Kia has recently introduced the Seltos into its lineup. The 2021 Kia Seltos is a rugged and agile crossover SUV made for those who crave adventure but also want a dash of the finer things to go with it. Speaking of which, a luxury brand has also introduced a new crossover, with Buick unleashing the 2020 Encore GX onto the masses. But, how do these models compare with each other? Does luxury necessarily mean better? Let’s look at the 2021 Kia Seltos vs the 2020 Buick Encore GX to help your shopping.

While both have a lot to offer, you will find that the Seltos outshines its luxury competitor in a number of key areas.

2021 Kia Seltos	VS	2020 Buick Encore GX
$21,990	Starting MSRP	$24,100
147 HP	Base Horsepower	137 HP
62.8 Cubic Feet	Maximum Cargo Capacity	50.2 Cubic Feet
All-Wheel Drive	Base Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive

Differences between the Kia Seltos and Buick Encore GX

For a lower base price, you’ll find more horsepower, more cargo capacity, and an AWD system on the Seltos. When you are looking to buy any kind of SUV, no matter the size, don’t you want it to offer a decent amount of cargo space? The Seltos provides significantly more cargo space than the Encore GX, making any trek you take across the state that much easier to prepare for.

The 2021 Kia Seltos comes in five trims: LX, S, EX, S Turbo, and SX Turbo. The 2020 Buick Encore GX is only offered in three trims: Preferred, Select, and Essence. Both models come standard with an eight-inch touch-screen display with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ functionality for hands-free messaging and calling, as well as use of select applications.

When you climb the 2021 Kia Seltos trim ladder, you gain access to such features as an available wireless phone charger, an available power sunroof, and available safety technology to assist with keeping you in your lane, alerting you to vehicles in your blind spot, emergency braking, and more.

The 2021 Kia Seltos provides the kind of capability and versatility you need in an SUV, as well as a number of fun, convenient, and safe technology features, and for a lower starting price than what you’ll find in the 2020 Buick Encore GX. If you are interested in learning more, contact us today!