Ford Escape vs Kia Niro
Overview | |
Years produced2001-Present | Years produced2017-Present |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$26,590 |
Average price$18,828 | Average price |
Listings4497 | Listings134 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryThe all-new 2023 Kia Niro offers up a fresh take on sustainable mobility. From cleanly defined exterior lines to a minimalist but eco-friendly cabin redesign (the seats are made from eucalyptus leaves!), the second-generation Niro also tops the fuel economy charts with a best-in-class 4.4 L/100 km combined. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine1.6L 139 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City53 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway45 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name1.6L 139 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City53 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway45 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight3071 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height60.8 in |
Length180.1 in | Length174.0 in |
Width85.6 in | Width71.8 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase107.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1140 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-Present | 2017-Present |
MSRP | $28,000 | $26,590 |
Average price | $18,828 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | The all-new 2023 Kia Niro offers up a fresh take on sustainable mobility. From cleanly defined exterior lines to a minimalist but eco-friendly cabin redesign (the seats are made from eucalyptus leaves!), the second-generation Niro also tops the fuel economy charts with a best-in-class 4.4 L/100 km combined. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 1.6L 139 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.3 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 53 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 45 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 1.6L 139 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.3 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 53 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 45 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 3071 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 60.8 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 174.0 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 71.8 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 107.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1140 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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