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id: what-kind-of-performance-and-engine-options-does-the-buick-encore-gx-offer
title: "What kind of performance and engine options does the Buick Encore GX offer?"
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", "new-vehicle"]
questions:
  - "What engines are available in the Encore GX?"
  - "Is the Encore GX powerful and efficient?"
  - "Does the Encore GX have all-wheel drive?"
  - "How much horsepower does the Encore GX have?"
related: [encore-gx-highlights, encore-gx-vs-competition]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2025 Buick Encore GX balances responsive power with impressive efficiency, giving you the agility you need for any journey.

**Engine Options:**
Choose between the standard ECOTEC 1.2L Turbo or the available ECOTEC 1.3L Turbo engine-both deliver up to 155 horsepower. The 1.2L now supports E85 ethanol fuel, giving you extra flexibility at the pump.

**Transmission & Drivetrain:**
A Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) pairs smoothly with standard front-wheel drive. For enhanced control and grip, the available intelligent all-wheel drive system improves cornering and stability in challenging weather and road conditions.

**Stability & Control:**
Standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control automatically adjusts for wheel slippage, helping you maintain control on slick surfaces. This is a feature competitors don't offer as standard.

**Real-World Efficiency:**
Expect 29 city / 31 highway MPG, so your weekend getaways and daily commutes stretch further between fill-ups.

Ready to feel this performance firsthand? Contact Markquart Motors at (715) 833-0444 to schedule your test drive.