Buick Encore GX vs GMC Terrain
Overview | |
Years produced2010-Present | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$28,150 | MSRP$25,600 |
Listings3173 | Listings2092 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews Summary“Terrain” is a misnomer as applied to this compact crossover SUV from GMC. The name suggests far more off-roading capability than is available from this restyled Chevy Equinox, and the new AT4 trim level, which equips the 2022 GMC Terrain with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), “sport-terrain” tires, and a steel front skid plate, ought to come with a disclaimer. Based on our testing, the new 2022 Terrain AT4 is all show and no go, as in: “No, you can’t go there in this small SUV.” Not without damaging it, anyway. | |
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 | |
Engine1.5L 170 hp I4 | Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower170 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 170 hp I4 | Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower170 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.6 cu ft | Cargo Space23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3449 lbs | Curb Weight3023 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height64.1 in |
Length182.3 in | Length171.2 in |
Width72.4 in | Width71.4 in |
Wheelbase107.3 in | Wheelbase102.2 in |
Maximum Payload1015 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2010-Present | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $28,150 | $25,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | “Terrain” is a misnomer as applied to this compact crossover SUV from GMC. The name suggests far more off-roading capability than is available from this restyled Chevy Equinox, and the new AT4 trim level, which equips the 2022 GMC Terrain with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), “sport-terrain” tires, and a steel front skid plate, ought to come with a disclaimer. Based on our testing, the new 2022 Terrain AT4 is all show and no go, as in: “No, you can’t go there in this small SUV.” Not without damaging it, anyway. | 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 | 1.5L 170 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 5600 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 170 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 5600 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.6 cu ft | 23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3449 lbs | 3023 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 64.1 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 171.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 71.4 in |
Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 102.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1015 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |

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