Unexceptional. Poky. Uninspired.

These are some of the underwhelming comments I’ve heard from fellow automotive journalists regarding the 2021 Buick Encore GX; however, after seven days and several hundred miles exploring the city, I’d argue the new Encore GX is one of the best bargains for budget-conscious consumers in the CUV space.

It’s rare that I step into a vehicle and immediately think to myself, “This car feels more expensive than it is.” In most instances, there’s a bit of sticker shock and while in some cases I can justify the cost of entry (see my review of the 2020 Mercedes GT 53 AMG HERE), most often I’m perplexed by the cost of entry versus the end result. Not so with the 2020 Buick Encore GX. This is a car that might very well be one of the best bargains for the buck I’ve driven thus far.