2021 Buick Encore vs. Nissan Rogue | Which is Right for Me?
Are you in the market for a new and nimble SUV? The 2021 Buick Encore and 2021 Nissan Rogue offer superb flexibility and sporty personalities for your consideration. To help you decide which model is right for you, the team at Reed Buick GMC in Kansas City, MO, put together this model comparison, placing the Encore versus the Rogue.
If you are looking for more information on the 2021 Buick Encore, visit our Buick Encore research hub. Then browse the inventory of available Encore models at our Kansas City, MO, dealership to find your favorite model. If you have questions about how the 2021 Buick Encore stacks up against the 2021 Nissan Rogue, give one of the Buick product specialists at Reed Buick GMC a call at (888) 210-8101 or submit our online contact form.
For this comparison, we pitted the 2021 Buick Encore Preferred AWD, starting at $26,415 MSRP versus the 2021 Nissan Rogue SV Intelligent AWD, starting at $30,090 MSRP.
Performance
Agile handling and tight turning make the 2021 Encore a maneuverable masterpiece. Coming in with a 100.6-in. wheelbase and 168.35-in. of overall length, compared to 106.5-in. wheelbase and 184.5-in. total length for the Rogue, the Encore is perfect for fitting into tight parking spots or city driving. Both models we compared offer all-wheel drive (AWD), and Encore trims Preferred and up offer AWD in addition to front wheel drive models. Under the hood, the Nissan Rogue operates with a larger engine, which also produces more horsepower and torque. You’ll find, however, that the Encore’s turbocharged engine offers more than enough giddyup to fit the way your life moves. Browse the information we’ve collected in the table below to learn more about both models.
| 2021 Buick Encore | Model | 2021 Nissan Rogue |
| ECOTEC 1.4L Turbo engine | Engine | 2.5L I4 |
| 155 HP | Horsepower | 181 HP |
| 177 lb-ft. | Torque | 181 lb-ft. |
| 25/30 | MPG(city/hwy) | 26/33 |
| Five | Seating | Five |
Interior
Purposeful design makes all the difference in a new vehicle. Even with less overall length than the Rogue, the Encore offers a surprisingly spacious cabin, more than enough cargo solutions, and comparable seating for you and your passengers. Browse the key interior specs for both models below.
| 2021 Buick Encore | Model | 2021 Nissan Rogue |
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Technology
Travel with intelligence and never miss a beat, moment, or memory. Both the Buick Encore and Nissan Rogue offer strong interior tech features, including many similar options. However, the Encore offers modern drivers a larger touchscreen and access to satellite radio and downloadable content. Look through the main tech feature for both models to see which one fits your lifestyle best.
| 2021 Buick Encore | Model | 2021 Nissan Rogue |
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Safety
Drive with confidence behind the wheel of either the 2021 Buick Encore or the 2021 Nissan Rogue. Whether you value all the driver-assistive tech, or a more traditional approach to safety, both models offer features for you to consider. Look through the table below for more details.
| 2021 Buick Encore | Model | 2021 Nissan Rogue |
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