First arriving on scene for the 2020 model year, the Buick Encore GX subcompact crossover is set to receive a mid-cycle refresh for the upcoming 2024 model year. As GM Authority was first to exclusive report in October, the update will include a reworked front fascia, subtle changes to the rear, and a refreshed interior. While we’ve seen the upcoming 2024 Buick Encore GX undergoing testing, we have yet to see any examples without camouflage, until now.
In pictures leaked by Chinese authorities, we see the 2024 Encore GX from the front-three-quarters and rear end angles, along with a few smaller details. Unfortunately, the leak doesn’t give much more detail than these photos along with a few exterior specifications.
Notably, Buick appears to be dropping the GX moniker from the Chinese-spec Encore GX. Instead, Plus will serve as the new moniker, as the “regular” Encore is offered exclusively in that market.
Unlike the recently leaked 2024 Cadillac CT6, the refreshed 2024 Buick Encore GX/Plus will be available in the North American market. Notable details about this mid-cycle update include a two-tier lighting arrangement, with slim daytime running lights high in the front fascia along with forward-facing projector headlamps mounted lower in the fascia. Additionally, the rear and cabin incorporate further changes. The front fascia is very much reminiscent of the Buick Envista, which is also destined for North America.
Beyond the updated exterior and interior, the upcoming 2024 Encore GX/Plus will be getting a new Avenir trim level. The new range-topping trim will give the crossover several unique exterior accents and unique interior materials, while loading the small crossover with plenty of technology and active safety features.
As a reminder, the current 2023 Buick Encore GX is available with two different engine options. These include the turbocharged 1.2L I3 LIH gasoline engine, which is rated at 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque, and the turbocharged 1.3L I3 L3T gasoline engine, which develops 155 horsepower and 174 pound-feet of torque.
As for structure, the 2023 Encore GX rides on the GM VSS-F vehicle set. Production for the Chinese market takes place at the SAIC-GM Dongyue South plant in China, while North American market models will continue being built at the GM Bupyeong plant in South Korea.
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Meh
Well that just got worse looking. Bad enough that Buick has lost it’s way in the sea of SUV/CUV’s, but now they are stripping them of whatever Buick-ish look they still had?
direction europa bmw, audi etc
They are using the EV models to re-invent Buick – so you have to forget about the Buicks of 50 or more years ago. About the only things that remain are the tri-shield badge (but a modernized one), a mature styling template, and Buick’s reputation for quality.
Understand that and agree with you. But why is that front end just a mess? It certainly looks nothing like a Buick of 50 years ago or today, but it just doesn’t flow well. I can’t quite put a finger on it, but I keep scrolling between that pic of the Encore GX and the Envista. Although I’m not a huge fan of the Envista, there’s something about it that looks much cleaner and better.
Doesn’t matter. I’m not interested in one anyhow.
Dan, maybe because most of the body of this vehicle was designed for the “old” Buick tri-shield and grille – and, to me, the grille looked like a moustache. I’m surprised that they’re hanging onto the “hockey puck” on the side. In contrast, the Envista is a newer, more cohesive, all-at-one-time, design.
Did you see the full leaked photo of the Buick Electra EV5? If so, how do you feel about that?
I did see the Electra EV5 photos on Carscoops. It’s ok, but not something that would change my mind about getting one. Now the Cadillac shown here on GMA in tan is much nicer. All they would need to do is paint the bottom of it to match the car and it would be a fantastic vehicle for those who want an SUV. I just don’t.
Christopher: I’m coming back around to this because I feel like I lied to you now. GMA posted an article on here about the E5 and after looking at that one, it’s no better than this refreshed Encore GX. Both have styling that just looks bad and maybe the coffin gray only makes them look worse.
I’m a little sad and feeling blue over Buick and the direction (or lack of) they seem to be on.
Dan, I don’t like that they always show a base model in a boring color. They are doing the same now with the Cadillac CT6, boring gray and plain-Jane otherwise, in my opnion.
I am unsure how Buick’s looks will (or can) change between the EV1 up to the EV9. Maybe one or two of those designations are for the sedans in China. But otherwise, I am fearing that since they’re all SUVs / crossovers, they’ll all basically look alike except for the overall size.
for me the brand buick can be lost as pontiac was lost too
Just wait until you see the U.S.-spec dressed in Avenir and ST guise 😉
Yes, I think this forthcoming Encore will look better in another color or as an Avenir with different wheels. In any event, it’s only a place holder until replaced by an Electra EV.
well, not a sedan, not for me
The lower bumper kills it for me. It looks like it’s wearing a mask of itself.
Mark, I didn’t notice that until you said it. Now it bugs me LOL
I thought I was going to like this. I don’t… it really throws the proportions off, and makes it look like a roller skate.
So they just killed the last vestige of what made it somewhat identifiable as a Buick. This brand is dead in NA
Maybe they felt they were getting no traction with the current Buick designs, so they chucked it all and are planning vehicles that could be a Kia or a Mazda or a Hyundai — if they think they can take some of that market away from them.