Kia Sportage vs Buick Encore GX

2023 Kia Sportage
2023 Kia Sportage
$26,290MSRP
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2024 Buick Encore GX
2024 Buick Encore GX
$25,600MSRP
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2023 Kia Sportage
$26,290MSRP
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2024 Buick Encore GX
$25,600MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$26,290

MSRP

$25,600

Listings

3690

Listings

1340

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Spacious

  • Impressive technology

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

Pros

  • Attractive design

  • Smooth ride quality

  • Impressive cargo space for its segment

Cons

  • New touchscreen underwhelms

  • Performance could be better

Reviews Summary

At this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage compact SUV proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands.

Reviews 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.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.5L 187 hp I4

Engine

1.2L 137 hp I3

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

187 hp @ 6100 rpm

Horsepower

137 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

25

MPG City

30

MPG Highway

32

MPG Highway

31
2023 Kia Sportage
2023 Kia Sportage
$26,290MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2024 Buick Encore GX
2024 Buick Encore GX
$25,600MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Kia Sportage
$26,290MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Buick Encore GX
$25,600MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$26,290
$25,600
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.5

4.7

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

Read full review

7.7 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Spacious

  • Impressive technology

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

Pros

  • Attractive design

  • Smooth ride quality

  • Impressive cargo space for its segment

Cons

  • New touchscreen underwhelms

  • Performance could be better

Summary
At this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage compact SUV proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands.
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.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.5L 187 hp I4
1.2L 137 hp I3
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
187 hp @ 6100 rpm
137 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
25
30
MPG Highway
32
31
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