Buick Encore vs Chevrolet Trax
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Chevrolet Trax
Overview
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Chevrolet TraxLS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Preferred | LS |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Model year | 2022 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Chevrolet TraxLS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,600 | $21,700 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $19,618 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $24,894 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $28,879 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 41 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Chevrolet TraxLS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 32 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Chevrolet TraxLS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp (best) | 137 hp |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft (best) | 162 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.4 L (best) | 1.2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I3 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Chevrolet TraxLS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 48.4 cu ft | 54.1 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,018 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,237 lbs | 2,983 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.2 in | 7.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 106 in (best) |
| Length | 168.4 in | 178.6 in (best) |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.8 in (best) |
| Height | 65.3 in (best) | 61.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Chevrolet TraxLS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Encore | Chevrolet Trax |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preferred $24,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LS $21,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $25,220 MSRP | 1RS $23,200 MSRP |
| 3 | — | LT $23,200 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 2RS $25,400 MSRP |
| 5 | — | ACTIV $25,400 MSRP |
Live inventory
Chevrolet Trax41 for sale
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LT
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2RS
Marina Blue Metallic•Jet Black With Red Accents, Evotex Seat Trim33 mi$28,879MSRP $29,780Jay Hatfield Chevrolet Chanute
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New2026 Chevrolet Trax
ACTIV
Mosaic Black Metallic•Jet Black With Artemis Accents, Evotex Seat Trim10 mi$27,329MSRP $28,030Jay Hatfield Chevrolet Chanute
Chanute, KS
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Cacti Green•Jet Black With Artemis Accents, Evotex Seat TrimN/A$28,824MSRP $28,925Jay Hatfield Chevrolet Chanute
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ACTIV
Cacti Green•Jet Black With Artemis Accents, Evotex Seat Trim10 mi$27,329MSRP $28,030Jay Hatfield Chevrolet Chanute
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New2026 Chevrolet Trax
ACTIV
White Sands•Jet Black With Artemis Accents, Evotex Seat Trim18 mi$28,724MSRP $28,925Jay Hatfield Chevrolet Chanute
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Buick Encore vs Chevrolet Trax FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Chevrolet Trax?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Buick Encore vs 2026 Chevrolet Trax on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Chevrolet Trax?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Chevrolet Trax starts lower at $21,700. Live Chevrolet Trax listings start at $19,618.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Chevrolet Trax?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Trax leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,700).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Chevrolet Trax?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Trax leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Chevrolet Trax?
- The 2022 Buick Encore leads on horsepower in this comparison (155).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Buick Encore vs 2026 Chevrolet Trax?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Encore (5/5 NHTSA overall); Chevrolet Trax (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).