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id: what-engine-and-performance-options-does-the-buick-encore-gx-have
title: "What engine and performance options does the 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"]
questions:
  - "What engine is in the Buick Encore GX?"
  - "Does the Encore GX come in all-wheel drive?"
  - "How much horsepower does the Encore GX have?"
related: [encore-gx-highlights, encore-gx-vs-competitors]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2025 Buick Encore GX is engineered for a balance of power and efficiency. The standard ECOTEC 1.2-liter turbocharged engine now supports E85 ethanol fuel for added flexibility at the pump, while an available ECOTEC 1.3-liter turbo engine delivers up to 155 horsepower. Both pair with a Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) and standard front-wheel drive. An available intelligent all-wheel drive system enhances grip, cornering, and stability in challenging conditions. StabiliTrak electronic stability control with traction control comes standard, automatically adjusting for wheel slippage to maintain control on slick roads. The result is agile, versatile performance ready for city commutes or weekend getaways. Want to test the Encore GX's performance yourself? Contact Markquart Motors in Chippewa Falls at (715) 833-0444 or check our new Buick lineup online.