2025 Buick Encore GX vs. 2025 Kia Seltos Review

Picture of the 2025 Buick Encore GX

2025 Buick
Encore GX

MSRP*: $26,000 to $33,100
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2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,590 to $31,090
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MPG - City 26 - 29 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.2 ft3 62.8 ft3
Engine
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 146-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-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 146 - 195 hp
Exterior Length 171.2 in 172.6 in
Exterior Width 71.4 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Seltos than in the Buick Encore GX, 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 GX and the Kia Seltos.

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 Kia Seltos.

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

Handling
The Buick Encore GX 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 GX has a little more horsepower than the Kia Seltos.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Buick Encore GX transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively 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 GX and the Kia Seltos. The Buick Encore GX has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Seltos.