Following a mid-cycle refresh introduced for the 2024 model year, the 2026 Buick Encore GX debuts the first-gen subcompact crossover’s seventh model year, bringing only minor updates compared to the preceding 2025 model year. As covered previously, starting prices for the 2026 model year are $100 lower than they were for 2025. Now, GM Authority has uncovered full pricing information for the 2026 Buick Encore GX, including all of the options and packages on offer.
Among the premium upgrades on offer is the Experience Buick Package (RPO code WPM), which is priced at $1,695 and available for Sport Touring trims. This package bundles together the power panoramic moonroof and 19-inch Gloss Black aluminum wheels. Alternatively, the moonroof is available as a standalone option (RPO code C3U) for Avenir trims and is priced at $1,495.
Also notable is the Avenir Technology Package (RPO code CWM), available for $1,395 and adding in enhancements like a Rear Camera Mirror with washer, wireless device charging, adaptive cruise control, and HD Surround Vision. Meanwhile, the Avenir Convenience Package (RPO code Y6L), priced at $1,295, includes things like Rainsense automatic wipers, a hands-free power liftgate, Rear Park Assist, and a premium seven-speaker Bose stereo.
Check out the table below for a full pricing breakdown for the 2026 Buick Encore GX, including all of the options and packages on offer:
| RPO/Color Code | Preferred | Sport Touring | Avenir | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD | $27,195 | $28,395 | $32,695 | |
| AWD | $29,195 | $29,995 | $34,295 | |
| FACTORY OPTIONS | ||||
| Experience Buick Package | WPM | - | $1,695 | - |
| Power Panoramic Moonroof | C3U | - | -1 | $1,495 |
| Avenir Technology Package | CWM | - | - | $1,395 |
| Avenir Convenience Package | Y6L | - | - | $1,295 |
| Advanced Technology Package | WPA | $1,095 | $1,095 | - |
| Comfort Package | Y55 | $995 | $995 | - |
| Mobile Service Plus | R9V | $599 | $599 | $599 |
| Bose Premium Audio System | UQA | - | $500 | - |
| Power Liftgate | TB5 | $400 | $400 | S |
| Turbo 1.3L I3 Engine | L3T | $395 | - | - |
| 3 Years SiriusXM | R6P | $299 | $299 | $299 |
| Compact spare tire | ZDC | $195 | $195 | $195 |
| Roof-Mounted Roof Rack Side Rails | V2P | $150 | S | S |
| Engine Block Heater | K05 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Cargo mat | B41 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Front License Plate Bracket | VK3 | $40 | $40 | $40 |
| LPO/DEALER OPTIONS | ||||
| Road Trip Package | PDA | $850 | - | $850 |
| Active Lifestyle Package | PCZ | $825 | $825 | $825 |
| Trailering Package | PDE | $725 | $725 | $725 |
| Roof Rack Cross Rails | VLL | $550 | - | $550 |
| Interior Protection Package | PDH | $495 | $495 | $495 |
| Keyless Entry Keypad | RDI | $295 | $295 | $295 |
| All-Weather Floor Liners | RIA | $250 | $250 | $250 |
| Front and Rear Molded Splash Guards, LPO | VQK | $250 | - | - |
| Sport Pedal Kit | SBZ | $225 | $225 | $225 |
| Premium Carpeted Floor Mats | VYW | $205 | $205 | $205 |
| All-Weather Floor Mats | VAV | $195 | $195 | $195 |
| Integrated Cargo Liner | CAV | $195 | $195 | $195 |
| Collapsible Cargo Area Organizer | RWU | $195 | $195 | $195 |
| Bright Chrome lug nuts | S47 | $125 | $125 | $125 |
| Wheel locks | SFE | $125 | $125 | $125 |
| All-Weather Cargo Mat | VLI | $125 | $125 | $125 |
| Horizontal Cargo Net | WH6 | $95 | $95 | $95 |
| Vertical Cargo Net | W2D | $95 | $95 | $95 |
| First Aid Kit | RYT | $55 | $55 | $55 |
| Highway Safety Kit | S08 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| EXTRA-CHARGE COLORS | ||||
| Aquamarine Blue Metallic | GKN | - | $495 | - |
| Brilliant Red | GAS | $495 | $495 | $0 |
| Copper Ice Metallic | G98 | $495 | - | $0 |
| Ebony Twilight Metallic | GB0 | $495 | $495 | $0 |
| Moonstone Gray Metallic | GZB | $495 | $495 | $0 |
| Ocean Blue Metallic | GK9 | $495 | $495 | $0 |
| Summit White | GAZ | $0 | $0 | - |
| White Frost Tricoat | GP5 | - | - | $600 |
| Black Roof Package | CWH | - | $495 | - |
- Included and only available with the (WPM) Experience Buick Package
Under the hood, the 2026 Buick Encore GX offers two engine options. The standard powertrain is the turbocharged 1.2L I3 LBP engine, which produces 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque. The LBP is also compatible with E85 fuel, making the Encore GX a flex-fuel vehicle. For those seeking additional engine output, Buick also offers the optional turbocharged 1.3L I3 L3T engine, which is rated at 155 horsepower and 174 pound-feet of torque. However, unlike the base engine, the L3T does not support E85 fuel.
Built on GM’s VSS-F platform, the 2026 Buick Encore GX is manufactured at the GM Bupyeong plant in South Korea.
Comments
Hopefully GM doesn’t kill this model anytime soon.
I am sad that they are finally giving the Pontiac Aztek some competition. That has to be the ugliest vehicle I have ever seen. I drove Buicks for many years and loved them all. But they have gone somewhere else now for sure!
This maybe exempt from tariffs since it’s assembled in Korea which would be a real plus. I like how Buick has adopted a real fresh, modern design that brings the model lineup a real eye-catching aesthetic. Compared to what I see from Japanese and Korean automakers, Buicks look totally upscale. Although I’d prefer a more powerful I4 engine, I see that for its segment, 3 cylinder engines are the norm. When do ’26 models reach dealers since ’25 Avenir models are few and far between in my area.