Volkswagen Tiguan vs Buick Encore GX
Overview | |
MSRP$30,245 | MSRP$25,600 |
Listings4672 | Listings1395 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan corrects the last generation's user interface issues while making incremental improvements throughout the rest of the vehicle. The company’s best-selling model in North America easily meets expectations for a compact SUV, and it’s the only entrant with that German look and feel. Otherwise, it doesn't distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. Verdict: The new Tiguan is a handsome crossover and the only sub-luxury German option. However, amid an incredibly competitive field, the redesigned Tiguan does too little to separate itself from the crowd. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 | Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 | Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space26.5 cu ft | Cargo Space23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3563 lbs | Curb Weight3023 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height64.1 in |
Length184.4 in | Length171.2 in |
Width84.7 in | Width71.4 in |
Wheelbase109.9 in | Wheelbase102.2 in |
Maximum Payload959 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $30,245 | $25,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan corrects the last generation's user interface issues while making incremental improvements throughout the rest of the vehicle. The company’s best-selling model in North America easily meets expectations for a compact SUV, and it’s the only entrant with that German look and feel. Otherwise, it doesn't distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. Verdict: The new Tiguan is a handsome crossover and the only sub-luxury German option. However, amid an incredibly competitive field, the redesigned Tiguan does too little to separate itself from the crowd. | 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 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 201 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque | 207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 26.5 cu ft | 23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3563 lbs | 3023 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 64.1 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 171.2 in |
Width | 84.7 in | 71.4 in |
Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 102.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 959 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 1000 lbs |
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