Buick Encore GX vs Ford Bronco Sport
Overview | |
Years produced2020-Present | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$25,600 | MSRP$31,695 |
Listings9637 | Listings9675 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryVerdict: The latest from Buick is a smartly refreshed Encore GX subcompact crossover, available in Preferred, Sport Touring, and for the first time, Avenir trims. This is Buick’s best-selling model and it’s easy to see why. The Encore GX is economical but still looks great, and it offers a decent powertrain and a comfy ride. | |
Reviews SummaryLaunched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space23.5 cu ft | Cargo Space32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3023 lbs | Curb Weight3458 lbs |
Height64.1 in | Height70.4 in |
Length171.2 in | Length173.0 in |
Width71.4 in | Width82.2 in |
Wheelbase102.2 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1170 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2200 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2020-Present | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $25,600 | $31,695 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Verdict: The latest from Buick is a smartly refreshed Encore GX subcompact crossover, available in Preferred, Sport Touring, and for the first time, Avenir trims. This is Buick’s best-selling model and it’s easy to see why. The Encore GX is economical but still looks great, and it offers a decent powertrain and a comfy ride. | Launched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 30 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 23.5 cu ft | 32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3023 lbs | 3458 lbs |
Height | 64.1 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 171.2 in | 173.0 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 82.2 in |
Wheelbase | 102.2 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1170 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 2200 lbs |
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