2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2014 Buick Encore
When we compare the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's and the 2014 Buick Encore's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2014 Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's and the 2014 Buick Encore's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a better car than the 2014 Buick Encore.
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2014 Buick Encore Pricing
A used 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited ranges from $17,875 to $30,039 while a used 2014 Buick Encore is priced between $7,999 to $17,297.
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2014 Buick Encore Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited loses 10.4 percent of its value and the 2014 Buick Encore loses 46.3 percent of its value. This means the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited retains 35.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2014 Buick Encore.
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2014 Buick Encore Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 9.1 out of 10 while the Buick Encore's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being ranked 4 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Buick Encore being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs.
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2014 Buick Encore Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 8.3 out of 10. For the Buick Encore the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited an advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Encore.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the 2014 Buick Encore base engine makes 138 horsepower. The Wrangler Unlimited is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles. The Encore is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles.This gives the 2014 Buick Encore the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2014 Buick Encore has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17875 - 30039
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.103605
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7999 - 17297
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462908
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.070944 / 10
Reliability:
8.341888 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.433333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rankings
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22 out of / 31Ranking
25 out of / 31Buick Encore Rankings
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1 out of / 13Ranking
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7 out of / 13Ranking
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66 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Trim Levels
Altitude Edition, Dragon, Freedom Edition, Polar Edition, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sahara, Sport, Sport RHD, Willys Wheeler Edition
2014 Buick Encore Trim Levels
Base, Convenience, Leather, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Cargo Space:
46.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
86.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
150.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4277 lbs
Width:
82.8 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
173.4 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R18