2022 Encore vs. 2022 Soul Comparison in Queensbury, NY

2022 Buick Encore vs. 2022 Kia Soul

If you’re shopping for a new subcompact SUV then the 2022 Buick Encore and the 2022 Kia Soul have likely landed on your list of vehicles to investigate. They’re both great options for navigating the streets of Queensbury so you may be wondering which one has more comfort, style, and interior features. As members of the small SUV subsegment, these little utes have a lot in common and their features are most likely to appeal to young professionals and small families. They both have more spacious interiors than the common sedan but they’re easier to maneuver than some of the behemoth SUV models that you can find.

Both vehicles have starting prices that will be affordable and accessible to most buyers. However, true to the Buick brand standards the 2022 Encore is a bit more refined. To find out which crossover will be better for you and your needs, keep reading for a detailed comparison.

2022 Encore vs 2022 Soul: Exterior Design

Deciding which vehicle has a better design is largely based on individual taste. The only technical difference between the exterior of the 2022 Encore and the 2022 Soul is that the Encore has an optional sun/ moonroof and the Sul does not. When it comes to the general style of the two vehicles, however, they are very different. The 2022 Encore has an elegant, flowing, and stately design. The Kia Soul still sports the boxy design that was popular in the late 2010s but has since fallen out of fashion.

2022 Encore vs 2022 Soul: Interior Space and Comfort

Inside, the differences between the two vehicles have a little more to do with quality than with taste. The Kia Soul’s interior design is based on a dark color palette and has a high number of surfaces covered in hard plastics. The Buick Encore, on the other hand, has a standard leather-wrapped steering wheel and a wealth of soft-touch materials.

Both vehicles seat five occupants comfortably with plenty of head and legroom in both rows and most buyers will be more than happy with the cargo space in either.

2022 Encore vs 2022 Soul: Infotainment and Technology

When it comes to technology the 2022 Encore has a few more infotainment features than the 2022 Soul.

Standard, the Buick Encore has a 7-inch touch screen infotainment system that integrates with Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto, two USB ports, voice recognition, a six-speaker audio system, satellite radio, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and Siri Eyes Free.

The standard model of the Kia Soul has an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto, a six-speaker stereo, and a single USB port.

2022 Encore vs 2022 Soul: Performance Review

Under the hood, the 2022 Encore is motivated by a 155-horsepower 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine. It’s easy to maneuver and its suspension system absorbs most road imperfections.

The 2022 Kia Soul has a 147-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that is paired with a continuously variable transmission. Its size also makes it easy to maneuver but the suspension system isn’t as refined and the ride can become rough over uneven roads.

Find the 2022 Buick Encore in Queensbury, NY

If you’re in the market for a small, feature-packed SUV, come take the 2022 Buick Encore for a spin at D’ELLA Buick GMC Cadillac in Queensbury, NY.