2025 Buick Encore GX vs. 2025 Hyundai Kona Review

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2025 Buick
Encore GX

MSRP*: $26,000 to $33,100
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2025 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $24,350 to $33,400
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MPG - City 26 - 30 MPG 24 - 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 31 MPG 29 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.2 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 - 155 hp 147 - 190 hp
Exterior Length 171.2 in 171.3 - 172.6 in
Exterior Width 71.4 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 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 Hyundai Kona than in the Buick Encore GX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Kona offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Buick Encore GX, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Hyundai Kona 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). Whether you pick the Buick Encore GX or the Hyundai Kona, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Buick Encore GX is about the same width as the Hyundai Kona. When looking at overall length, the Buick Encore GX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Hyundai Kona.

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

Performance
The Buick Encore GX has a little less horsepower than the Hyundai Kona.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Buick Encore GX doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Hyundai Kona.

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 Hyundai Kona. The Buick Encore GX has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Kona.