Buick Encore GX vs. Kia Seltos
When comparing the Buick Encore GX to the Kia Seltos, the Buick Encore GX has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Kia Seltos has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick Encore GX versus the Kia Seltos, the Kia Seltos is a better car than the Buick Encore GX.
Buick Encore GX versus Kia Seltos Pricing
A used 2023 Buick Encore GX ranges from $25,388 to $35,072 while a used 2023 Kia Seltos is priced between $24,304 to $32,984. For a new model, the Buick Encore GX's price is between $26,253 and $36,249, with the Kia Seltos priced between $24,415 and $31,800.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Encore GX’s base engine makes 137 horsepower, and the Kia Seltos base engine makes 146 horsepower. The Encore GX is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, while the Seltos is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 409 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Kia Seltos has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Buick Encore GX has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Kia Seltos has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Buick Encore GX has higher safety ratings than the Kia Seltos, with an average rating of 4.50 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$26,253 - $36,249
Used Asking Price:
$25,388 - $35,072
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$24,415 - $31,800
Used Asking Price:
$24,304 - $32,984
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
42.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.5 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
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53 out of / 61Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Essence, Preferred, Select
Trim Levels
EX, LX, Nightfall, S, SX
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 / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.50 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:
146 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 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 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 31 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD / FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 31 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
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:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 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 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
26.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3065 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:
3087 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
172 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
225/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
