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2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred
Columbus, OH
43085
3.8
Expert
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Consumer
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2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred Cost to Own
$46,905
A 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred has a 5-year cost-to-own of $46,905. After 5 years a 2026 Encore GX Preferred will depreciate $16,612 and have a residual value of $11,383. During this time out-of-pocket expenses are expected to total $30,293.
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Lower Costs than Most
The 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred is in the top 11-25% for Cost to Own among all Subcompact SUV/Crossovers.
2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred 5-Year Depreciation: $16,612
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5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$30,293
Fuel:
$7,811
Insurance:
$11,695
Financing:
$3,172
State Fees:
$2,126
Maintenance:
$3,748
Repairs:
$1,741
Total: $30,293
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5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$16,612
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$30,293
5-Year Cost To Own$46,905
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3023 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.7 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 40.9 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 171.2 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.4 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 50.2 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.9 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 102.0 inches | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4211 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 71.4 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available | ||
LED Headlights | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 30 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 31 mpg | ||
Combined | 30 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 137 @ 5000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 162 @ 2500 rpm | ||
Engine | 3-Cyl, ECOTEC, Turbo, 1.2 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 3 years / 36000 miles |
2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred Standard Features
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2026 Buick Encore GX
KBB.com Review
3.8
Kbb.com Expert Rating
You'll Like This Car If...
Quiet and comfy. Loads of technology. Available all-wheel drive (AWD).
You May Not Like This Car If...
Lackluster base engine. Tepid resale value.
2026 Buick Encore GX
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
4.0
Consumer Rating
38 ratings
Value
4.2
Performance
4.0
Quality
4.0
Comfort
4.1
Reliability
4.2
Styling
4.6
2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred Safety
Safety Features & Technology
5.0
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
5.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Side Crash
5.0
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 New 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred |  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid |  New 2025 Nissan Kicks Play |  New 2026 Volkswagen Taos | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $27,995 | $34,245 | $22,910 | $30,735 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 3.8 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.2 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.0 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 3.6 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 30/Hwy 31/Comb 30 MPG | City 41/Hwy 38/Comb 39 MPG | City 31/Hwy 36/Comb 33 MPG | City 28/Hwy 36/Comb 31 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $46,905 | $45,134 | $42,837 | $45,199 | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | 4.0 | 4.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 137 @ 5000 RPM | 219 @ 5700 RPM | 122 @ 6300 RPM | 174 @ 5500 RPM | |
| Engine | 3-Cyl, ECOTEC, Turbo, 1.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
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