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2022 Buick
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2023 Honda
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| MPG - City | 23 - 24 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 30 - 32 MPG | 30 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 48.4 ft3 | 55.1 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | 6-Speed A/T | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 158 hp |
| Exterior Length | 168.4 in | 179.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.1 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.8 in
Rear 35.8 in |
Front 41.9 in
Rear 37.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.8 in |
Front 38.4 - 39.4 in
Rear 38.0 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Buick Encore than the Honda HR-V.
The Honda HR-V offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Buick Encore, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Buick Encore as you will with the Honda HR-V, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Buick Encore or the Honda HR-V, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
Since the Buick Encore is much slimmer than the Honda HR-V, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Buick Encore, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Honda HR-V.
Handling
The Buick Encore has the same turning radius as the Honda HR-V, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Buick Encore and the Honda HR-V.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Encore does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Honda HR-V.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Encore and the Honda HR-V.
The Buick Encore has less cargo space than the Honda HR-V, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.
Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the Buick Encore than that of the Honda HR-V.