Honda HR-V vs. Buick Encore
When we compare the Honda HR-V to the Buick Encore, the Honda HR-V has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, 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, and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Honda HR-V versus the Buick Encore, the Honda HR-V is a better car than the Buick Encore.
Honda HR-V versus Buick Encore Pricing
A used 2023 Honda HR-V ranges from $26,440 to $33,901 while a used 2022 Buick Encore is priced between $23,743 to $29,419. For a new model, the Honda HR-V's price is between $25,041 and $30,695, with the Buick Encore priced between $25,921 and $29,604.
Honda HR-V versus Buick Encore Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda HR-V is 8.1 out of 10 while the Buick Encore's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Honda HR-V being ranked 3 out of 18 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Buick Encore being ranked 2 out of 12 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda HR-V’s base engine makes 158 horsepower, and the Buick Encore base engine makes 155 horsepower. The HR-V is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, while the Encore is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 448 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Honda HR-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Buick Encore has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Honda HR-V has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Buick Encore has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda HR-V and the Buick Encore have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,041 - $30,695
Used Asking Price:
$26,440 - $33,901
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,921 - $29,604
Used Asking Price:
$23,743 - $29,419
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 18Subcompact SUVs with Best Resale Value
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3 out of / 18Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
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4 out of / 61Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
12 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
40 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 12Most Reliable Luxury Subcompact SUVs
Ranking
2 out of / 12Luxury Subcompact SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 67Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
18 out of / 67Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
20 out of / 67Summary 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
EX-L, LX, Sport
Trim Levels
Preferred
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 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):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 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:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
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:
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
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
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
24.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.1 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:
3159 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
104.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum with painted accents
Tire Size:
P215/55R18
