If your garage is tight, the 2026 Buick Encore GX is 8.7 inches shorter than the 2026 Honda HR-V. If you want more cargo volume with the rear seats folded, the HR-V has the edge. Both seat five and offer AWD. The better fit depends on whether your limiting space is outside the vehicle or inside it.
2026 U.S. specifications side by side
| Measurement or feature | Buick Encore GX | Honda HR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 171.1 in. | 179.8 in. |
| Cargo behind the rear seats | About 23.5 cu. ft. | 24.4 cu. ft. |
| Maximum cargo, rear seats folded | 50.2 cu. ft. | 55.1 cu. ft. |
| Center touchscreen | 11 in. diagonal | 9 in. diagonal |
| Drivetrain choices | FWD or available AWD | 2WD or available Real Time AWD |
Manufacturer cargo figures describe volume, not the shape of the hatch or the usable width between the wheel wells. A difference of less than one cubic foot behind the rear seats may matter less than whether your stroller fits sideways.
Which trims are fair to compare?
For heated front seats, Honda lists them on HR-V Sport. Buick offers them on Encore GX Preferred through the Comfort Package. Put those two stickers next to each other before moving up to HR-V EX-L or Encore GX Avenir for leather-trimmed or leather-appointed seating.
What to try on the same drive
Set the driver’s seat for yourself, leave it there, then sit in back. Pair your phone and find the controls you use without looking down for long. Finish by reversing into a space similar to the one you use at home. Those checks tell you more about the daily fit than the screen or cargo figure alone.
Arrange an Encore GX comparison drive at Circle Buick GMC in Highland. Mention the Honda trim and the Buick features you want to compare.
2026 Buick Encore GX model guide | View Encore GX inventory at Circle