2024 Ford
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 19 - 21 MPG | 53 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 28 MPG | 45 - 54 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 73.4 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 250 - 335 hp | 139 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 3,500 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 188.8 in | 174.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 75.9 in | 71.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.6 in
Rear 40.6 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.3 in |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Ford Edge offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Kia Niro.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Ford Edge and the Kia Niro.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Edge as you will with the Kia Niro, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Edge will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Niro, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Edge is much wider than the Kia Niro, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Ford Edge, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Niro.
Handling
The Ford Edge has a significantly larger turning radius than the Kia Niro, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Edge greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Edge does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Edge and the Kia Niro.
The Ford Edge has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Niro.