Buick Encore GX vs Chevrolet Trailblazer
Overview | |
Years produced2002-2009 | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$23,100 | MSRP$25,600 |
Listings1979 | Listings2110 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryVerdict: The Chevrolet Trailblazer checks all of the necessary boxes for performance, efficiency, price, and capability. It also manages to exceed expectations for passenger space, cargo capacity, style, and ease of use. | |
Reviews SummaryThe latest from Buick is a smartly refreshed Encore GX subcompact crossover, available in Preferred, Sport Touring, and for the first time, Avenir trims. This is Buick’s best-selling model and it’s easy to see why. The Encore GX is economical but still looks great, and it offers a decent powertrain and a comfy ride. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.3 cu ft | Cargo Space23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3029 lbs | Curb Weight3023 lbs |
Height64.2 in | Height64.1 in |
Length174.0 in | Length171.2 in |
Width71.2 in | Width71.4 in |
Wheelbase103.9 in | Wheelbase102.2 in |
Maximum Payload1160 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2002-2009 | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $23,100 | $25,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Verdict: The Chevrolet Trailblazer checks all of the necessary boxes for performance, efficiency, price, and capability. It also manages to exceed expectations for passenger space, cargo capacity, style, and ease of use. | The latest from Buick is a smartly refreshed Encore GX subcompact crossover, available in Preferred, Sport Touring, and for the first time, Avenir trims. This is Buick’s best-selling model and it’s easy to see why. The Encore GX is economical but still looks great, and it offers a decent powertrain and a comfy ride. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.3 cu ft | 23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3029 lbs | 3023 lbs |
Height | 64.2 in | 64.1 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 171.2 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 71.4 in |
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 102.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1160 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 1000 lbs |

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