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2022 Buick Encore vs. 2022 Ford EcoSport Review

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2022 Buick
Encore

MSRP*: $26,100 to $26,720
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2022 Ford
EcoSport

MSRP*: $22,040 to $28,395
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 32 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.4 ft3 50.0 ft3
Engine
  • 155-hp, 1.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 166-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 155 hp 166 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 168.4 in 161.3 in
Exterior Width 70.1 in 69.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 35.8 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.7 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.8 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 37.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Buick Encore offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Ford EcoSport, with comparable head- and legroom. The Ford EcoSport will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Buick Encore.

Convenience
The Buick Encore requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Ford EcoSport, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Buick Encore is somewhat more expensive than the Ford EcoSport.

Dimensions
The Buick Encore is about the same width as the Ford EcoSport. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Buick Encore, which is slightly longer than the Ford EcoSport.

Handling
The Buick Encore has a larger turning radius than the Ford EcoSport, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Buick Encore has a little less horsepower than the Ford EcoSport.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Encore does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Ford EcoSport.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Encore and the Ford EcoSport. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Buick Encore as you will in the Ford EcoSport.

Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the Buick Encore than that of the Ford EcoSport.