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id: what-engine-and-performance-options-does-the-2025-buick-encore-gx-have
title: "What engine and performance options does the 2025 Buick Encore GX have?"
category: faq
subtopic: encore-gx-performance
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.markquartmotors.com/research/buick/encore-gx-vs-competition.htm"
tags: ["buick", "encore gx", "performance", "engine", "efficiency"]
questions:
  - "What engine does the Encore GX have?"
  - "How fuel-efficient is the Encore GX?"
  - "Can I get all-wheel drive on the Encore GX?"
related: [encore-gx-highlights, encore-gx-vs-competition]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2025 Buick Encore GX offers two turbocharged ECOTEC engine options. The standard 1.2-liter turbo now supports E85 ethanol fuel for added flexibility, while an available 1.3-liter turbo delivers up to 155 horsepower. Both pair with a Continuous Variable Transmission and standard front-wheel drive. Highway efficiency reaches an impressive 31 MPG. For enhanced traction and control, an available intelligent all-wheel drive system is ready for any road or weather condition. The suspension is tuned for agility and versatility, whether you're navigating the city or heading out for a weekend adventure. Contact Markquart Motors at (715) 833-0444 to explore trim levels and customize your Encore GX.