The 2023 Buick Encore GX Select is the right trim for anyone looking for the best value in the Encore GX lineup. The GX overall is the smallest vehicle Buick sells, so if you’re looking for a smartly designed, compact SUV then you’ve come to the right car. With its attractive price and relaxed vibe, the Select offers everything you could need that bridges the gap between mainstream SUV and luxury. It’s a trim that prioritizes comfort, and we have the info and features here on what to expect when you drive the Select off the lot.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- With only three options for trim, the Select proves to be the best option for value in the lineup as the midrange trim option.
- Two powerful engine potions to choose from.
- Many features become standard with additional perks offered by the Select.
POWERTRAIN CHOICES & GAS MILEAGE
With the Select, the standard power trains you’ll find on the GX are available. Two choices of engines are available, a choice of turbocharged V3 engines, one either a 1.2-liter with 137 horsepower or a 1.3-liter with 155 horsepower. The all-wheel drive models are the way to go on this one with a powertrain that gets a nine-speed automatic transmission. Behind the wheel of the 1.3-liter you’re going to get around 29 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway – a decent rating compared to other smaller SUVs with less power.
PHENOMENAL STANDARD FEATURES
There is plenty of space packed with cargo inside the interior of the Select, that would be a guarantee with a GX. Behind the first row you’ll get around 50 cubic feet of storage space to use when you need it (with 23.5 cubic feet being the standard without the seat down). You’ll also get plenty of legroom as well for both you and your backseat passengers with 40.9 inches to stretch out with.
The tech that the Select comes with is where these cars really start to define themselves and live up to its advertising. The infotainment suite comes with an easy-to-use 8.0 inch touch screen/infotainment system that includes Apple Carplay, Android Auto and even Wi-Fi hotspots for the whole car. Other features like the push to start and noise cancellation are built right into this tech savvy car and are just as intuitive to use as the tech built through the rest of the cabin.
TRIM SPECIFIC FEATURES
There's a reason why the Select gets voted the best value in the three-trim lineup for the GX: it offers the best midrange price with the most features included that emphasize accessibility and comfort. The Select will come with stunning 18-inch wheels, roof-rack rails, and an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat. And if it weren’t already comfortable enough in the front seats, they are heated as well.
The remote start makes hopping into an already heated car while you’re just a walk away, a reality. Also, each passenger in the front seat will be able to control the air with the dual-zone automatic climate control. The Select also comes with a rear-seat armrest and blind spot monitoring. If you care for an upgrade on top of the Select, the Experience package adds more navigational features and a power sunroof to your ride.
DRIVE THE GX SELECT OFF THE LOT
When looking for your next SUV, the Buick Encore GX is a mainstream luxury ride that you will be proud to own. If you’re looking to get the most out of what any modern day vehicle can offer you – the Select is the best trim for your cash.