Buick Encore GX vs Honda HR-V
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Honda HR-V
Overview
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Honda HR-VLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Preferred | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Honda HR-VLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,900 (best) | $26,600 |
| Lowest listing price | $15,200 | $11,998 (best) |
| Median listing price | $27,082 (best) | $30,378 |
| Highest listing price | $36,280 | $35,452 (best) |
| For sale now | 108 | 172 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Honda HR-VLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| City MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 14 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Honda HR-VLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 137 hp | 158 hp (best) |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft (best) | 138 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.2 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I3 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Honda HR-VLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50.2 cu ft | 55.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,023 lbs (best) | 3,159 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102 in | 104.5 in (best) |
| Length | 171.2 in | 179.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.4 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 64.1 in (best) | 63.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Honda HR-VLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Encore GX | Honda HR-V |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preferred $25,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $26,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $27,900 MSRP | LX $28,100 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport Touring $27,100 MSRP | Sport $28,400 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport Touring $28,700 MSRP | Sport $29,900 MSRP |
| 5 | Avenir $31,400 MSRP | EX-L $30,450 MSRP |
| 6 | Avenir $33,000 MSRP | EX-L $31,950 MSRP |
Live inventory
Buick Encore GX108 for sale
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Moonstone Gray Metallic4 mi$29,098Ricart Buick GMC
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Honda HR-V172 for sale
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Buick Encore GX vs Honda HR-V FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Honda HR-V?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Buick Encore GX vs 2027 Honda HR-V on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Honda HR-V?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Buick Encore GX starts lower at $25,900. Live Buick Encore GX listings start at $15,200. Live Honda HR-V listings start at $11,998.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Honda HR-V?
- The 2026 Buick Encore GX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (25,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Honda HR-V?
- The 2026 Buick Encore GX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Honda HR-V?
- The 2027 Honda HR-V leads on horsepower in this comparison (158).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Honda HR-V?
- The 2026 Buick Encore GX leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Buick Encore GX vs 2027 Honda HR-V?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Encore GX (5/5 NHTSA overall).