Buick Encore vs. Chevrolet Trax
In comparing the Buick Encore to the Chevrolet Trax, the Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and overall quality score. The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick Encore versus the Chevrolet Trax, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Buick Encore versus Chevrolet Trax Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Buick Encore ranges from $17,999 to $25,990 while a used Chevrolet Trax from the same model year range is priced between $16,500 to $23,975. For a new model, the Buick Encore's price is between $25,754 and $29,443, with the Chevrolet Trax priced between $22,625 and $26,579.
Buick Encore versus Chevrolet Trax Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Encore is 8.4 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Trax's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Buick Encore being ranked 2 out of 12 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Chevrolet Trax being ranked 4 out of 18 Best Subcompact SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Buick Encore and the Chevrolet Trax makes 155 horsepower. Both the Encore and the Trax are rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Buick Encore has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and trunk space. The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room. The Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax are comparable in regards to front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity than the Buick Encore.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Buick Encore and the Chevrolet Trax have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,754 - $29,443
Used Asking Price:
$17,999 - $25,990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$22,625 - $26,579
Used Asking Price:
$16,500 - $23,975
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.5%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
24 out of / 61Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
33 out of / 61Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Preferred
Trim Levels
LS, LT
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:
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 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):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
18.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.5 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3124 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum with painted accents
Tire Size:
P215/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
P205/70R16
