2018 Buick Encore vs. 2018 Dodge Journey
When we compare the 2018 Buick Encore's and the 2018 Dodge Journey's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2018 Dodge Journey has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Buick Encore's and the 2018 Dodge Journey's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Dodge Journey is a better car than the 2018 Buick Encore.
2018 Buick Encore vs. 2018 Dodge Journey Pricing
A used 2018 Buick Encore ranges from $13,395 to $21,664 while a used 2018 Dodge Journey is priced between $11,500 to $21,261.
2018 Buick Encore vs. 2018 Dodge Journey Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Buick Encore loses 46.3 percent of its value and the 2018 Dodge Journey loses 48.3 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Buick Encore retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Dodge Journey.
2018 Buick Encore vs. 2018 Dodge Journey Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Encore is 8.4 out of 10 while the Dodge Journey's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Buick Encore being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Dodge Journey being ranked 16 out of 22 Best 7-Seater SUVs.
2018 Buick Encore vs. 2018 Dodge Journey Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Encore is 7.2 out of 10. For the Dodge Journey the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Journey a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Encore.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Buick Encore’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the 2018 Dodge Journey base engine makes 173 horsepower. The Encore is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Journey is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles.This gives the 2018 Buick Encore the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Dodge Journey the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Dodge Journey, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2018 Buick Encore, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The 2018 Buick Encore and 2018 Dodge Journey are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Buick Encore has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Dodge Journey, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
13395 - 21664
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462908
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11500 - 21261
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.482687
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.433333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Dodge Journey Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.466667 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Buick Encore Rankings
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54 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2018 Buick Encore Trim Levels
Base, Essence, Preferred, Preferred II, Premium, Sport Touring
2018 Dodge Journey Trim Levels
Crossroad, GT, SE, SXT, V6 Value Package
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 / 60000 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:
173 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
166 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 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):
27 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 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 / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 513 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
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:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
10.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.0 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:
3818 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
69.5 inches
Length:
192.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P215/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17