Overview of the 2023 Buick Encore GX Trim Levels

Preferred

With an MSRP of $25,900, the Preferred trim level is the most affordable of the Encore GX lineup, making it the smart choice for luxury-minded yet budget-conscious buyers. The Encore GX Preferred comes standard with Buick Quiet Tuning technology, ensuring a remarkably quiet driving experience no matter the destination. There's also plenty of technology to keep everyone happy, from the Buick Infotainment System with 8-inch touch screen display and 6-speaker audio system to wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.

The Preferred also features Buick Driver Confidence, a suite of safety and driver assistance features designed to keep you and your passengers safe. These features include Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Front Pedestrian Braking and Forward Collision Alert. Appearance-wise, the Preferred keeps things simple with an attractive set of 18-inch aluminum wheels.

Select

If you want more from your 2023 Buick Encore GX, the Select is the trim to choose. Coming in at an MSRP of $27,300, the Select trim adds more comfort and convenience features to an already luxurious small crossover. For instance, you'll find heated front seats as standard on the Select, along with a handy Remote Start capability - perfect for a pre-drive warmup on those chilly winter days. The driver's seat also gains 10-way power controls along with a power lumbar feature for extra support and comfort.

The Select also comes with automatic dual-zone climate control, ensuring you and your passengers have your own separate comfort settings. Finally, you'll get a set of 18-inch machined aluminum wheels, complete with high-gloss Dark Android pockets for that distinctive look.

Choosing the Select also opens the door to several optional features and packages, including a handy hands-free power liftgate.

Essence

Starting at $30,500, the Essence trim gives you more of what you want in the 2023 Buick Encore GX. The first things you'll notice are the upgraded looks, courtesy of the standard LED headlamps and tail lamps. Not only do they transform the Encore GX's appearance, but they also deliver greater visibility under nighttime driving conditions.

Inside, you're greeted with sumptuous leather-appointed seating, along with a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel. An air ionizer helps keep things fresh inside of the cabin. When it's time to charge those devices, your rear passengers can easily tap into the 120-volt power outlet conveniently located at the rear of the center console.

Sport Touring

If you want to add some more spice to the Encore GX, the Sport Touring package is the way to go. Available on the Select trim, the ST adds dramatic red accents to the front grille, lower fascia and rear bumper. The end result is a dramatic visual flair that gives the Encore GX an athletic look and feel. The ST also features exclusive 18-inch Medium Android high-gloss wheels with Dark Android inserts, giving the small crossover more sporting appeal.

The Sport Touring package also adds body color rocker moldings along with body-color bodyside moldings, giving the Encore GX a clean, unified look that amps up the energy. You can even give the roofline a distinctive blackout look courtesy of the available Black Roof Package, which also adds black exterior mirrors and roof rails. Unique Sport Touring badges add a welcome finishing touch to a sophisticated vehicle.