Buick Encore vs Nissan Xterra
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 Nissan Xterra
Overview
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Nissan XterraX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Preferred | X |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Nissan XterraX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,600 | $23,660 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $5,999 (best) | $8,199 |
| Median listing price | $16,183 | $10,269 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $20,797 | $14,814 (best) |
| For sale now | 12 (best) | 3 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Nissan XterraX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Nissan XterraX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 261 hp (best) |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Nissan XterraX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 48.4 cu ft | 65.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,018 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,237 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 6.2 in | 8.2 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 106.3 in (best) |
| Length | 168.4 in | 178.7 in (best) |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.8 in (best) |
| Height | 65.3 in | 74.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Nissan XterraX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| 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 | Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preferred $24,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | X $23,660 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $25,220 MSRP | X $25,710 MSRP |
| 3 | — | S $25,670 MSRP |
| 4 | — | S $26,670 MSRP |
| 5 | — | S $27,720 MSRP |
| 6 | — | PRO-4X $30,590 MSRP |
| 7 | — | PRO-4X $31,640 MSRP |
Live inventory
Buick Encore12 for sale
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Used2022 Buick Encore
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Quicksilver Metallic•ebony32,043 mi$20,797Peachtree Mitsubishi
Atlanta, GA
Used2019 Buick Encore
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Coppertino Metallic•Shale/Ebony Accents59,385 mi$15,369Findlay Toyota Prescott
Prescott, AZ
Used2021 Buick Encore
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Black•Afn Ebony22,429 mi$17,032Coconut Creek Mazda
Coconut Creek, FL
Used2016 Buick Encore
Premium
Graphite Gray Metallic•titanium98,303 mi$12,120McCarthy Hyundai Blue Springs
Blue Springs, MO
Used2018 Buick Encore
Essence
Graphite Gray Metallic•ebony71,831 mi$13,547Economy Auto Outlet
Massillon, OH
Used2013 Buick Encore
Leather
Cocoa Silver Metallic195,105 mi$5,999Don Robinson Mitsubishi
St Cloud, MN
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Buick Encore vs Nissan Xterra FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Buick Encore or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Buick Encore vs 2015 Nissan Xterra on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Buick Encore or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Nissan Xterra starts lower at $23,660. Live Buick Encore listings start at $5,999. Live Nissan Xterra listings start at $8,199.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Buick Encore or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
- The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,660).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Buick Encore or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
- The 2022 Buick Encore leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Buick Encore or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
- The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on horsepower in this comparison (261).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2022 Buick Encore or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
- The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Buick Encore vs 2015 Nissan Xterra?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Encore (5/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Xterra (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).