2024 Buick Encore GX vs. 2024 Jeep Wrangler Review

Picture of the 2024 Buick Encore GX

2024 Buick
Encore GX

MSRP*: $25,600 to $33,500
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Picture of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler

2024 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $31,995 to $91,545
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MPG - City 26 - 30 MPG 13 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 31 MPG 16 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.2 ft3 31.7 - 72.4 ft3
Engine
  • 137-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 - 155 hp 270 - 470 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 171.2 in 166.8 - 188.4 in
Exterior Width 71.4 in 73.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Wrangler than in the Buick Encore GX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Jeep Wrangler will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Buick Encore GX.

Convenience
The Jeep Wrangler requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Buick Encore GX, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Clearly, the Buick Encore GX is a better financial choice over the Jeep Wrangler, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Encore GX is much slimmer than the Jeep Wrangler, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Buick Encore GX, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Jeep Wrangler.

Handling
The Buick Encore GX has a smaller turning radius than the Jeep Wrangler, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Buick Encore GX has a lot less horsepower than the Jeep Wrangler.

Powertrain
The Buick Encore GX has much lower torque than the Jeep Wrangler, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Encore GX and the Jeep Wrangler. The Buick Encore GX has significantly less cargo capacity than the Jeep Wrangler.