Buick Encore GX vs. Dodge Journey
In comparing the Buick Encore GX's and the Dodge Journey's specifications and ratings, the Buick Encore GX has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Dodge Journey has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick Encore GX's and the Dodge Journey's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Journey is a better car than the Buick Encore GX.
Buick Encore GX vs. Dodge Journey Pricing
A used 2020 Buick Encore GX ranges from $19,145 to $26,995 while a used 2020 Dodge Journey is priced between $17,000 to $24,039.
Buick Encore GX vs. Dodge Journey Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Buick Encore GX loses 49.2 percent of its value and the Dodge Journey loses 48.3 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Journey retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Buick Encore GX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Encore GX’s base engine makes 137 horsepower, and the Dodge Journey base engine makes 172 horsepower. The Encore GX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The Journey is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles.This gives the Buick Encore GX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Journey the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 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 Buick Encore GX, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Buick Encore GX has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Journey, with an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
19145 - 26995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492208
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
17000 - 24039
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.482687
Buick Encore GX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 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 GX Rankings
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54 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Encore GX Trim Levels
Essence, Preferred, Select
Dodge Journey Trim Levels
Crossroad, SE Value
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 / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.73 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:
137 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
172 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
165 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 30 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 396 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
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
23.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
117.8 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:
3025 lbs
Width:
71.4 inches
Height:
64.1 inches
Length:
171.4 inches
Wheelbase:
102.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3818 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
66.6 inches
Length:
192.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17