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Can we let you in on a little secret? Your search for a subcompact SUV might've started with the Toyota Corolla Cross, but we're confident it will end with you behind the wheel of the Buick Encore GX. What makes us so certain? Slating the 2022 Buick Encore GX vs 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross shows that Buick continues its reign as the only automaker capable of delivering luxury and innovation at an affordable price.
Like any race, our comparison begins at the starting line where the Corolla Cross sits wheel-to-wheel alongside the Encore GX. The Corolla Cross is new to the race, making its debut in the Toyota lineup as the crossover version of the popular Corolla sedan. Taking a cue from its namesake, the Corolla Cross is affordably priced at $22,195. However, don't expect this to get you much in terms of luxury. Fortunately, the 2022 Buick Encore GX is another story.
The Encore GX effortlessly blends luxury and modern innovation across its three-trim lineup. What's more impressive is that Buick doesn't require you to spend a fortune on the model, with the Encore GX Select starting at $25,800.[a] The starting MSRP is slightly higher than the Corolla Cross, but the Encore GX's entry-level trim comes standard with heated front seats, remote vehicle start, and automatic dual-zone climate control. You won't find any of these options on the Corolla Cross base trim, making the Encore GX an exceptional value.
Further, we're just getting started. From trims and performance to connectivity and safety features, there are plenty of reasons why the 2022 Buick Encore GX wins the race against the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross. Trust us; you'll fall in love with the Encore GX, an SUV that represents the crossroads of luxury and affordability.
Do you believe that you get what you pay for? The adage is often used to prove that always opting for the cheapest option doesn't necessarily mean you're getting the best deal or long-term value. This is certainly the case when you look at the value that every trim in the Corolla Cross and Encore GX lineups has to offer.
The L starts the Corolla Cross' 2022 lineup at $22,195. The L is a bare-bones trim that comes standard with basic features like single-zone air conditioning and manual seats. However, Toyota does equip every model with the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite of safety and driver-assist features. You'll also find the entry-level trim offers smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, a 7-inch touchscreen display, and a three-month trial to SiriusXM satellite radio.
While the Encore GX Select starts slightly higher at $25,800, the SUV offers incredible value. Unlike the manual system on the Corolla Cross, the Encore GX comes standard with automatic dual-zone climate control. It's also equipped with heated, power-adjustable front seats and an 8-inch color touchscreen display that's home to Amazon Alexa and smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Like Toyota's standard safety suite, Buick equips every model with its Buick Driver Confidence package.
You'll have to skip the entry-level L and mid-level LE trims in the Corolla Cross lineup and opt for the XLE to find any semblance of luxury. Even then, Toyota's definition of "luxury" is drastically different from Buick's. On the XLE, luxury looks like SofTex-trimmed seating, ambient lighting, and available upgrades like a moonroof and power liftgate. In contrast, the Encore GX Essence exudes opulence with its leather seating, LED lighting, heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an air ionizer that actively purifies the air in the cabin to reduce odors from the world outside.
The beauty about subcompact SUVs is that they give you ample room for passengers and cargo without sacrificing efficiency or sedan-like performance. This is the case for the 2022 Encore GX and the 2022 Corolla Cross. However, one outperforms the other in a significant way.
Toyota relies on its proven 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and continuously variable transmission to power the 2022 Corolla Cross. The engine churns out 169 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque, making the Corolla Cross capable of driving around town or cruising at highway speeds. Opting for the all-wheel-drive Corolla Cross extends this capability by optimizing the SUV's traction in slippery conditions.
Like Toyota, Buick doesn't give you a choice between powertrains in the 2022 Encore GX lineup. Instead, the luxury SUV is powered by a standard 1.3-liter turbocharged engine that delivers 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque. While the Encore GX delivers less horsepower, torque plays a considerable role in mountainous or hilly areas like Middle Tennessee. The Encore GX's higher torque rating pushes the Buick legions ahead of the Toyota since the Encore GX doesn't have to work as hard to pull itself up a hill or maintain a steady speed.
Buick takes the Encore GX's performance one step further by mating the turbocharged engine with a 9-speed automatic transmission on all-wheel-drive models. Why is this important? Continuously variable transmissions are relatively new to the automotive industry and are known for their ability to balance performance and efficiency; however, they don't provide the same torque or driving engagement as a traditional transmission. By offering a 9-speed automatic instead of just a continuously variable transmission, Buick improves the performance of the Encore GX.
Another important distinction between the Encore GX and the Corolla Cross is capability. While both models are available with all-wheel-drive, Buick once again raises the bar with StabiliTrak. Buick's exclusive StabiliTrak system constantly monitors for wheel slippage, automatically intervening when it senses a loss in traction. When paired with Buick's Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive system, the components give you greater confidence and control in any condition.
It's 2022, and you have every reason to expect innovative technology in SUVs like the Corolla Cross and Encore GX. Fortunately, Toyota and Buick deliver. You'll find both models come standard with an array of safety and driver-assist features, digital displays, and smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There are, however, a few key differences that put the Encore GX further in the lead. For example, the Corolla Cross' standard 7-inch touchscreen display is noticeably smaller than the 8-inch display that comes standard on every Encore GX in the lineup.
Beyond connectivity features and digital displays, the Encore GX and Corolla Cross prioritize your safety and engineer confidence behind the wheel. On the Corolla Cross, this confidence comes from the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite, which is standard across the lineup. The suite equips the SUV with a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, and more. In addition, you can extend the suite with the available Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert on the top trim.
While the Corolla Cross' safety technology is impressive, the Encore GX offers even more. For example, every Encore GX comes standard with the Buick Driver Confidence package. This suite includes Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert, a Following Distance Indicator, IntelliBeam headlamps, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Front Pedestrian Braking. Every model also comes standard with a high-definition rear vision camera that extends your view behind the SUV. Other available tools include Automatic Parking Assist with Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, an HD Surround Vision Camera, and Adaptive Cruise Control.
Buick's exclusive Teen Driver technology gives the Encore GX an even bigger lead over the Toyota. The technology allows parents to create custom driving profiles for their young drivers before getting behind the wheel. Parents can set speed and regional parameters and access an in-vehicle report card, promoting safe driving habits and delivering more coachable moments.
The 2022 Encore GX showcases Buick's exceptional reputation in the automotive industry as one of the few automakers that delivers affordable luxury. Unlike competitors such as the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross, the Encore GX doesn't require you to make sacrifices or settle for less. Fortunately, neither do we.
Here at Newton Chevrolet GMC, we don't believe in settling. Our customers shouldn't have to sacrifice luxury, capability, or innovation for affordability, which is why we're proud to carry models like the 2022 Encore GX. We also believe that our customers shouldn't have to settle for anything less than the best when buying a vehicle. That's why we guarantee to change your car-buying experience from the moment you drive onto the lot.
While other dealerships focus on making the sale, we like to do things differently and focus on you. Our team isn't motivated by commissions or quotas; instead, they're here to build meaningful relationships with every customer. Why? Because we're here to get to know you, what you love about Buick, and what you're looking for in your next vehicle. In learning more about you, we'll help you find the perfect Buick for your needs and then show you what it means to have the Newton team at your service every mile ahead. This is what it means to shop with the leading Buick dealer in the region, a dealership where you always come first.
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