2026 Buick Encore GX Sport Touring

Dealership Vehicle Description
Performance & Specs
Interior
Exterior
Safety

The 2026 Buick Encore GX Sport Touring is a smart fit for drivers who want a refined compact SUV with modern style, everyday utility, and confident all-weather capability. Offered by Steele Chevrolet Buick GMC in Dartmouth, this four-door model pairs a black exterior with a blue interior for a fresh and upscale look.

This Buick Encore GX Sport Touring uses a turbocharged 1.3-litre gas engine with an automatic transmission for smooth, easy driving in town and on the highway. All-wheel drive adds extra confidence when roads turn wet, snowy, or uneven, while aluminum wheels give this SUV a clean and athletic finish.

FEATURES OF THE Encore GX Sport Touring

Distinct Sport Touring exterior styling details
Black exterior with blue interior
Automatic transmission for smooth daily driving
All-wheel drive for added confidence

ADVANCED SAFETY FEATURES

Four-door design supports easy passenger access
All-wheel drive aids slippery-road stability
Turbo power supports safer merging response
Buick engineering focuses on daily confidence

PERFORMANCE AND EFFICIENCY

Turbocharged 1.3-litre gas engine delivers pep
Automatic transmission shifts smoothly and efficiently
All-wheel drive improves year-round traction
Compact SUV size helps urban manoeuvrability

COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE

Four doors simplify family entry
Blue interior adds unique cabin character
Compact footprint helps tight parking spaces
Elevated ride height improves outward visibility

TECHNOLOGY AND CONNECTIVITY

Clear driver-focused layout supports easy use
Modern Buick design feels intuitive
Automatic operation reduces driving effort
Practical controls suit everyday travel

CARGO SPACE

Compact SUV shape balances passengers and gear
Rear cargo area supports daily errands
Flexible interior suits active lifestyles
Easy loading height helps convenience

WHAT OTHER OWNERS LIKE

Confident all-wheel drive in changing weather
Efficient turbo power for daily use
Easy size for city driving
Sport Touring style with premium feel

The 2026 Buick Encore GX Sport Touring is designed for drivers who want more than basic transportation. Its compact dimensions make it easy to park in busy Dartmouth lots, yet it still delivers the raised seating position and versatile interior space that many SUV shoppers want. That balance makes it a practical choice for commuting, weekend plans, and daily family use.

The black exterior gives this Buick Encore GX Sport Touring a clean, polished appearance that suits both professional and personal driving. Inside, the blue interior brings a rare touch of character to the cabin. This colour combination helps the vehicle stand out in a tasteful way without giving up the refined image Buick drivers often appreciate.

Under the hood, the turbocharged 1.3-litre gas engine brings a strong mix of responsive power and sensible efficiency. It is well suited to quick acceleration from a stop, smooth merging onto faster roads, and relaxed cruising once you are up to speed. The automatic transmission works with the engine to keep the drive easy and composed.

All-wheel drive is a major advantage in Canadian driving conditions. In rain, slush, or winter snow, this system helps the 2026 Buick Encore GX Sport Touring maintain traction with greater assurance. For drivers in Nova Scotia, that added control can make daily travel feel more secure through changing seasons.

This Buick Encore GX Sport Touring also delivers the flexibility that makes compact SUVs so popular. Four doors allow easy access for passengers, while the rear cargo area is useful for groceries, sports bags, work items, and everyday gear. It is a vehicle that fits many routines without feeling too large or cumbersome.

For shoppers looking at a compact SUV with turbocharged performance, automatic convenience, all-wheel drive confidence, and standout style, this 2026 Buick Encore GX Sport Touring deserves close attention. It brings together practical size, premium presence, and year-round usability in one well-rounded package at Steele Chevrolet Buick GMC in Dartmouth.

This 2026 Buick Encore GX Sport Touring's VIN is: KL4AMESL6TB216581.

All-wheel drive with Driver Mode Selector
Axle
3.17 final drive ratio
Brake
electronic parking
Brakes
4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
Brakes
front and rear, electric
Capless Fuel Fill
Driver shift control
Engine air filtration monitor
Engine control
stop/start system
Engine control
stop/start system disable switch non-latching
Fuel system
electronic, returnless
Fuel
gasoline, E15
GVWR
4409 lbs. (2000 kg)
Keyless start
push button
Steering
power, variable effort, electric
Suspension
Ride and Handling
Trailering provisions includes 4-wire electrical harness and 4-pin sealed connector

Air conditioning
single-zone electronic
Air filter
pollutant
Antenna
roof-mounted
Armrest
rear centre
Assist handle
front passenger
Assist handles
rear outboard
Audio system feature
7-speaker system, enhanced performance including amplifier
Audio system
11 diagonal HD colour touchscreen, AM/FM stereo. Additional features for compatible phones include: Bluetooth audio streaming for 2 active devices, voice command pass-through to phone, wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto capable
AUX heater
electric, heating/defroster
Brake lining wear indicator
Compass display
Console
floor, with armrest
Cruise control electronic with set and resume speed
Defogger
rear-window, electric
Display
ECO drive assistance
Door locks
power with lockout protection
Driver Information Centre 8 diagonal fully digital colour display
reconfigurable
Floor mats
colour-keyed and carpeted front (Deleted when LPO floor mats are ordered.)
Floor mats
colour-keyed and carpeted rear (Deleted when LPO floor mats are ordered.)
Glovebox
single compartment
Headrests
2-way adjustable, up/down, driver and front passenger
HVAC duct
rear, underneath front seat
Key system
2 keys
Keyless Open includes extended range Remote Keyless Entry
Leatherette seat trim
Lighting
interior, dimming instrument panel cluster
Lighting
interior, overhead courtesy dual reading lamp
Lighting
interior, roof, rear courtesy
Lighting
rear cargo compartment lamp
Map pocket
driver seatback
Mirror
inside rearview manual day/night with tilt
Noise control system active noise cancellation
Remote panic alarm
Remote vehicle starter system includes Remote Keyless Entry
Seat adjuster
2-way power driver lumbar control
Seat adjuster
driver 8-way power
Seat adjuster
front passenger 4-way manual
Seat
rear 40/60 split-bench, folding (60 percent on passenger side)
Seatback
front passenger flat-folding
Seats
front bucket
Seats
heated driver and front passenger
Shift knob
satin silver and chrome
SiriusXM Trial Subscription (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM trial subscription is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental (FDR) use. Trial subscription is subject to the SiriusXM Customer Agreement and privacy policy
visit www.siriusxm.ca which includes full terms and how to cancel. All fees, content, features, and availability are subject to change.)
Speedometer
km/miles, km odometer
Steering column
tilt and telescopic, adjustable
Steering wheel controls mounted audio
cruise control, Driver Information Centre, Forward Collision Alert gap adjust and phone interface controls
Steering wheel
heated
Steering wheel
wrapped (Flat-bottom.)
Theft-deterrent system electrical
unauthorized entry
USB charging ports
2 (1 USB Type-A, 1 USB Type-C), charging only located on the rear of the centre console
USB ports
2 (1 USB Type-A, 1 USB Type-C) located in the front of the centre console
Vehicle health management provides advanced warning of vehicle issues
Visors
driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors covered, sliding
Wi-Fi Hotspot capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.ca or dealer for details.)
Window
power with driver Express-Up/Down
Window
power with front passenger Express-Down
Windows
power, rear with Express-Down
Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto

Bumpers
front and rear, Silver-painted insert
Door handles
body-colour with chrome strips
Door pillar trim
blackout
Glass
acoustic, laminated windshield
Glass
deep-tinted
Grille
Sport Touring, high gloss Black
Headlamp control
automatic on and off
Headlamps
LED
IntelliBeam
auto high beam
Lamp
LED centre high-mounted stop/brake lamp
Liftgate
power
Luggage rack
side rails, roof-mounted
Mirrors
outside heated power-adjustable, body-colour, manual-folding
Mouldings
Black bodyside
Mouldings
rocker, Gloss Black
Mouldings
upper side window chrome roofline and gloss Black beltline
QuietTuning Buick exclusive process that consists of acoustically enhanced windshield and side glass
along with numerous noise cancelling acoustic treatments to reduce, block and absorb noise and vibration to create a quiet interior cabin
Shutters
front lower grille, active
Shutters
front upper grille, active
Tail lamps
LED
Tires
225/55R18 all-season, blackwall
Wheels
18 (45.7 cm) Gloss Black aluminum
Windshield
solar absorbing
Wiper
rear intermittent
Wipers
front intermittent with pulse washers

Airbag
Passenger Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector
Airbags
frontal and knee for driver and front passenger, seat-mounted side-impact and head-curtain for front and rear seating positions
Automatic Emergency Braking
Buckle to Drive prevents vehicle from being shifted out of Park until driver seat belt is fastened
programmable
Daytime Running Lamps
signature LED
Door locks
rear child security
Following Distance Indicator
Forward Collision Alert
Front Pedestrian Braking
HD Rear Vision Camera
Horn
dual note tone
Knee bolster
driver and front passenger
Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) for child restraint seats
second row, 2 lower anchors for outboard seating positions only, 3 top tether anchors for all 3 seating positions
OnStar Basics (OnStar Fleet Basics for Fleet) Drive more confidently with up to 8 years of core OnStar services including mobile app commands
connectivity for select apps that provide in-vehicle voice assistance and navigation with real-time traffic, and Automatic Crash Response. (Requires (UE1) OnStar. Term begins on vehicle delivery date. Paid subscription required after expiry. Services are dependent on compatible wireless networks provided by third-party wireless service providers, working vehicle electrical systems, GPS signal and other factors outside GM control. Changes in technology and wireless networks may limit or prevent the operation of certain services. Services, connectivity, and capabilities have additional terms and limitations and are subject to change, and will vary by model, vehicle configuration, software version, conditions, and geographical and technical restrictions. Compatible smartphone required for mobile app commands. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data; OnStar links to emergency services; Voice and Maps apps are subject to change at any time and may be provided by third parties. Non-refundable and no cash value. See onstar.ca/en/info for terms and details.)
OnStar services capable (See onstar.ca for details and limitations. Services vary by model. Service plan required.)
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Seat Reminder
Seat belt
3-point, driver with load limiter and pretensioners, height adjustable
Seat belt
3-point, front passenger with load limiter and pretensioners, height adjustable
Seat belts
3-point, rear, all seating positions with pretensioners
StabiliTrak
stability control system
Teen Driver a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob
to help encourage safe driving behaviour. It can limit certain available vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report card gives you information on driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
Tire Fill Alert (Does not monitor spare tire.)
Tire inflator kit
Tire Pressure Display by tire (Does not monitor spare tire.)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
manual learn (Does not monitor spare tire.)