2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Wrangler
When we compare the 2017 Buick Encore's and the 2017 Jeep Wrangler'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. The 2017 Jeep Wrangler has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Buick Encore's and the 2017 Jeep Wrangler's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Jeep Wrangler is a better car than the 2017 Buick Encore.
2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Wrangler Pricing
A used 2017 Buick Encore ranges from $11,994 to $20,587 while a used 2017 Jeep Wrangler is priced between $21,475 to $32,996.
2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler loses 8.9 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Jeep Wrangler retains 37.4 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 Wrangler Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Encore is 8.4 out of 10 while the Jeep Wrangler's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Buick Encore being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Jeep Wrangler being ranked 6 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.
2017 Buick Encore vs. 2017 Jeep Wrangler Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Encore is 7.2 out of 10. For the Jeep Wrangler the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler base engine makes 285 horsepower. The Encore is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Wrangler is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 391 miles. This gives the 2017 Buick Encore the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Jeep Wrangler. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Jeep Wrangler, a compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2017 Buick Encore, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 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:
11994 - 20587
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462908
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21475 - 32996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.089293
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.433333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Wrangler Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.129827 / 10
Reliability:
8.459654 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Buick Encore Rankings
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28 out of / 68Ranking
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66 out of / 68Jeep Wrangler Rankings
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2 out of / 56Ranking
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33 out of / 49Available 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 Wrangler Trim Levels
75th Anniversary Edition, Big Bear, Chief Edition, Freedom, Rubicon, Rubicon Hard Rock, Rubicon Recon, Sahara, Smoky Mountain, Sport, Sport S, Willys Wheeler, Willys Wheeler W, Winter Edition
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):
Not yet available
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:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
316 / 391 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:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
N/A
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:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.7 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.1 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:
3760 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
72.5 inches
Length:
164.3 inches
Wheelbase:
95.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 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:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/75R16