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2022 Buick
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2023 Kia
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| MPG - City | 23 - 24 MPG | 25 - 29 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 30 - 32 MPG | 30 - 35 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 48.4 ft3 | 62.8 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 146 - 175 hp |
| Exterior Length | 168.4 in | 172.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.1 in | 70.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.8 in
Rear 35.8 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.8 in |
Front 38.5 - 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 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 backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Seltos than in the Buick Encore, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Buick Encore and the Kia Seltos.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Buick Encore as you will with the Kia Seltos, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Encore will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Seltos.
Dimensions
The Buick Encore is a little narrower than the Kia Seltos, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
The Buick Encore is slightly shorter than the Kia Seltos, which may make it easier to park.
Handling
The Buick Encore has a larger turning radius than the Kia Seltos, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Buick Encore has a little more horsepower than the Kia Seltos.
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 Kia Seltos.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Encore and the Kia Seltos.
The Buick Encore has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Seltos.
Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the Buick Encore than that of the Kia Seltos.