Happy Canada Day! As a special treat, enjoy this first-ever pre-production car review from us here at GCCars! 👌
@samtsui841
11 ай бұрын
Front seats far too narrow.
@ericnagy9413
Жыл бұрын
We just bought a 2024 Encore GX ST for $34,000 US. I was concerned about the power of the I3, but it has more than adequate power for my wife's driving habits. Considering the post Covid crazy car/ truck prices, this was a great option.
@GCCarsCA
Жыл бұрын
Congrats on the new GX! There is a lot to like :)
@IRISHJEWEL
Жыл бұрын
I think your review has done a diservice to the redesigned 2024 Encore GX-ST. I was looking for a mid-size city car with some creature comforts and class. I "discovered" the Encore after being disappointed with what the competiton has to offer. If you're looking for a STUNNING mid-size car with a comfortable, upscale interior and a large touch screen, great AC, decent sound, a power liftgate and panoramic sunroof, I think the Encore is hard to beat. I bought the AWD in moonstone grey. This colour looks great with the black cladding/wheels. Although it's somewhat slow off the mark it's not going to win any races, the 1.3Lturbo/9speed automatic has more than enough pep when needed. (I am not a fan of CVTs) I find the ride smooth and quiet ride. but great when you The ride is quiet and smooth. I checked out the Kona, (sluggish, radio tinny) the Seltos, (larger car with an economy feel) the Mazda CX30, (nice but feels very small inside & AC needs to be better for our hot Toronto summers) the Corolla hatchback (too small). Hope people find my comments helpful.
@GCCarsCA
Жыл бұрын
We think the Encore GX overall is a great package. In this segment you just have to be very conscious of your needs and wants for a vehicle :)
@IRISHJEWEL
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your reply. I reviewed your video again. Your points are well-taken.
@Paul-cx4gm
Жыл бұрын
They've got one on the lot for sale locally and I've looked it over. I kind of like the new looks, but only in the right colors I think.
@GCCarsCA
Жыл бұрын
Oh that's super early! Our local dealers have told us that their models are still a few months out. We loved the red and black combo of this ST, I think it looks nicer than most Avenir models.
@IRISHJEWEL
Жыл бұрын
I've just bought the 2024 Encore GX ST in moonstone grey. The colour compliments the black cladding and black wheels. It looks very upscale.
@davealmer3803
Жыл бұрын
$40000 for a Briggs&Stratton the upside is you can get a replacement engine from a lawnmower at Lowes. at least FLO Marge and Dotty can goto bingo in comfort.
@Ryan-um8ug
Жыл бұрын
If take the 2024 Kia Seltos over this. Way more options and room and better warranty! But the interior looks higer quality in the encore.
@GCCarsCA
Жыл бұрын
Can't fault you for that!
@OmarHudson
Жыл бұрын
TBH I liked the old design. I think this a good design for the Buick Envista
@GCCarsCA
Жыл бұрын
Buick is definitely working on refreshing their image, becoming a brand that is more oriented towards young people. I can see how this shift in philosophy might not be to the liking of everybody.
@OmarHudson
Жыл бұрын
@@GCCarsCA well I think I am the young demo, I am in my 30s. I saw this design in person..... It looked garish and cheap on the outside.The old Buick did look mature. But it loses it sophisticated and regal look for something that looks like it should be on a Ford or Hyundai. Best part is the back.
@Ryan-um8ug
Жыл бұрын
Fuel economy is horrrrrrible and for a "luxury" model has no air cooled seats!!! Even my kia soul has air cooled seats and heads up display!
@GCCarsCA
Жыл бұрын
The fuel economy really is a big drawback...
@Ryan-um8ug
Жыл бұрын
Also the price!!! U could get a Hyundai Tucson hybrid for the same price as the Avenier trim and the Tuscon is way nicer inside!
@OmarHudson
Жыл бұрын
To me the front looks no different from the Ford Escape.....it is kind of disappointing
@simons5193
Жыл бұрын
The engines absolutely suck on these cars, Chevy Trax, Encore GX and Buick Envista, all beautiful looking vehicles but terribly slow engines. These are for American markets and forget about China. Why not give them a 1.5 liter turbo with something like 160/170 horsepower and make it a complete decent car. Four people and some gear for a weekend getaway this thing will struggle big time. Totally useless.
@Ryan-um8ug
Жыл бұрын
Now why would anyone buy this over the cheaper Envista? AWD is so over rated.
@GCCarsCA
Жыл бұрын
We'll answer that question in our upcoming Buick Envista review! And here in Canada many people refuse to own a car without AWD. But yes, many of those then use all-seasons instead of winter tires.
@OmarHudson
Жыл бұрын
@@GCCarsCAo you are saying front wheel drive vehicles are much cheaper in Canada?
@IRISHJEWEL
Жыл бұрын
The Envista vs the Encocore GX ST (AWD) It depends on what you want. 1) The Envista comes in only FWD which is fine depending on where you live and what you think about AWD vs snow tires on a FWD etc. etc. 2) The Envista is a lower to the ground sedan/coupe style car vs the Encore which is a SUV = higher off the ground and a hatchback. I have found a hatchback to be more versatile for moving things and wouldn't buy a car that wasn't a hatchback. 3) You can get a panoramic roof on the Encore but the Envista can only accomodate a regular sunroof due to its sloping roof. 4) Some people, like myself, don't care for CVTs so I went for the Encore GX ST which has a 1.3L turbo 9 speed automatic. I am also happy that it has AWD. I was only interested in SUVs, but I think anyone who is looking for a car rather than a SUV should take a look at the Envista. Neither model is going to win any races but they will get you from point A to B in relative comfort and style. 2) The Envista is great if you want a lower to the ground coupe/sedan style car vs The Encore which is a subcompact SUV = higher off the ground and a hatchback. 3) The Encore also offers a panoramic sunroof due to it's shape. This feature is unavailabke in thr Envista 3) The Encore is a subcompact SUV and is lower to the ground than the Encore
@Nightwing01010
Жыл бұрын
Looks like an escape
@GCCarsCA
Жыл бұрын
I can see some similarities to the refreshed Escape, but I think they were designed at the same time so it's rather coincidental. Good observation tho!
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