What Is the Best Year to Buy a Used Buick Encore GX in Houston?

The best used Buick Encore GX year is the newest one that fits your budget, because each year’s price and remaining warranty set what you get for the money. At 11300 FM 1960 West in Houston, we sell used and certified pre-owned Buick vehicles, and our Google rating is 4.4 stars across 7,919 reviews.

Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Houston. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.

The best used Buick Encore GX year is the newest you can afford

Buy the newest model year your budget reaches. A newer Encore GX carries more of its original warranty, and that remaining coverage is part of what you pay for.

Our certified pre-owned program is CarBravo. Each CarBravo certified used vehicle is backed by GM, with a Standard Limited Warranty and access to 3,800+ Certified Service Centers. CarBravo also includes 24-hour roadside assistance, with an asterisked disclosure, and each vehicle is described as inspected by an expert technician.

Across 7,919 Google reviews we hold a 4.4-star rating, and 79 in 100 of those reviews give five stars.

The 2026 Encore GX lowest-priced trim, the Preferred, starts at $26,200 MSRP. The Sport Touring is priced from $27,400, while the Avenir is priced from $31,700. Buick’s basic warranty for the 2026 model year is 3 years or 36,000 miles, and the powertrain warranty is 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first in each case.

What does a used Buick Encore GX cost in Houston after tax and fees?

Texas motor vehicle sales tax is 6.25 percent and applies to used motor vehicles bought from a licensed dealer (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, 2026). The tax is figured on the sales price less any trade-in allowance, so a trade-in lowers the amount taxed. The dealer collects the tax when the vehicle’s gross weight is 11,000 pounds or less.

Registration adds a base fee of $50.75 for a passenger vehicle or truck of 6,000 pounds or less, plus applicable fees, including local county fees (Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, Schedule of Texas Registration Fees, 2026). On top of that, Harris County adds a local fee of 11.50 dollars, per the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles fee chart effective 2026 (txdmv.gov).

For the title, a $33 fee applies to applicants in Harris County, which is in the $33 group (Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, Motor Vehicle Title Manual, 2026).

What does the 2026 Encore GX offer on cargo and mpg?

The 2026 Encore GX has about 23.5 cubic feet of cargo behind row 2, measured by Buick. The FWD trim is EPA rated at 29 city, 31 highway and 30 combined, and the AWD is rated at 26 city, 28 highway and 27 combined. The FWD FFV flex-fuel version is rated at 30 city, 31 highway and 30 combined.

Group 1 Buick GMC North lists the Encore GX models shown here, so you can check the year and trim you want against these figures before you visit.

How does certified pre-owned coverage change which Encore GX year to buy?

A certified pre-owned Encore GX comes with the coverage Buick’s certified pre-owned program publishes. CarBravo vehicles under 10 model years old and 100,000 miles carry a 12-month, 12,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty with no deductible (CarBravo, 2026).

Vehicles 10 to 15 model years old with 100,000 to 150,000 miles receive a 30-day, 1,000-mile powertrain limited warranty (CarBravo, 2026).

What should you check on a used Buick Encore GX before buying in Houston?

Start with an independent mechanic inspection before you buy. Look for a clean title with no accident history, and prefer a vehicle under 50,000 miles if you can.

Harris County is one of the affected counties where registered vehicles must have an emissions test (Department of Public Safety, Inspection Criteria for Emission Inspection, 2026). Texans living in emissions counties must have a passing emissions inspection before applying for registration (Texas.gov, Texas Vehicle Registration, 2026).

Frequently asked questions

Can I apply for financing online for a used Encore GX?

Yes. We offer a secure online finance application.

Can I start a used Encore GX purchase online and finish it in person?

Yes. A CarBravo purchase can continue online or in person. We also offer lease buyout offers for Buick and GMC leases, which typically run 2 to 3 years, with options at lease end to turn in, buy out, or extend.

What do buyers say about the sales process at Group 1 Buick GMC North?

Customers describe a low-pressure process. In a July 2026 5-star Google review, Mark D. wrote: “Fantastic place to buy a car no pressure and straightforward. Dealing with these folks Jon our salesman was fantastic.”

How much is a new Buick Encore GX, for comparison with buying used?

The 2026 Encore GX starts at $26,200 MSRP for the Preferred, $27,400 for the Sport Touring and $31,700 for the Avenir.

Do I need an appointment to see a used Encore GX, and where is the store?

The address is 11300 FM 1960 West, Houston, TX 77065. The sales department is open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and closed on Sunday. Service hours are Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturday until 4:00 PM, closed Sunday. Sales is (281) 897-6690.

Does Group 1 Buick GMC North service the Encore GX after I buy it?

Yes. Technicians here hold ASE certification and work with genuine Buick and GMC parts. You can order parts online for pickup, and we call when an order is ready.

Is the Group 1 Buick GMC North website available in Spanish?

Yes. The site is in English and Spanish.

Why buy a used Buick Encore GX at Group 1 Buick GMC North in Houston?

Group 1 Buick GMC North is a Buick and GMC dealership at 11300 FM 1960 West, Houston, TX 77065, on the FM 1960 corridor near Willowbrook and Cypress. We sell new, used and certified pre-owned Buick and GMC vehicles, and we run a full service, parts and financing operation. Our parent company is Group 1 Automotive, one of the largest automotive retailers in the US and UK.

Our Google record is 4.4 stars across 7,919 reviews. Here is how we compare with the same-brand dealers in this market.

Our CarBravo vehicles are inspected by an expert technician, and we offer a secure online finance application. You can browse used inventory online, get a trade-in offer online, apply for financing, and finish online or in person. Start at Group 1 Buick GMC North, or call Sales at (281) 897-6690.

Group 1 Buick GMC North answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Houston showroom, or call (281) 897-6690.

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