![]() Since the full leather option is gone, along with the climate control, the interior just looks bland. Those were all things you could point at to justify the premium over a Trax. The higher quality materials, real leather seats, as well as the layout of the dual-zone climate control buttons made a difference. The Buick Encore is supposed to be a more upmarket version of the Chevrolet Trax, and, in the past, that used to be the case. ![]() The Preferred trim can be ordered with an all-wheel-drive system, although this is no hardcore 4WD vehicle and there's no reason to order it unless you live in a cold-weather state and need the additional grip. The suspension setup is most certainly tuned for comfort, so think of it as a sensory deprivation tank with four wheels. You can go through a corner at a relatively high speed, which inspires a certain amount of confidence and there is comfort in knowing that the car is less inclined to lean through the corners, too. It doesn't feel too top-heavy, but it's also not sporty. The steering gets heavier the faster the car moves, but it never provides any sort of feedback. Some might see that as a negative, but if you just want to get somewhere in comfort and silence, the Buick does a good job. The desired level of feedback is hidden beneath a veneer of luxury and noise insulation. Having said that, the Buick Encore isn't a car you'd describe as engaging. The steering is light and precise, which is exactly what you want when zipping between lanes. ![]() The Buick Encore is most at home within the confines of the city.
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