2024 Buick Encore GX vs. 2024 Nissan Kicks Review

Picture of the 2024 Buick Encore GX

2024 Buick
Encore GX

MSRP*: $25,600 to $33,500
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2024 Nissan
Kicks

MSRP*: $21,050 to $23,610
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MPG - City 26 - 30 MPG 31 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.2 ft3 32.3 ft3
Engine
  • 137-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 122-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 - 155 hp 122 hp
Exterior Length 171.2 in 169.1 in
Exterior Width 71.4 in 69.3 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 43.7 in
Rear 33.5 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 40.4 in
Rear 38.5 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Buick Encore GX than in the Nissan Kicks. The Nissan Kicks 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
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Buick Encore GX as you will with the Nissan Kicks, 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). The Buick Encore GX is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Kicks.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Encore GX is much wider than the Nissan Kicks, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Buick Encore GX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Kicks.

Handling
The Buick Encore GX has a larger turning radius than the Nissan Kicks, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Buick Encore GX has a little more horsepower than the Nissan Kicks.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Encore GX does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Nissan Kicks.

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 Nissan Kicks. With the Buick Encore GX, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Nissan Kicks.