Comparison - Buick Encore Premium 2017 - vs - MINI Cooper Countryman Wagon S ALL4

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Also called:

Opel Mokka,Bitter Mokka,Vauxhall Mokka

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
29,044
Updated: 
29 Nov 2016
28,600
Updated: 
01 Dec 2016
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2017
2018
Total Seating: 
5
4
Transmission: 
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
6-speed Manual
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
no
Doors: 
5
3
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.00gals
12.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Black Cherry Metallic/Black Carbon Metallic
#5E283F
Coastal Blue Metallic/Black Carbon Metallic
#006DAD
Graphite Gray Metallic/Black Carbon Metallic
#454948
Ebony Twilight Metallic/Black Carbon Metallic
#090909
Quicksilver Metallic/Black Carbon Metallic
#DADEDD
River Rock Metallic/Black Carbon Metallic
#906240
Summit White/Black Carbon Metallic
#FFFFFF
White Frost Tricoat/Satin Nickel Metallic
#DDE0DB
Winterberry Red Metallic/Black Carbon Metallic
#7B2029
Color: 
Absolute Black Metallic
#0D0D0D
Blazing Red Metallic
#700A1B
Brilliant Copper Metallic
#441B10
Chili Red
#941211
Cosmic Blue Metallic
#2A406A
Crystal Silver Metallic
#818181
Jungle Green Metallic
#2E4131
Light Coffee
#3E372F
Light White
#DBDAD6
Midnight Gray Metallic
#222122
Starlight Blue Metallic
#072359

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2017 Buick Encore reaches for the compact-luxury stars, but it falls shy on styling and front-seat space.When it was new in 2013, the Buick Encore was virtually alone on the automotive landscape as one of few small crossover SUVs. Today, that's a crowded niche, with pricey and prestigious rivals like the BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA, and Audi Q3 as numerous as the more affordable ones (Trax, Renegade, 500X, CX-3, and HR-V).
A 2017 update aims to keep it competitive. Most noticeable is the new front end, but the updated interior, complete with an 8.0-inch touchscreen and Apple Car Play and Android Auto, make it easier to live with on a daily basis.

Pros
Quiet, calm interior
Well-equipped
Back seat fits adults
Two-tone trim is tony
Cargo space is ample

Cons
Base engine's sluggish acceleration
Mediocre gas mileage
Cabin feels narrow
Are hatchbacks luxury shapes?

By: 
thecarconnection.com

A quiet cabin, user-friendly technology and city-friendly compact size make the 2017 Buick Encore worth a look if more conventional crossover SUVs simply seem too large. Modest performance and tight quarters limit the Encore's appeal, however.

Pros
Quiet interior on the highway
Excellent crash-test scores
Small engines deliver solid fuel economy
Long list of tech and safety features.

Cons
Tepid performance from base engine
Small cargo area can't swallow much luggage.

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2017 Buick Encore ranks 3 out of 12 Subcompact SUVs. The 2017 Buick Encore is ranked highly among subcompact SUVs because it does what you want – and does it well. Its small footprint gives you excellent maneuverability, yet its spacious interior provides enough room for you, your friends, and their stuff, all wrapped in a classy, upscale package.

Pros
User-friendly technology
Generous list of standard features
Luxurious interior

Cons
Underpowered base engine
Narrow rear seats

By: 
usnews.com

The 2018 MINI Cooper ranked #6 in Subcompact Cars. Currently the MINI Cooper has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 38 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Distinctive interior styling and premium materials
Sharp handling
Energetic turbo engines

Cons
More expensive than most vehicles this size
Cramped back seat
Small cargo area
Firm ride

By: 
usnews.com

The 2018 Mini Cooper is an icon made better by nimble handling and infinite customization.

Pros
Expressive style
Sharp handling
Varied body styles, including convertible
Comfortable front seats

Cons
Only seats four in Clubman
Cramped cargo area
Options are confusing and expensive
And paying more doesn’t get more

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
24.00mpg
25.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
30.00mpg
31.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.40L
1.60L
Torque: 
148ft-lbs
at 1 850rpm
177ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
Horsepower: 
138hp
at 4 900rpm
181hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
36.70Feet
38.10Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
no
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio and cruise controls
More in Convenience: 
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Hands-Free Calling*
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
Roadside Assistance*
Cooled storage compartment
Automatic temperature control
Speed control
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Garage door transmitter
Front beverage holders
Rear beverage holders
Air conditioning

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
168.40in
162.20in
Width: 
69.90in
70.30in
Height: 
65.30in
59.90in
Ground Clearance: 
6.20in
6.30in
Front Track: 
60.60in
60.00in
Rear Track: 
60.60in
61.00in
Wheel Base: 
100.60in
102.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.60
39.00
Rear Head Room: 
38.80
37.00
Front Leg Room: 
40.80in
40.40in
Rear leg room: 
35.80in
33.70in
Front Hip Room: 
51.70in
Front Shoulder Room: 
54.20in
52.60in
Rear Hip Room: 
50.10in
Rear Shoulder room: 
52.60in
52.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
48.40cu.ft
42.20cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1016lbs
2000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
18.80cu.ft
16.50cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
22.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
27.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
3358.00lbs
3208.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Rear ventilation ducts
2 one-touch power windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
6 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Leather
Bucket front seats
Fold flat passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
6 -way power passenger seat
Split-folding rear seatback
Leatherette
Sport front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts
Folding with storage center armrest
Height adjustable passenger seat

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Strut
Rear Suspension: 
rear stabilizer bar
Multi-Link
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Sport Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Heated steering wheel
Sun sensor
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors
Leather steering wheel
Dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger
Interior air filtration
Cooled storage compartment
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Leather steering wheel

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
no
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Bose premium brand speakers
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Speed sensitive volume control
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
7 total speakers
MP3 decoder
6 Speakers
USB connection
Adjustable speed sensitive volume control
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Roof rack
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Intermittent rear wiper
Roof rack
Rear window wiper
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 x 7.0
17 x 7.0
Wheels more: 
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
All season tires
Run flat tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
205.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Emergency Service*
Rear center 3-point belt
Dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Fully automatic headlights
Outside temperature display
Electronic stability
Knee airbag
Overhead airbag
Occupant sensing airbag

Options

Packages: 
Experience Buick Package Savings
Experience Buick Package
John Cooper Works Interior Package
Cold Weather Package
Fully Loaded Package
City Pack
John Cooper Works Exterior Package
Premium Package
Loaded Package
Sport Package
Exterior Options: 
Front and Rear Custom Molded Splash Guards
Wheel Locks
Front License Plate Bracket
Roof Rack Cross Rails
Power Glass Sunroof
Front and Rear Splash Guards
Accessory Carrier Mount
18" x 7.0" Chromed Aluminum Wheels
White Bonnet Stripes
Stealth Mode (Badge Delete)
Power Folding Mirrors
19" Y-Spoke Silver Alloy Wheels
18" Anthracite 5-Star Double Spoke Wheels
Adaptive Light Control
Chrome Line Exterior
Black Sport Stripes
Sport Stripes White
Red Sport Stripes
Black Headlight Housings
Black Bonnet Stripes
Xenon Headlights
White Turn-Signal Lights
Door Mirror Caps in Chrome
Moonroof
Auto-Dimming Interior and Exterior Mirrors
Piano Black Exterior
All-Season Tires
18" Turbo Fan Wheels
18" Black 5-Star Double Spoke Jet Black Wheels
18" Twin Spoke Black Burnished Light Alloy Wheels
17" 5-Star Double Spoke Black Light Alloy Wheels
18" Turbo Fan Matte Anthracite Light Alloy Wheels
19" Black Cross Spoke Crusher Wheels
17" 5-Star Triangle Spoke Anthracite Alloy Wheels
Interior Options: 
All-Weather Floor Mats
Front Footwell and Cup Holder Lighting Kit
Custom Molded Cargo Tray
Intellilink Audio System w/Color Touch Navigation
Comfort Access System
Universal Garage Door Opener
Inlay Color Polar Beige
Inlay Color Pure Red
Chrome Line Interior
Interior Mirror w/Compass
Flat Load Floor
Satellite Radio w/1 Year Subscription
Harman Kardon Premium Sound
Cargo Net
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror
Anthracite Headliner
MINI Connected w/Navigation Package
MINI Connected Package
Center Armrest
Heated Seats
Technology Package

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ebony, leatherette/cloth
#1E1E1E
Color: 
Carbon Black, leatherette
#212121
Gravity Carbon Black, leather
#3E3E3E
Gravity Polar Beige, leather
#C9BEB0
Lounge Carbon Black, leather
#323232
Lounge Championship Red, leather
#070707
Lounge Light Coffee, leather
#463E3A
Parallel Lines Light Tobacco, leather/cloth
#656060
Parallel Lines Pure Red, leather/cloth
#634240