Seats
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Premium Synthetic Seats
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Power Driver Seat
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Driver Adjustable Lumbar
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Seat adjuster, front passenger 4-way manual
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Heated Front Seat(s)
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Headrests, 2-way adjustable, up/down, driver and front passenger
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Seatback, front passenger flat-folding
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Pass-Through Rear Seat
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Rear Bench Seat
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Console, floor, with armrest
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Armrest, rear centre
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Floor Mats
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Adjustable Steering Wheel
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Heated Steering Wheel
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Front Collision Warning
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Steering Wheel Audio Controls
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Speedometer, km/miles, km odometer
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Driver Information Centre 8" diagonal fully digital colour display, reconfigurable
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Vehicle health management provides advanced warning of vehicle issues
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Brake lining wear indicator
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Display, ECO drive assistance
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Compass display
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Power Windows
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Power Door Locks
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Key system, 2 keys
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Keyless Entry
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Cruise Control
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Remote Engine Start
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Security System
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Auxiliary Audio Input
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USB charging ports, 2 (1 USB Type-A, 1 USB Type-C), charging only located on the rear of the centre console
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A/C
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Rear Defrost
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AUX heater, electric, heating/defroster
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Rear A/C
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Air filter, pollutant
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Glovebox, single compartment
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Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night with tilt
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Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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Driver Vanity Mirror
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Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror
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Passenger Vanity Mirror
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Assist handle, front passenger
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Assist handles, rear outboard
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Lighting, interior, dimming instrument panel cluster
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Lighting, interior, overhead courtesy dual reading lamp
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Lighting, interior, roof, rear courtesy
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Lighting, rear cargo compartment lamp
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Shift knob, satin silver and chrome
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Map pocket, driver seatback
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3 Cylinder Engine
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Gasoline Fuel
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Turbocharged
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9-Speed A/T
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A/T
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Axle, 3.17 final drive ratio
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Immobilizer
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Keyless Start
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Fuel, gasoline, E15
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Fuel system, electronic, returnless
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Engine control, stop/start system disable switch non-latching
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Engine air filtration monitor
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Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode
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All Wheel Drive
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Trailering provisions includes 4-wire electrical harness and 4-pin sealed connector
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Suspension, Ride and Handling
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GVWR, 4409 lbs. (2000 kg)
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Power Steering
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4-Wheel Disc Brakes
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ABS
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Brakes, front and rear, electric
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Brake, electronic parking
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Capless fuel fill
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Heated Front Seat(s)
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Heated Steering Wheel
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Power Driver Seat
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Remote Engine Start
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Automatic Highbeams
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Front Collision Mitigation
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Front Collision Warning
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Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Keeping Assist
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Stability Control
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Traction Control
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Front Collision Mitigation
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Front Collision Warning
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Daytime Running Lights
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Driver Air Bag
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Front Head Air Bag
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Front Side Air Bag
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Knee Air Bag
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Passenger Air Bag
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Rear Head Air Bag
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Rear Side Air Bag
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Passenger Air Bag Sensor
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Requires Subscription
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Telematics
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Back-Up Camera
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Blind Spot Monitor
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Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Keeping Assist
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Cross-Traffic Alert
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Following Distance Indicator
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Seat belt, 3-point, driver with load limiter and pretensioners, height adjustable
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Seat belt, 3-point, front passenger with load limiter and pretensioners, height adjustable
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Seat belts, 3-point, rear, all seating positions with pretensioners
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Buckle to Drive prevents vehicle from being shifted out of Park until driver seat belt is fastened, programmable
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Rear Seat Reminder
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LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) for child restraint seats, second row, 2 lower anchors for outboard seating positions only, 3 top tether anchors for all 3 seating positions
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Child Safety Locks
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Driver Restriction Features
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Tire Fill Alert (Does not monitor spare tire.)
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Tire inflator kit
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Tire Pressure Monitor
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Knee bolster, driver and front passenger
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Horn, dual note tone
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Vehicle NameBuick Encore GX
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Body StyleSport Utility Vehicle
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DrivetrainAll Wheel Drive
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Trans Order CodeM3F
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Trans Type9
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Trans Description Cont.Automatic
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First Gear Ratio (:1)4.69
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Second Gear Ratio (:1)3.31
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Third Gear Ratio (:1)3.01
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Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)2.45
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Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)1.92
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Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)1.45
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Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)1.00
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Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)0.75
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Ninth Gear Ratio (:1)0.62
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Reverse Ratio (:1)2.96
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Clutch Size (in)N/A
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Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)3.17
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EPA ClassificationSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
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Passenger Capacity5
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Passenger Volume (ft³)94.3
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Front Head Room (in)39.71
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Front Leg Room (in)40.9
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Front Shoulder Room (in)55.42
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Front Hip Room (in)51.87
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Second Head Room (in)38.1
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Second Leg Room (in)36.01
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Second Shoulder Room (in)53.61
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Second Hip Room (in)50.7
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Base Curb Weight (lbs)3255
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EnerGuide Estimate - City (L/100 km)9.2
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EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy (L/100 km)8.4
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EnerGuide Estimate - Combined (km)8.8
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G/km Of CO2 Emissions206
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Engine Order CodeL3T
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Engine TypeTurbocharged
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Displacement1.3
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Fuel SystemDirect Injection
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SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM155 @ 5600
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SAE Net Torque @ RPM174 @ 1600
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Suspension Type - FrontMacPherson Strut
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Suspension Type - RearWatts Link
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Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)N/A
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Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)N/A
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Front Tire Order CodeQAI
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Rear Tire Order CodeQAI
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Spare Tire Order CodeZDC
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Front Tire Size225/55R18
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Rear Tire Size225/55R18
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Spare Tire SizeCompact
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Front Wheel Size (in)18 x 7.5
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Rear Wheel Size (in)18 x 7.5
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Spare Wheel Size (in)16
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Front Wheel MaterialAluminum
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Rear Wheel MaterialAluminum
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Spare Wheel MaterialSteel
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Steering TypeElectric Rack & Pinion
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Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)36.9
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Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft)N/A
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Brake TypePwr
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Brake ABS System4-Wheel
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Disc - FrontYes
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Disc - RearYes
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Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (L)50
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Wheelbase (in)102
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Length, Overall (in)171.16
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Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)71.39
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Height, Overall (in)64.46
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Track Width, Front (in)60.9
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Track Width, Rear (in)61.27
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Min Ground Clearance (in)7.5
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Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³)50.2
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Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³)23.5
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