2024 Buick Encore GX vs 2025 Lexus RX Hybrid
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MSRP$25,600 | MSRP$51,125 |
Listings171 | Listings22 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
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2024 Buick Encore GX Reviews SummaryThe latest from Buick is a smartly refreshed Encore GX subcompact crossover, available in Preferred, Sport Touring, and for the first time, Avenir trims. This is Buick’s best-selling model and it’s easy to see why. The Encore GX is economical but still looks great, and it offers a decent powertrain and a comfy ride. | |
2025 Lexus RX Hybrid Reviews SummaryIs the popularity of Lexus’s midsize two-row SUV justifiable? Or does the RX sell on the strength of the Lexus brand and the model’s legendary reputation for reliability, a plush ride, and a quiet interior? The changes to the 2025 RX don’t help answer that question, unless you're looking for sportier choices such as the new F Sport Black Line special edition shown here. Verdict: Though it lacks substantial competition in the luxury hybrid SUV segment, the 2025 Lexus RX Hybrid is worthy of consideration. With hybrid, performance hybrid, and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain choices, as well as a range of packages that cater to a variety of customer requirements, it checks a lot of boxes. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City37 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
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Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine Name2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City37 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space23.5 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3023 lbs | Curb Weight4455 lbs |
Height64.1 in | Height67.3 in |
Length171.2 in | Length192.5 in |
Width71.4 in | Width75.6 in |
Wheelbase102.2 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,600 | $51,125 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The latest from Buick is a smartly refreshed Encore GX subcompact crossover, available in Preferred, Sport Touring, and for the first time, Avenir trims. This is Buick’s best-selling model and it’s easy to see why. The Encore GX is economical but still looks great, and it offers a decent powertrain and a comfy ride. | Is the popularity of Lexus’s midsize two-row SUV justifiable? Or does the RX sell on the strength of the Lexus brand and the model’s legendary reputation for reliability, a plush ride, and a quiet interior? The changes to the 2025 RX don’t help answer that question, unless you're looking for sportier choices such as the new F Sport Black Line special edition shown here. Verdict: Though it lacks substantial competition in the luxury hybrid SUV segment, the 2025 Lexus RX Hybrid is worthy of consideration. With hybrid, performance hybrid, and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain choices, as well as a range of packages that cater to a variety of customer requirements, it checks a lot of boxes. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 30 | 37 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 37 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 23.5 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3023 lbs | 4455 lbs |
Height | 64.1 in | 67.3 in |
Length | 171.2 in | 192.5 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 75.6 in |
Wheelbase | 102.2 in | 112.2 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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