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2026 Buick Encore GX vs Toyota Corolla Cross in Franklin, TN

Are you looking for your ideal small SUV near Nashville, TN? Then you should visit Darrell Waltrip Buick GMC and check out our new inventory. You will find models like the 2026 Buick Encore GX, a stylish, fun-to-drive subcompact crossover loaded with impressive features.

If you are in the market for a new crossover, there is a good chance that you have considered other, similar models, such as the Toyota Corolla Cross. While the Toyota Corolla Cross has plenty of quality, at Darrell Waltrip Buick GMC, we think that a close comparison reveals that the Buick Encore GX wins out as the more appealing small SUV. Keep reading to learn more.


2026 Buick Encore GX vs Toyota Corolla Cross

  • The 2026 Buick Encore GX offers two engine options for Nashville drivers to consider: a standard 1.2-liter turbocharged I3 (137 horsepower, 162 pound-feet of torque) and an available 1.3-liter turbocharged I3 (155 horsepower and 174 pound-feet). The Toyota Corolla Cross offers one engine option: a 2.0-liter I4 (169 horsepower, 151 pound-feet).
  • Every 2026 Buick Encore GX comes standard with an impressive 11-inch infotainment touchscreen. This touchscreen makes it easy to control vehicle settings, navigation, audio, apps, and hands-free calls and texts. The Toyota Corolla Cross comes standard with an eight-inch touchscreen, and offers a 10.5-inch touchscreen as an available upgrade.
  • The 2026 Buick Encore GX and Toyota Corolla Cross both come standard with front-wheel drive and offer all-wheel drive as an available upgrade.
  • Remote engine start comes standard for the 2026 Buick Encore GX. This feature lets you start the vehicle before you enter, letting you warm up the cabin in advance on chilly mornings and give the air conditioning time to cool the interior on hot days.
  • If you love leather upholstery in your vehicle, the 2026 Buick Encore GX has you covered. The top-tier Avenir trim comes standard with leather seats, adding comfort and style to every drive in Franklin. The Toyota Corolla Cross does not offer leather upholstery anywhere on its trim lineup.
  • Automatic wiper blades take the stress out of driving on a rainy day. This feature activates your windshield wipers as soon as the system detects rainfall. Instead of having to fiddle with the vehicle's wiper blade settings while you drive, you can focus on the road and driving safely. The Toyota Corolla Cross does not offer automatic wiper blades as a feature.
  • The 2026 Buick Encore GX and Toyota Corolla Cross both come standard with a digital gauge cluster, which displays important driving information with crystal-clear graphics.
  • Both the 2026 Buick Encore GX and Toyota Corolla Cross offer a 360-degree surround-view camera system. This feature provides a bird's-eye view of the area around the vehicle, making it much easier to park in a crowded lot or in a tight spot along the curb.
  • A wireless charging pad is available for both the 2026 Buick Encore GX and the Toyota Corolla Cross. This feature lets you keep your smartphone powered up on longer drives, without having to deal with cables getting tangled.
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    Take a 2026 Buick Encore GX for a Test Drive in Franklin Today

    Are you ready to see for yourself if the 2026 Buick Encore GX is the right subcompact crossover for you? Then you should visit Darrell Waltrip Buick GMC, where you can browse our full inventory of new vehicles and take a Buick Encore GX for a test drive. While you are here, stop by our Finance Center to learn more about your payment options, including financing and leasing. To schedule your test drive, contact us.

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