How do the 2022 Chevrolet Trax and Buick Encore Compare?

The 2022 Chevrolet Trax and Buick Encore look similar at first glance. They are both compact SUVs around the same price, with great gas mileage, and the same amount of cargo space. Either would be a great choice for a daily driver. But, with all these similarities, what are the differences between the Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax? Keep reading to find out.

2022 Chevrolet Trax

The 2022 Chevrolet Trax is an easily maneuverable, budget-friendly, subcompact SUV, with a starting MSRP of $21,400. The Trax has an intuitive infotainment system, spacious interior, and gets good gas mileage, making it a great choice for a daily vehicle to drive on Lexington roads.

A Boost in Power for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax

Chevrolet gave an exciting update for 2022. The new Trax got a boost in power – it went from 139 hp and 148 lb.-ft. of torque to 155 hp and 177 lb.-ft. This is a significant upgrade, making the Trax even more appealing as a budget-friendly SUV.

A Stylish and Roomy Interior

Although the Chevrolet Trax looks small from the outside, the interior is surprisingly spacious. When you fold the 60/40 rear seats down, there is 48.4 cu. ft of room inside the Trax – more than enough room for all your road-trip essentials. The Trax gives you even more storage in a tray under the rear floor and the front passenger under-seat drawer on the LT. You and your passengers will be comfortable with the available heated front seats and the four possible seating configurations.

There is plenty of tech in the interior, as well. Every Chevy Trax comes standard with the 7” Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a 3-month trial subscription of Sirius XM, and an available built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. If you and your passenger like to charge your phone while you’re in the car, you’re covered – the Trax has two USB ports you can use.

A Modern Exterior with New Special Editions

The exciting features of the Trax don’t end there. New for 2022, the Trax comes in two special editions – the Midnight Edition and Sport Edition. The Midnight Edition comes with:

• 18” gloss black aluminum wheels
• All-season Blackwall tires
• Black front and rear skid plates
• Front and rear skid plates
• Front and rear bowtie emblems
• Black beltline moldings and door handles
• Black Chevrolet bowtie emblems

The Trax comes standard with 16” aluminum wheels. The LT has side rails and roof-mounted luggage racks, making it a desirable choice for people that love to travel. LED daytime running lamps and taillamps are available on the LT – perfect for those who like to have the modern style that’s expected on Lexington and Louisville city streets.

Great Gas Mileage and Performance

The Trax is surprisingly snappy – the 1.4L turbocharged engine is capable of 155 hp and 177 lb.-ft. of torque. It gets an EPA-estimated 24 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway, making it even better for your road trips out of Kentucky. It comes with a standard six-speed automatic transmission and the choice between front or all-wheel drive. The Trax’s brakes are one of the strongest in its class[1], making it easy to navigate.

Features to Keep You Safe

Every 2022 Chevrolet Trax comes standard with a rear vision camera, a tire pressure monitoring system, a high-strength safety cage, 10 airbags, and up to three months of OnStar Safety and Security coverage. You can add more safety features, which include a forward-collision warning, blind spot monitoring, and rear parking sensors.

Fantastic Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

As an added perk, Chevrolet offers a complimentary first maintenance visit for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax. The limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles and the powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles.

2022 Buick Encore

The 2022 Buick Encore is just as exciting. It has a tasteful exterior, a comfortable interior, and some great safety features. The starting MSRP of $24,600, plus the features below, make the Buick Encore a top choice for a budget-friendly SUV.

A New Engine and Exciting Features for the 2022 Encore

The 2022 Encore underwent a couple of changes this year, including the discontinuation of the base trim, leaving only the Preferred trim available. The engine got a boost, going up to 155 hp from the previous 138 hp. Buick also added a new standard electric heater and driver/front passenger seatback map pockets.

A Comfortable and Tech-Filled Interior

Inside, the Buick Encore impresses with a load of technology to keep you and your passengers entertained and comfortable, plus ample cargo space. With keyless open and start and quiet tuning technology, the Encore is tailored for your convenience and comfort.

The 2022 Encore’s second-row seats fold down, giving it a maximum of 48.4 cu.-ft. of cargo space – the same as the 2022 Chevrolet Trax. Without the rear seats folded, you get 18.8 cu. ft., which is more than enough room to store all your belongings and carry-ons on your next family road trip. If you need to stow a longer item, you can fold down the front passenger seat.

In addition to the cargo space, the Buick Encore is appealing due to the plethora of intuitive technology. It comes standard with a 7.0” IntelliLink infotainment system, with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a six-speaker audio system, and audio streaming capability via Bluetooth, USB, or an auxiliary jack. If you want even better sound, you can upgrade to a Bose premium audio setup with seven speakers.

A Modern, Sleek Exterior

The exterior of the 2022 Buick Encore does not disappoint. The 18” standard aluminum wheels with Technical Gray pockets, standard LED daytime running lamps, and the available power moonroof give the Encore a stylish and modern exterior. In addition, the LED-accented taillamps reflect the sporty personality.

If you love to go on long trips, a road trip package is available, which includes all-weather floor mats and roof rack cross rails. A solar-absorbing windshield is standard, which helps to minimize the effects of solar rays entering the cabin and assists in keeping the cabin at a comfortable temperature. You’ll also get heated power outside mirrors, a helpful feature for icy Kentucky winters.

Turbocharged Performance

The Buick Encore is powerful for its size. It uses a six-speed automatic transmission, with a 1.4L Turbo engine, capable of up to 155 hp. If you want more capability, you can choose to get the available all-wheel drive. This option helps to monitor all four wheels and transfer power among the wheels when necessary. The 2022 Encore also has StabiliTrak – a feature that automatically intervenes when it senses the loss of traction.

The Encore gets an EPA-estimated 24 mpg in the city and 32.0 mpg on the highway, the same estimate as the Trax.

Impressive Safety Features

If you are considering the purchase of a 2022 Buick Encore for the family or a new driver and are worried about the safety features, rest assured. The 2022 Encore comes standard with 10 airbags and a plethora of available safety technology to make you feel safe every time you enter the vehicle. Standard safety technology for the Buick Encore includes OnStar and Buick Connected Services capability, a LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) system, a rear vision camera, and a tire pressure monitoring system.

If you desire even more safety tech, Buick offers a variety of safety features including front and rear park assist, lane departure warning, rear-cross-traffic alert, and side blind zone alerts.

A Variety of Warranty Options

Buick offers four warranties for the 2022 Encore, which include:

• Bumper to Bumper Limited Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles
• Powertrain/Drivetrain Limited Warranty: 5 years/60,000 miles
• Roadside Assistance Program: 5 years/60,000 miles
• Rust Limited Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles or 6 years/100,000 miles

So… Which One is Better?

That is up to you to decide! Both have great gas mileage, technology, interior space, and safety features. Although one might beat the other in certain areas, either one would be a great choice for your next vehicle. If you’re looking for a new Buick Encore or Chevrolet Trax for sale in Kentucky, come visit us at Dan Cummins or contact us and we will get you a great deal. Plus, we have an unbeatable lifetime powertrain guarantee on all new vehicles, more than 5000 pleased customers, and we sell and ship to wherever you are located.

[1] https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/trax