If you're looking for a small SUV that delivers excellent fuel efficiency without compromising on performance, the 2025 Buick Encore GX should be at the top of your list. This subcompact SUV was recently named to Consumer Reports' list of Best Affordable Fuel-Efficient Cars, ranking as the best subcompact SUV for fuel economy. Drivers in Springfield, IL will appreciate the Encore GX's thrifty fuel consumption and enjoyable driving experience.
The Encore GX comes with your choice of two turbocharged three-cylinder engines. The base 1.2-liter engine produces 137 horsepower while the available 1.3-liter engine ups the ante to 155 horsepower. Both engines are paired with a smooth CVT in FWD models or a nine-speed automatic in AWD versions. Fuel economy is stellar, with the FWD 1.2-liter engine delivering an EPA-estimated 30 mpg city/31 mpg highway. Even the more powerful 1.3-liter manages up to 29 mpg city/31 mpg highway in FWD configuration.
So what does this fuel-sipping performance mean for you? Whether you're commuting to work in Jacksonville, IL or running errands around Chatham, you'll make fewer stops at the gas pump and save money on fuel costs. The Encore GX's efficient engines also produce fewer emissions, reducing your carbon footprint. And with its nimble handling and comfortable ride, the Encore GX makes even the most mundane drives more fun.
The 2025 Encore GX is available in three trim levels: Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir. Even the base Preferred trim comes generously equipped with standard features like an 11-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, LED headlights, and the Buick Driver Confidence suite of advanced safety technologies. Moving up to the Sport Touring or Avenir trims adds even more premium amenities like a hands-free power liftgate, heated steering wheel, and an seven-speaker Bose audio system.
To experience the Encore GX's impressive fuel economy for yourself, pay a visit to S and K Buick GMC in Springfield, IL. Take this Consumer Reports-approved SUV for a test drive and see why it's such a smart choice for eco-conscious drivers. With its miserly fuel consumption, peppy performance, and feature-packed interior, the 2025 Buick Encore GX is in a league of its own.