2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Cherokee
In comparing the 2017 Buick Encore's and the 2017 Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The 2017 Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Buick Encore's and the 2017 Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Jeep Cherokee is a better car than the 2017 Buick Encore.
2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Cherokee Pricing
A used 2017 Buick Encore ranges from $11,994 to $20,587 while a used 2017 Jeep Cherokee is priced between $13,144 to $23,997.
2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Cherokee Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Buick Encore loses 46.3 percent of its value and the 2017 Jeep Cherokee loses 41.7 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Jeep Cherokee retains 4.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Buick Encore.
2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Cherokee Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Encore is 8.4 out of 10 while the Jeep Cherokee's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Buick Encore being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Jeep Cherokee being ranked 13 out of 19 Best Small SUVs.
2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Cherokee Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Encore is 7.2 out of 10. For the Jeep Cherokee the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Cherokee an advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Encore.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Buick Encore’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the 2017 Jeep Cherokee base engine makes 180 horsepower. The Encore is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 477 miles.This gives the 2017 Buick Encore the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Jeep Cherokee the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Jeep Cherokee, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2017 Buick Encore, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Buick Encore has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Jeep Cherokee, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11994 - 20587
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462908
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13144 - 23997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.416533
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.433333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.003663 / 10
Reliability:
8.210989 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Buick Encore Rankings
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66 out of / 68Jeep Cherokee Rankings
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52 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Buick Encore Trim Levels
Base, Essence, Preferred, Preferred II, Premium, Sport Touring
2017 Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels
75th Anniversary, High Altitude, Latitude, Limited, Overland, Sport, Sport Altitude, Trailhawk, Trailhawk L Plus
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:
5 years / 100000 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):
4 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:
180 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 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):
350 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 477 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
24.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3237 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
168.4 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3655 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Length:
182 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 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 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/60R17