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2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred vs 2026 Kia Seltos LX

These two land at about the same fair price. Both hold their value about the same over three years. Whichever you lean toward, start a fund now and your down payment will be ready when you are.
The price to buy it
$25,623
$25,623
What a fair price could save you
$1,377
$1,377
What it may be worth in 3 years
$14,850
$14,850
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You don't have to decide today. Save a little each week and your car fund keeps growing — pick the car when you're ready and the down payment is already there.

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Is the 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred or the 2026 Kia Seltos LX cheaper to buy?

They land at about the same fair price — roughly $25,623.

Which one holds its value better?

They're close — both keep about 55% of their value after three years.

How much should I save for either one?

A common starting point is about 20% up front — that's roughly $5,125 for the 2026 Buick Encore GX Preferred or $5,125 for the 2026 Kia Seltos LX. Start a fund and it keeps growing while you decide.

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