Buick Encore GX vs Kia Seltos
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Kia Seltos
Overview
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Kia SeltosLX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Kia SeltosLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,900 | $24,990 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $15,200 (best) | $16,731 |
| Median listing price | $27,082 (best) | $29,166 |
| Highest listing price | $36,280 | $36,035 (best) |
| For sale now | 108 | 247 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Kia SeltosLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Kia SeltosLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 137 hp | 147 hp (best) |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft (best) | 132 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.2 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I3 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Kia SeltosLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50.2 cu ft | 64.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,023 lbs (best) | 3,109 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 7.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102 in | 105.9 in (best) |
| Length | 171.2 in | 174.4 in (best) |
| Width | 71.4 in | 72 in (best) |
| Height | 64.1 in (best) | 63 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Kia SeltosLX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Kia Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preferred $25,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $24,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $27,900 MSRP | LX $26,690 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport Touring $27,100 MSRP | S $26,390 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport Touring $28,700 MSRP | S $28,090 MSRP |
| 5 | Avenir $31,400 MSRP | EX $28,390 MSRP |
| 6 | Avenir $33,000 MSRP | EX $30,090 MSRP |
| 7 | — | X-Line S $28,990 MSRP |
| 8 | — | X-Line SX $32,790 MSRP |
Live inventory
Buick Encore GX108 for sale
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Ebony Twilight Metallic4 mi$31,098Ricart Buick GMC
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Ebony Twilight Metallic4 mi$31,098Ricart Buick GMC
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Ebony Twilight Metallic4 mi$28,693Ricart Buick GMC
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Moonstone Gray Metallic4 mi$29,098Ricart Buick GMC
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Kia Seltos247 for sale
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LX
Fusion Black•Black1 mi$24,708Ken Garff KIA Bell Road
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X-Line S
Interstellar Gray•Smoky BlackN/A$30,491Lou Fusz Kia Terre Haute
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Frost Blue•Black / Gray10 mi$27,496Lou Fusz Kia Terre Haute
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LX
Snow White Pearl•Black/Gray19 mi$29,379Kia of Fargo
Fargo, ND
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X-Line S
Magma Red Matte•Black14 mi$33,624Kia of Fargo
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LX
Snow White Pearl•Black/Gray18 mi$29,784Kia of Fargo
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Buick Encore GX vs Kia Seltos FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Kia Seltos?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Buick Encore GX vs 2027 Kia Seltos 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 Kia Seltos?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Seltos starts lower at $24,990. Live Buick Encore GX listings start at $15,200. Live Kia Seltos listings start at $16,731.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Kia Seltos?
- The 2027 Kia Seltos leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,990).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Kia Seltos?
- The 2027 Kia Seltos leads on horsepower in this comparison (190).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Kia Seltos?
- 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 Kia Seltos?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Encore GX (5/5 NHTSA overall).