Kia Sorento vs Buick Encore GX
Overview | |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$25,600 |
Listings9940 | Listings9811 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryLarger than a typical compact but smaller than many three-row midsize SUVs, the 2025 Sorento is “right-sized” in many respects. In addition, it comes with gasoline, turbocharged gasoline, turbocharged hybrid, and turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrains. This review covers the turbo-gas version of the SUV, which sees no significant changes following a substantial refresh for 2024. A new gray paint color is available, and some models get standard black exterior badges in 2025. Verdict: When something isn’t broken, you don’t fix it. That helps explain why the 2025 Kia Sorento is almost exactly the same as last year. However, a problem looms for this family-friendly SUV. In 2025, the Sorento may lose its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight3023 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height64.1 in |
Length189.6 in | Length171.1 in |
Width74.8 in | Width71.4 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase102.2 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,990 | $25,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Larger than a typical compact but smaller than many three-row midsize SUVs, the 2025 Sorento is “right-sized” in many respects. In addition, it comes with gasoline, turbocharged gasoline, turbocharged hybrid, and turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrains. This review covers the turbo-gas version of the SUV, which sees no significant changes following a substantial refresh for 2024. A new gray paint color is available, and some models get standard black exterior badges in 2025. Verdict: When something isn’t broken, you don’t fix it. That helps explain why the 2025 Kia Sorento is almost exactly the same as last year. However, a problem looms for this family-friendly SUV. In 2025, the Sorento may lose its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 3023 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 64.1 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 171.1 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 71.4 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 102.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 1000 lbs |
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