Buick Encore by Kevauto — CC-BY-SA-4.0 Consumers on the lookout for a compact SUV should have no trouble in today’s market. Two of the most prominent options are the Chevy Trax and Buick Encore. They both operate on the same GM Gamma II platform, so they’re similar in many ways. If you’re curious about the Chevy Trax vs. Buick Encore debate, there are a few things to consider before buying one for yourself.

The Buick brand has been around since the early 1900s but is still a key player in automotive manufacturing and innovation. Although this former household name may be overlooked by many people today, Buicks are still a solid choice for car buyers looking for affordable, safe, and refined vehicles. The Buick Encore is a subcompact crossover SUV that began production in 2012 and is in its second generation. However, every model and year of Buick will have its pros and cons.

2017 Buick Encore by Kevauto — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Buick Encore is a small SUV with a big personality and a big cargo area. It provides drivers a great way to get around town with sleek styling and amenities that often feel like a luxury car with the price of a budget car. With back seats and a passenger seat that fold down, you have a lot more versatility with the Encore than many other subcompact SUVs on the market today.