How much does the Buick Encore GX cost in today's market?

Used Buick Encore GX prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Buick Encore GX's current nationwide average price is $21,481, and its year-round low is $20,128.95. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits across the year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Buick Encore GX a good car?

Yes — the Buick Encore GX is a strong pick if you want a compact SUV with style, comfort, and a premium-leaning feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.71/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise its stylish design, spacious interior, and good value for the money. Comfort, safety features, and easy-to-live-with tech also come up often as strengths.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on the touchscreen experience, performance, and some ownership complaints around squeaky brakes and a few desired features. Even so, the model's overall appeal stays strong for shoppers who want a small SUV with a polished character.

33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Buick Encore GX models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Buick Encore GX as comfortable, stylish, and well equipped, with safety features and everyday usability standing out across the lineup. Expert feedback also points to a smooth ride and a premium-leaning cabin feel.

• Owners rate the Buick Encore GX between 4.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable overall, but it makes sense to pay close attention to brake condition and verify service history before you buy.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 87.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Buick’s Driver Confidence package
• Infotainment: 11-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 30 miles per gallon in FWD with either engine; 27 mpg with AWD and the 1.3-liter engine

Which Buick Encore GX trim should I buy?

The 2024 Buick Encore GX offers...

• Preferred: This is the entry point and the best-value choice if you want the 2024 Encore GX at the lowest starting price, with the 1.2-liter engine and FWD.
• Sport Touring: This trim adds a more distinctive appearance and is a good fit if you want a sportier look without moving to the top of the range.
• Avenir: This is the most upscale trim, adding the most premium presentation and the unique grille and chrome trim that help it stand out.

What Buick Encore GX do most buyers choose?

The Buick Encore GX years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more listings to compare and more chances to find the right price and equipment mix. They also usually make it easier to shop for a deal without narrowing your search too much.

What is the Buick Encore GX's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The sharpest drops are in the newer years, while the rest show smaller declines that still improve affordability. That pattern gives you more room to find value across the lineup.

The 2022, 2024, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Buick Encore GX safe?

• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 8/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 9/10

Buick’s Driver Confidence package is standard and includes lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning, automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, a following distance indicator, and automatic high beams.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2023 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Buick Encore GX now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −11.31% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −5.08%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.5%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $22,505. The Buick Encore GX offers a stylish, premium-leaning cabin with a smooth ride and a roomy feel for a compact SUV.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 1.2-liter three-cylinder makes 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque, while the 1.3-liter turbocharged three-cylinder makes 155 ponies and 174 lb-ft of twist.
• Tech: The 2024 Buick Encore GX gets an 11-inch touchscreen married to an 8-inch digital gauge cluster, and there is wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: Buick’s Driver Confidence package of driver assistance features is standard and includes lane-keeping assist and lane-departure warning, automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, a following distance indicator, and automatic high beams.
• Starting price: The 2024 Buick Encore GX starts at $26,895 MSRP for a Preferred trim with FWD and the smaller engine.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.