2025 Buick Encore GX vs. 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2025 Buick Encore GX

2025 Buick
Encore GX

MSRP*: $26,000 to $33,100
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

2024 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $28,880 to $38,880
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MPG - City 26 - 30 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 31 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 50.2 ft3 65.3 - 73.4 ft3
Engine
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 - 155 hp 184 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 171.2 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 71.4 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 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 Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Buick Encore GX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Buick Encore GX offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
With the Volkswagen Tiguan, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Buick Encore GX, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 GX will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Dimensions
The Buick Encore GX is a little narrower than the Volkswagen Tiguan, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan.

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

Performance
The Buick Encore GX has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Powertrain
The Buick Encore GX has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. The Buick Encore GX has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan.