![]() ![]() The newer class of pint-sized SUVs benefit from a sedan-sized footprint that makes them easy to maneuver and park while also returning strong fuel economy. But not everyone needs something as big as a Suburban or even a CRV. Most drivers aren't willing to give up the elevated ride height and greater view of the road once they've experienced driving one. MARK TAKAHASHI: Subcompact or extra small SUVs are rapidly gaining popularity among shoppers, and it makes perfect sense. Thought about upgrading to a 2023, however the Buick does not hold its value like my Subarus do so cancelled that idea. ![]() Would still buy again, would recommend to a friend. I know it would not do that down at near sea level but is a nice thing anyway. By the way, up here at 8,000 plus feet it gets over 40 mpg. I would still recommend to anyone wanting a small SUV. I miss that it does not have the adaptive cruise control that keeps you spaced from the car ahead. Would be much easier to keep clean if they were leather. Now I see a reason for the upgrade and wish I had, as by now the extra money spent would seem inconsequential. Would recommend and would buy again in the same situation. The paint seems to chip easier than I think it should so I now have a bottle of touch up to use so that it does not become a problem. The hot spot was ok but did not work as well as I initially thought so did not pay for the subscription and let it lapse. I did replace the all seasons with snow tires. Update: I have now had this vehicle for 10 months. Ours is in "preferred" trim 4wd, and truly cannot see why I would spend the extra to go up a model. The EncoreGX gets the job done! If you are in the market for a new small SUV, look at the EncoreGX. Was not looking to buy a new SUV when we found this but could not refuse the deal Buick offered. We live very rural and so do little to no "city" driving. Though we repeatedly saw that mileage on the highway would be at best 30mpg out real life experience, so far, is 36mpg. The car comes with it's own hotspot which is really nice in Colorado where we often had no cell reception while driving. Setting up my wife's apple and my android … phone was a snap. My wife and I have no children at home so we are not concerned about back seat layout so I will not comment on that. Very easy for this large Colorado, hat wearing cowboy, to get in and out of. Know that this vehicle is better than the "professional" reviewers give it credit for. Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with no driver intervention).Rearview camera integrated with rearview mirror (allows you to display a live rear camera video feed on the rearview mirror).360-degree camera (gives you a top-down view of the car for tight parking situations).Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto a piece of plastic near the windshield).Advanced Technology package (Select and Essence).Other options, depending on the trim level, to look out for include: In-cabin air ionizer (helps remove air particulates).The top-trim Essence comes standard with: Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert.Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse).Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front).Options for the Encore GX Preferred include: Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position).Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios).Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity).Cloth/imitation leather combination upholstery.The base Preferred model comes standard with: ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |