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Are you looking for a stylish SUV that’s also fun to drive and comfortable inside? Then the Buick Encore GX or the Chevy Trailblazer might be the right SUV for you. Both models are prepared for the roads of St. Louis, O'Fallon, or St. Peters MO.
The team at Frank Leta Buick GMC knows that researching to determine which SUV is right for you is important. We’ve put together this Buick Encore GX vs. Chevy Trailblazer comparison to aid you in your vehicle research. Read on to learn about both SUVs!
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When you’re on the hunt for an SUV, there are multiple features you’re looking for. You may find one of those things under the hood of either model. Both the Buick Encore GX and the Chevy Trailblazer have powerful engines fitting their size.
When it comes to their standard power outputs, you’ll find the Buick Encore GX and the Trailblazer are very similar. Both models offer two engine options, the standard engine being an ECOTEC 1.2L Turbo engine that delivers 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque.
You can opt for the available 1.3L Turbo engine with 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque for a jump in power with either model. Both SUVs can be equipped with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
Thanks to their comparable engines, you may consider it a given that you’ll have the same fuel economy in either model. However, the Encore GX gives you a slight edge over the Trailblazer. You’ll find a standard EPA-estimated 30 city/31 highway MPG rating with the Buick Encore GX.
In comparison, the Trailblazer offers a 29 city/31 highway MPG. With both models having a 13.2-gallon fuel tank, city drivers may get a bit farther with the higher MPG rating of the Encore GX.
Other than power, one of the main benefits of having an SUV is its spacious interior. Fortunately, the Trailblazer and the Encore GX have a lot to offer you and your passengers. From their impressive dimensions to their top-of-the-line amenities, let’s check them out.
The interiors of the Trailblazer and the Encore GX seat five riders with plenty of space inside both. The legroom in the front row of each SUV comes to over 40 inches. Plus, the Trailblazer and the Encore GX can keep you warm on chilly mornings and cool evenings with available heated front seats and heated steering wheel.
However, several features require a trim upgrade with the Trailblazer. For instance, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are available on every trim of the Encore GX. The base trim of the Trailblazer, however, does not allow for these comfort features.
Where the Encore GX really shines is with its Active Noise Cancellation, which helps block unwanted noise.
You can use this to enjoy the quiet of your Encore GX or the podcasts or music you listen to while you’re on the go. While the Trailblazer offers Active Noise Cancellation, this feature is once again not available on the base trims.
Technology is a big part of both SUVs in terms of safety and convenience. Whether you’re in the car for five minutes or five hours, it’s important to make sure you’re safe when you get to your destination. Plus, you can listen to all your favorite music along the way.
In terms of safety, the Encore GX and the Trailblazer have safety and driver-assist systems that act as additional eyes on the road. Some standard systems that are part of both SUVs include:
The available HD Surround Vision in the Encore GX is what sets it apart from the Trailblazer. With this system, you can easily keep an eye on the area around your vehicle.
Once again, the Buick Encore GX and the Trailblazer are similar in many of their technology offers. However, the Encore GX once again goes above and beyond. While both models offer a standard 11-inch touchscreen and 8-inch driver information center, you’ll have a standard 6-speaker audio system with the Encore GX.
Meanwhile, the Trailblazer comes with just four speakers on the base trim. Fortunately, both models can be upgraded to a Bose® Premium Audio System.
When we’re comparing the Buick Encore GX and the Chevy Trailblazer, the two SUVs are often neck and neck. However, the performance, interior features, and safety features of the Encore GX outperform that of the Trailblazer, making it the better choice for drivers from St. Louis, O'Fallon, or St. Peters MO.
The Frank Leta Buick GMC team is happy to show interested drivers the ins and outs of the Encore GX. Contact our team and take the SUV for a test drive today!
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