2014 Kia Sorento vs. 2014 Buick Encore
In comparing the 2014 Kia Sorento's and the 2014 Buick Encore's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and base engine power. The 2014 Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Kia Sorento's and the 2014 Buick Encore's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2014 Kia Sorento vs. 2014 Buick Encore Pricing
A used 2014 Kia Sorento ranges from $7,687 to $18,420 while a used 2014 Buick Encore is priced between $7,999 to $17,297.
2014 Kia Sorento vs. 2014 Buick Encore Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2014 Kia Sorento loses 48.5 percent of its value and the 2014 Buick Encore loses 46.3 percent of its value. This means the 2014 Buick Encore retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2014 Kia Sorento.
2014 Kia Sorento vs. 2014 Buick Encore Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Sorento is 7.7 out of 10 while the Buick Encore's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Kia Sorento being ranked 3 out of 7 Best 6-seater SUVs and the Buick Encore being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs.
2014 Kia Sorento vs. 2014 Buick Encore Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Sorento is 8.0 out of 10. For the Buick Encore the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Kia Sorento a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Encore.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 Kia Sorento’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the 2014 Buick Encore base engine makes 138 horsepower. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, while the Encore is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 452 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2014 Buick Encore has higher safety ratings than the 2014 Kia Sorento, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.49 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7687 - 18420
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.48549
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7999 - 17297
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462908
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.745714 / 10
Reliability:
8.047143 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.5 / 10
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.433333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Sorento Rankings
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58 out of / 66Buick Encore Rankings
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66 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2014 Kia Sorento Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX, SX Limited
2014 Buick Encore Trim Levels
Base, Convenience, Leather, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
4.49 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:
191 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1650 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:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 452 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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
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
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
9.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
160.5 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:
3594 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.9 inches
Length:
184.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R18