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id: how-does-the-2026-buick-encore-gx-perform-on-the-road
title: "How does the 2026 Buick Encore GX perform on the road?"
category: faq
subtopic: encore-gx-performance
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.markquartmotors.com/research/buick/encore-gx.htm"
tags: ["buick", "encore-gx", "performance", "fuel-efficiency"]
questions:
  - "What engine does the Encore GX have?"
  - "Is the Encore GX fuel efficient?"
  - "Does the Encore GX have all-wheel drive?"
  - "How does the Encore GX handle city driving?"
related: [encore-gx-overview, encore-gx-vs-competitors]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2026 Buick Encore GX delivers confident, responsive performance thanks to its standard 1.3L turbocharged engine and smooth-shifting 9-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive comes standard, with available all-wheel drive for enhanced traction in wet or slippery conditions.

Fuel efficiency is a standout: the Encore GX achieves a GM-estimated 29 city and 31 highway mpg with front-wheel drive-excellent for a compact SUV. Its compact size and agile handling make it easy to maneuver in urban environments, while the suspension tuning smooths out rough pavement and maintains stable cornering. The result is a vehicle that balances capable performance with reduced fuel stops, perfect for both daily commuting and weekend travel.

Interested in how it drives? Call Markquart Motors at (715) 833-0444 to arrange a test drive.