2026 BUICK Encore GX Preferred
KL4AMCSL3TB221452
1.3L 3-Cylinder In-Line Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) Turbo (L3T)
Engine
9-Speed Automatic
Transmission
AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
SOUTH KOREA
Built in
No factory image on file
2026 BUICK Encore GX
VIN Breakdown
| Segment | Code | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| WMI · World Mfr ID | KL4 | BUICK · Asia · South Korea |
| VDS · Descriptor | AMCSL | Encore GX Preferred |
| VIS · Vehicle ID | 3TB221452 | 2026 · Serial 221452 |
Basic Information
MakeBUICK
ModelEncore GX
Year2026
TrimPreferred
Body StyleSport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
ManufacturerBUICK
CountrySOUTH KOREA
Engine & Performance
Engine1.3L 3-Cylinder In-Line Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) Turbo (L3T)
Transmission9-Speed Automatic
Drive TypeAWD/All-Wheel Drive
Fuel TypeGasoline
Serial Number221452
Basic Information
Model Year
2026
Make
BUICK
Model
Encore GX
Trim Level
Preferred
Genuine Wood Trim
N/A
Engine & Performance
Engine Cylinders
3
Displacement
1.3 L
Displacement (CC)
1300.0 cc
Engine Code
L3T
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Notes
L3, SIDI, VVT, ALUM
Displacement (CI)
79.33086732315
Engine Type
1.3L L3 TURBO
Engine Displacement
1.3 liter
Engine Shape
L3
Transmission & Drivetrain
Driveline
AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Transmission-short
9A
Transmission-long
9-Speed Automatic
4WD/AWD
Std.
Dimensions & Weight
Curb Weight-automatic
3,255 lbs
Overall Length
171.20 in.
Wheelbase
102.00 in.
Standard Seating
5
Color Options
Interior Trim
Exterior Color
Features & Options
Powertrain-duration
60 month
Powertrain-distance
60,000 mile
Power Door Locks
N/A
Air Conditioning
Std.
Cruise Control
Std.
Leather Steering Wheel
Std.
Cassette Player
N/A
CD Player
N/A
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat
N/A
Front Power Lumbar Support
N/A
Front Power Memory Seat
N/A
Leather Seat
N/A
Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat
N/A
Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat
N/A
Power Sunroof
N/A
Power Sliding Side Van Door
N/A
Power Trunk Lid
N/A
Alloy Wheels
N/A
Power Windows
Std.
Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror
N/A
Fuel & Economy
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Tank
13.20 gallon
Fuel Economy-city
26 miles/gallon
Fuel Economy-highway
28 miles/gallon
Safety & Braking
Front Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Airbags
1st and 2nd Rows
Curtain Airbags
All Rows
Dynamic Brake Support
Standard
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
Standard
Brake System Type
Hydraulic
Anti-Brake System
4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Child Safety Door Locks
Std.
ABS Brakes
Std.
Electronic Brake Assistance
Std.
Driver Airbag
Std.
Front Side Airbag
Std.
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection
Std.
Passenger Airbag
Std.
Side Head Curtain Airbag
N/A
Second Row Side Airbag
N/A
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection
N/A
Suspension & Handling
Steering Type
R&P
Front Suspension
Ind
Rear Suspension
Semi
Front Spring Type
Coil
Rear Spring Type
Coil
Tilt Steering
Std.
Tilt Steering Column
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel
N/A
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
Std.
Telescopic Steering Column
Std.
Other Specifications
Manufactured in
SOUTH KOREA
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Valve Train
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Turbo
Yes
GVWR From
Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
GVWR To
Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Doors
4
Vehicle Stability Control System
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
TPMS Type
Direct
Backup Camera
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
Headlamp Type
LED
Plant City
BUPYEONG
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Lane Keeping Assistance
Standard
Automatic Emergency Braking
Standard
Series2
Cab/Utility Body Type
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Other Restraint System Info
AYF - Active Manual Belts
Auto-Reverse System for Windows and Sunroofs
Standard
Knee Air Bag Locations
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
Standard
Parking Assist
Standard
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB)
Standard
Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Rear Automatic Emergency Braking
Standard
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI)
Standard
Lane Centering Assistance
Standard
Production Seq. Number
221452
GVWR Class
C
Turning Diameter
36.90 in.
Tires
225/55R18
Front Headroom
39.70 in.
Rear Headroom
38.10 in.
Front Legroom
40.90 in.
Rear Legroom
36.00 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.40 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.60 in.
Front Hip Room
51.90 in.
Rear Hip Room
50.70 in.
Basic-duration
36 month
Basic-distance
36,000 mile
Rust-duration
72 month
Rust-distance
100,000 mile
MSRP
$27,900 USD
Destination Charge
$1,395 USD
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate
N/A
Vehicle Anti-Theft
Std.
Automatic Load-Leveling
N/A
Limited Slip Differential
Std.
Locking Differential
N/A
Electronic Parking Aid
Opt.
First Aid Kit
N/A
Trunk Anti-Trap Device
N/A
Keyless Entry
Std.
Remote Ignition
Std.
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
Std.
Tachometer
Std.
Adjustable Foot Pedals
N/A
Tire Pressure Monitor
Std.
Trip Computer
Std.
AM/FM Radio
Std.
CD Changer
N/A
DVD Player
N/A
Voice Activated Telephone
N/A
Navigation Aid
Std.
Second Row Sound Controls
N/A
Subwoofer
Std.
Telematics System
N/A
Front Cooled Seat
N/A
Front Heated Seat
Opt.
Front Split Bench Seat
N/A
Second Row Folding Seat
N/A
Second Row Heated Seat
N/A
Second Row Removable Seat
N/A
Third Row Removable Seat
N/A
Cargo Area Cover
N/A
Cargo Area Tiedowns
N/A
Cargo Net
N/A
Load Bearing Exterior Rack
N/A
Pickup Truck Bed Liner
N/A
Removable Top
N/A
Manual Sunroof
N/A
Automatic Headlights
Std.
Fog Lights
N/A
High Intensity Discharge Headlights
N/A
Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light
N/A
Running Boards
N/A
Front Air Dam
N/A
Rear Spoiler
N/A
Skid Plate
N/A
Splash Guards
N/A
Wind Deflector for Convertibles
N/A
Chrome Wheels
N/A
Full Size Spare Tire
N/A
Run Flat Tires
N/A
Steel Wheels
N/A
Electrochromic Exterior Rearview Mirror
N/A
Glass Rear Window on Convertible
N/A
Heated Exterior Mirror
Std.
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
N/A
Deep Tinted Glass
N/A
Interval Wipers
N/A
Rain Sensing Wipers
N/A
Rear Window Defogger
N/A
Rear Wiper
N/A
Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window
N/A
Tow Hitch Receiver
N/A
Pattern Information
PatternKL4AMCSL T
WMI
KL4 (South Korea, Asia)