2013 Buick Encore vs. 2013 Toyota RAV4
When we compare the 2013 Buick Encore's and the 2013 Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2013 Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Buick Encore's and the 2013 Toyota RAV4's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the 2013 Buick Encore.
2013 Buick Encore vs. 2013 Toyota RAV4 Pricing
A used 2013 Buick Encore ranges from $7,861 to $16,957 while a used 2013 Toyota RAV4 is priced between $10,998 to $20,000.
2013 Buick Encore vs. 2013 Toyota RAV4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2013 Buick Encore loses 46.3 percent of its value and the 2013 Toyota RAV4 loses 34.7 percent of its value. This means the 2013 Toyota RAV4 retains 11.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2013 Buick Encore.
2013 Buick Encore vs. 2013 Toyota RAV4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Encore is 8.4 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Buick Encore being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 2 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs.
2013 Buick Encore vs. 2013 Toyota RAV4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Encore is 7.2 out of 10. For the Toyota RAV4 the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Toyota RAV4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Encore.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2013 Buick Encore’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the 2013 Toyota RAV4 base engine makes 176 horsepower. The Encore is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles.This gives the 2013 Buick Encore the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2013 Toyota RAV4 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2013 Buick Encore and the 2013 Toyota RAV4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7861 - 16957
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462908
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10998 - 20000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.347266
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.433333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.634471 / 10
Reliability:
8.403413 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Buick Encore Rankings
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66 out of / 68Toyota RAV4 Rankings
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64 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2013 Buick Encore Trim Levels
Base, Convenience, Leather, Premium
2013 Toyota RAV4 Trim Levels
XLE, LE, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
176 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
382 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3190 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
168.4 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3435 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
179.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17