BMW X1 vs. Buick Encore
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW X1 and Buick Encore contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW X1 and the Buick Encore.
When we compare the BMW X1's and the Buick Encore's specifications and ratings, the BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and overall quality score. The BMW X1 and Buick Encore have the same fuel efficiency Based on this comparison of the BMW X1's and the Buick Encore's specifications and ratings, the Buick Encore is a better car than the BMW X1.
Pricing: A used 2022 BMW X1 ranges from $24,500 to $33,996 while a used 2022 Buick Encore is priced between $18,905 to $27,907.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X1 loses 44.6 percent of its value and the Buick Encore loses 44 percent of its value. This means the Buick Encore retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X1.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X1 is 7.9 out of 10 while the Buick Encore's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the BMW X1 being ranked 1 out of 12 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Buick Encore being ranked 3 out of 12. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X1 is ranked 11 and the Buick Encore is ranked 14.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the BMW X1 and Buick Encore is 7.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW X1’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the Buick Encore base engine makes 155 horsepower. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles. The Encore is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles.This gives the Buick Encore the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW X1 the advantage in maximum range. The X1 uses premium unleaded, and the Encore uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the BMW X1 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Buick Encore has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Buick Encore has higher safety ratings than the BMW X1, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.88 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
35400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
34895
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
24400 - 44700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
23682 - 29406
Starting MSRP:
24600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
34895
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
24400 - 44700
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
28916
Price Range:
24500 - 33996
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
31331
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
22611 - 40395
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
83
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
38245
# Good or Great Deals:
37
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
22611
Price Range:
18905 - 27907
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
31331
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
22611 - 40395
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
232
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
29286
# Good or Great Deals:
54
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.93559 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.726769 / 10
Safety:
8.9 / 10
Buick Encore Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.319852 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.759556 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X1
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
10.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
9.1 - 10.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.041
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Buick Encore
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
10.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
9.1 - 10.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.141
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.252675224063793
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.0 - 8.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5386597938972575
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.0 - 8.3
BMW X1 Rankings
Ranking
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6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 64Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 68Ranking
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62 out of / 68Buick Encore Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
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11 out of / 12Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
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36 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
60 out of / 68Ranking
66 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X1 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28i
Buick Encore Trim Levels
Preferred
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
4.88 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 531 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
27.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 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:
111.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3536 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3195 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
168.4 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P215/55R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Misano Blue Metallic / Phytonic Blue Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic / Storm Bay Metallic
Silver
Cashmere Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Twilight Metallic
Blue
Dark Moon Blue Metallic
Gray
Not available
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White / White Frost Tricoat
Red
Cinnabar Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Highlight
Brown
Mocha
Gray
Oyster / Oyster/Black
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Beige
Shale w/ Ebony Accents
