2021 Buick Encore vs. Chevrolet Trax: Differences Compared
Stand out with distinctive styling and nimble handling in both the 2021 Buick Encore and 2021 Chevrolet Trax. These sleek compact SUVs offer surprisingly spacious cabins to go with spunky handling to help you conquer the city. Both the Encore and Trax are very similar from engine to interior. To help you discover some of the differences between these outstanding models, the team at Reed Buick GMC compiled this comparison article outlining the key features of the 2021 Buick Encore versus the 2021 Chevrolet Trax.
For the purposes of this comparison, we compared the 2021 Buick Encore Preferred trim with all-wheel drive (AWD) versus the 2021 Chevrolet Trax LT with AWD. The Encore Preferred starts at $26,415 MSRP and the Trax Premier starts at $25,015 MSRP.
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Performance
Agile handling comes standard on both the 2021 Encore and 2021 Trax. With a wheelbase of just over 100 in. for both models, conquer small parking spaces with ease. And when you’re on the road, experience the thrills of turbocharged engine performance, plus strong fuel economy in both models. The top three trims in the Encore lineup offer AWD as an option, and all three Trax trims make it available to you. Find key engine specs for these similar models in the table below.
| 2021 Buick Encore | Model | 2021 Chevrolet Trax |
| ECOTEC 1.4L Turbo engine | Engine | 1.4L Turbo engine |
| 155 HP | Horsepower | 155 HP |
| 177 lb.-ft. | Torque | 177 lb.-ft. |
| 25/30 | MPG (city/hwy) | 26/31 |
| Five | Seating | Five |
Interior
Nearly identical interior specifications in the 2021 Encore and Trax gives way to slightly different appointments. Read through the feature for each model to see whether the upgrades of the Encore fit what you need.
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Technology
Maximize your connection when you drive the 2021 Encore or Trax. But for upsized information and infotainment screens, go with the 2021 Encore. Key features for both models include:
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Safety
Drive with supreme confidence thanks to the intelligent safety features of both the Encore and Trax. Browse the list of features below to see which SUV will keep you safest.
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