Used 2022 Buick Encore GX for Sale nearPortland, ME

How much does the 2022 Buick Encore GX cost?

Prices have softened 4.99% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,063 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2022 Buick Encore GX a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Buick Encore GX earns a 4.57/5 user rating and a 7.0/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, Technology, and Safety.

Drivers consistently praise its comfort, advanced technology, and well-equipped feel, and they often call out the comfortable seating and available 360-degree camera. The main trade-offs are its overpriced feel, mixed reactions to the three-cylinder engine, and some complaints about highway power.

That lines up with the overview: you’re looking at a small crossover aimed at buyers who want a stylish, tech-forward SUV rather than a value-first one. It’s a better fit if you care more about comfort and features than outright performance or bargain pricing.

33.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there are still some attractive opportunities if you shop carefully.

Is the 2022 Buick Encore GX reliable?

Owners rate it 4.57/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to a dependable, comfortable ownership experience, with many drivers describing it as a great compact SUV that feels well equipped and easy to live with. The recurring positives are comfort, advanced features, and a generally trouble-free feel, while the mixed engine feedback suggests some owners are less confident about highway performance.

The test-drive notes also support that impression by describing the powertrain as capable and the driving experience as drama-free. Buick’s scheduled-maintenance perk adds a little extra ownership appeal for shoppers who want lower early-service hassle.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about basic durability and more about whether the vehicle’s comfort, power, and value match your expectations over time.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Buick Encore GX?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 85.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on any candidate, even if the listing looks clean at first glance. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that checks the suspension, cabin electronics, and the condition of the interior and exterior trim. Focus on whether the vehicle feels well cared for, because this model’s value depends heavily on condition and equipment.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Preferred trim gets the standard cloth interior and halogen headlights, while the top Essence trim adds leather seating and LED headlights. If you want the best lighting and a more upscale cabin, the higher trim is the safer bet.
• Powertrain: You get turbocharged three-cylinder engines: a 1.2-liter unit with 137 horsepower or a 1.3-liter unit with 155 horsepower. Front-wheel drive is standard, all-wheel drive is available, and fuel economy is strong for the class.
• Safety package: The standard Driver Confidence package includes automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, following-distance indicator, forward-collision warning, lane-keeping assistance with lane-departure warning, and automatic high-beam headlights. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are also included.
• Infotainment: A standard eight-inch touchscreen comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth audio streaming, Buick Connected Services with a built-in WiFi hotspot, front and rear USB ports, OnStar, and SiriusXM. Navigation is available on Select and Essence trims, and built-in Amazon Alexa is also available.
• Fuel efficiency: Front-wheel-drive models return 30 mpg combined, while all-wheel-drive versions get 27 mpg combined.

Which 2022 Buick Encore GX trim should I buy?

The 2022 Buick Encore GX is offered in 3 trim levels: Preferred, Select, and Essence.

Here's the short version:

• Preferred: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core Encore GX experience at the lowest price. It’s the trim to consider if you want the model’s standard tech and safety features without paying for extras.
• Select: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds more equipment without jumping all the way to the top price. It also opens the door to available navigation and the stronger engine option.
• Essence: This is the most upscale choice, with standard leather seating and LED headlights. If you want the most premium-feeling cabin and the strongest standard equipment list, this is the one to target.

The safety package is standard across the lineup, but the headlight rating is better on Essence than on Preferred and Select.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Buick Encore GX?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop with some leverage if you stay patient.

• Deal availability: 33.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,063 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.99% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 85.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $18,974, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Buick Encore GX's resale value?

The current average of $19,480 sits slightly below last year's $20,503.

That decline suggests the market has softened, which can work against a future seller if prices keep drifting lower. If you buy now, you’re starting from a more favorable entry point than a year ago, but resale will still depend heavily on condition, mileage, and equipment.

The good news is that this model’s strong feature content and broad appeal can help support demand when it’s time to sell. Well-kept examples with the right trim and clean history should hold buyer interest better than rougher, lower-equipped ones.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.57/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Buick Encore GX safe?

The 2022 Buick Encore GX earns the highest-possible Good ratings from IIHS and five-star ratings from NHTSA, including five-star ratings in frontal and side crash protection and four-star rollover resistance.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

The standard Driver Confidence package includes automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, following-distance indicator, forward-collision warning, lane-keeping assistance with lane-departure warning, and automatic high-beam headlights. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are also standard, and Teen Driver technology plus a tire-fill alert system add more everyday safety support.

One caveat is that headlight performance varies by trim: Essence’s LED headlights rate better than the halogen units on Preferred and Select. If safety is a priority, that trim-level difference is worth paying attention to.

Should I buy a 2022 Buick Encore GX or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 33.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 85.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.99% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.57/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It’s a carryover year with added exterior paint choices and the same tech-forward, comfort-focused formula.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $16,693, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $19,480 average.
• It offers a similar small-crossover formula with strong everyday tech and a quiet cabin.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $21,169, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $19,480 average.
• It keeps the same core setup while adding a new paint option.

The bottom line: If you want the best balance of price, inventory, and satisfaction, the 2022 is the smart default. If your budget is tighter, the 2021 can save you money while delivering a similar ownership experience. If you want to stay newer and don’t mind paying more, the 2023 is the cleaner upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.