2021 Chevy Equinox vs. 2021 Buick Encore

2021 Chevy Equinox

vs.

2021 Buick Encore
$23,800 MSRP

Starting Price

$24,600 MSRP
4

# of Trims

2
26 mpg city/31 mpg highway

Fuel Economy

25 mpg city/30 mpg highway
5

Seating Capacity

5
63.9 cubic feet

Max. Cargo Space

48.4 cubic feet
Standard

Teen Driver Technology

Standard

When you visit Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Buick GMC Richmond in search of your next SUV upgrade, we’ll help you compare our Chevy vs. Buick lineups! If you’re shopping for a good two-row option, we recommend checking out the differences between the Chevy Equinox vs. Buick Encore. To help you get started, we’ve laid out a quick comparison of the two down below! Keep reading with us to discover which SUV best suits your needs in Goochland.

Buick Encore vs. Chevy Equinox: Trim Levels & Pricing

If you’re the type of shopper who values options, the 2021 Chevy Equinox will appeal to you with four different trim levels. The Buick Encore is also very versatile, but offers just two trims. Additionally, the Equinox starts at a slightly lower price than the Encore if you’re shopping on a tight budget. No matter which SUV you prefer, we can help you get a workable payment plan at Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Buick GMC Richmond!

  • 2021 Equinox Starting MSRP: $23,800
  • 2021 Encore Starting MSRP: $24,600

Chevy Equinox vs. Buick Encore: Fuel Economy

The Equinox and Encore are near-equal in fuel economy, with a mere one mile per gallon difference between them. You can choose either SUV and look forward to efficient driving in Henrico! However, if you’re a stickler for numbers, it’s the Equinox that gives you that extra push before stopping to fuel up:

  • 2021 Equinox Fuel Economy: 26 mpg city/31 mpg highway
  • 2021 Encore Fuel Economy: 25 mpg city/30 mpg highway

Buick Encore vs. Chevy Equinox: Interior Space

Looking for an SUV that’s agile and easy to drive in Glen Allen? The smaller Buick Encore is great for grabbing tight parking spaces and weaving through traffic nimbly. Want an SUV that leaves more room for your family to grow? The Equinox provides roomier interior dimensions, though both SUVs accommodate five passengers maximum. Compare their dimensions below to decide for yourself which has the capacity your life on the go requires:

2021 Equinox Interior Dimensions

  • 1st/2nd Headroom -40/38.5 inches
  • 1st/2nd Legroom – 40.9/39.9 inches
  • Cargo Volume to 1st Row – 63.9 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume to 2nd Row – 29.9 cubic feet

2021 Encore Interior Dimensions

  • 1st/2nd Headroom – 39.58/38.78 inches
  • 1st/2nd Legroom – 40.82/35.75 inches
  • Cargo Volume to 1st Row – 48.4 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume to 2nd Row – 18.8 cubic feet

Chevy vs. Buick Safety Technology

You can cruise with confidence in the Chevy Equinox or the Buick Encore, knowing you’re backed by GM safety tech in both vehicles. Teen Driver Technology is a standard feature for both, making them great options for families with new drivers who may borrow the car for an afternoon. Other safety features you’ll find in both SUVs include:

  • Rear vision camera
  • LATCH system
  • OnStar® & Chevy/Buick Connected Services
  • StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
  • Passenger sensing system

Compare Chevy vs. Buick Vehicles in Richmond

Whether you’re drawn to the Chevy Equinox or the Buick Encore, you’re getting great value in either one of these GM-made SUVs! If you need to further compare the Buick Encore vs. Chevy Equinox with a test drive, contact us and we’ll set up your appointment at Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Buick GMC Richmond. While you’re here, you can meet with our finance specialists to discuss lease and loan options.

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Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between March 3 2025 and April 30, 2025, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 72 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by April 30, 2025. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details.

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*Monthly payment is $15.15 for every $1,000 you finance. Example down payment: 18.8%. Must finance with GM Financial. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25. **Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between March 3 2025 and April 30, 2025, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 72 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by April 30, 2025. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details.

*1.9% APR for 36 months. Monthly payment is $28.60 for every $1,000 you finance. Example down payment: 17.7%. Must finance with GM Financial. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25. **Finance charges accrue from date of financing. Deferred monthly payments for 90 days. Monthly payment is $18.37 for every $1,000 you finance. Example down payment: 11.6%. Must finance with GM Financial. Down payment required at signing, if applicable. Not available in PA. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25. ***Must show proof of a current lease of a 2020 model year or newer non-GM vehicle or be a current owner of a 2011 model year or newer non-GM vehicle for at least 30 days prior to the new vehicle sale. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25.

*AVAILABLE ON THE TURBOMAX ENGINE. MUST BE A CURRENT OWNER OF A 2011 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER BUICK OR GMC VEHICLE OR A CURRENT LESSEE OF A 2020 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER BUICK OR GMC VEHICLE THROUGH GM FINANCIAL FOR AT LEAST 30 DAYS PRIOR TO NEW VEHICLE SALE. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25. **2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab w/6.2L EcoTec3 V8 0% APR for 36 months for well-qualified buyers when financed w/GM Financial. Monthly payment is $27.78 for every $1000 you finance. Average down payment is 18%. Some customers will not qualify. Take new retail delivery by 03-31-2025. Deferred monthly payments for 90 days. Must finance with GM Financial. Down payment required at signing, if applicable. Offer not available in PA. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between March 3 2025 and April 30, 2025, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 72 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by April 30, 2025. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details.

*2024 BUICK Encore GX 0.9% APR for 36 months for well-qualified buyers when financed w/GM Financial. Monthly payment is $28.16 for every $1000 you finance. Average down payment is 18%. Some customers will not qualify. Take new retail delivery by 03-31-2025. Deferred monthly payments for 90 days. Must finance with GM Financial. Down payment required at signing, if applicable. Offer not available in PA. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. **Based on MSRP of $29,495. MUST BE A CURRENT OWNER OF A 2011 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER NON-GM VEHICLE OR A CURRENT LESSEE OF A 2020 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER NON-GM VEHICLE FOR AT LEAST 30 DAYS PRIOR TO NEW VEHICLE SALE. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25. ***Deferred monthly payments for 90 days. Excludes residents of PA. Must finance with GM Financial. Some customers may not qualify. Down payment required at signing, if applicable. Finance charges accrue from date of financing.  Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25.

*AVAILABLE ON THE TURBOMAX ENGINE. MUST BE A CURRENT OWNER OF A 2011 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER BUICK OR GMC VEHICLE OR A CURRENT LESSEE OF A 2020 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER BUICK OR GMC VEHICLE THROUGH GM FINANCIAL FOR AT LEAST 30 DAYS PRIOR TO NEW VEHICLE SALE. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25. **2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab w/6.2L EcoTec3 V8 0% APR for 36 months for well-qualified buyers when financed w/GM Financial. Monthly payment is $27.78 for every $1000 you finance. Average down payment is 18%. Some customers will not qualify. Take new retail delivery by 03-31-2025. Deferred monthly payments for 90 days. Must finance with GM Financial. Down payment required at signing, if applicable. Offer not available in PA. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between March 3 2025 and April 30, 2025, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 72 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by April 30, 2025. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details.

*HUMMER EV is available from a GMC EV dealer. Monthly payment is $16.67 for every $1,000 you finance. Average example down payment is 13.1%. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25. **Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between March 3 2025 and April 30, 2025, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 72 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by April 30, 2025. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details.

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