2024 Buick
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2023 Kia
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| MPG - City | 26 - 30 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 - 31 MPG | 28 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 50.2 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 137 - 155 hp | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 171.2 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.4 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage than in the Buick Encore GX, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Buick Encore GX offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
With the Kia Sportage, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Buick Encore GX, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
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). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Encore GX will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Sportage.
Dimensions
Since the Buick Encore GX is much slimmer than the Kia Sportage, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Buick Encore GX, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Kia Sportage.
Handling
The Buick Encore GX has a smaller turning radius than the Kia Sportage, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Buick Encore GX has a little less horsepower than the Kia Sportage.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Buick Encore GX and the Kia Sportage are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Encore GX and the Kia Sportage.
The Buick Encore GX has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Sportage.