2020 Buick Encore vs. 2020 Hyundai KONA
When comparing the 2020 Buick Encore's and the 2020 Hyundai KONA's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The 2020 Hyundai KONA has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Buick Encore's and the 2020 Hyundai KONA's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Hyundai KONA is a better car than the 2020 Buick Encore.
2020 Buick Encore vs. 2020 Hyundai KONA Pricing
A used 2020 Buick Encore ranges from $16,496 to $23,997 while a used 2020 Hyundai KONA is priced between $16,576 to $25,498.
2020 Buick Encore vs. 2020 Hyundai KONA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Buick Encore loses 46.3 percent of its value and the 2020 Hyundai KONA loses 43.3 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Hyundai KONA retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Buick Encore.
2020 Buick Encore vs. 2020 Hyundai KONA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Encore is 8.4 out of 10 while the Hyundai KONA's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Buick Encore being ranked 2 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Hyundai KONA being ranked 5 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs.
2020 Buick Encore vs. 2020 Hyundai KONA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Encore is 7.2 out of 10. For the Hyundai KONA the reliability rating is 5.9 out of 10. This gives the Buick Encore an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai KONA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Buick Encore’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the 2020 Hyundai KONA base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Encore is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The KONA is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles. This gives the 2020 Hyundai KONA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Buick Encore. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 2020 Hyundai KONA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2020 Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room. The 2020 Buick Encore and 2020 Hyundai KONA are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Buick Encore and the 2020 Hyundai KONA have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$16,496 - $23,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$16,576 - $25,498
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.3%
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Encore Rankings
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1 out of / 60Ranking
1 out of / 55Ranking
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48 out of / 60Ranking
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65 out of / 67Hyundai KONA Rankings
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1 out of / 4Ranking
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4 out of / 11Ranking
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19 out of / 55Ranking
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57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Buick Encore Trim Levels
Base, Essence, Preferred, Sport Touring
2020 Hyundai KONA Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Ultimate
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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):
5 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:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 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 / 30 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 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):
356 / 436 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:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
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:
52.5 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:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
45.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3237 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
168.4 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2890 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
164 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 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:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
