2024 Ford Escape vs. 2024 Kia EV6 Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Escape

2024 Ford
Escape

MSRP*: $28,000 to $39,610
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Picture of the 2024 Kia EV6

2024 Kia
EV6

MSRP*: $42,600 to $61,600
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MPG - City 26 - 42 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 50.2 ft3
Engine
  • 163-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 167-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 576-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 192 hp 167 - 576 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 2,000 lbs 2,300 lbs
Exterior Length 180.5 - 181.2 in 184.3 - 184.8 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 74.0 - 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.0 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 36.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the Kia EV6. The Ford Escape offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia EV6, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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). Clearly, the Ford Escape is a better financial choice over the Kia EV6, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Ford Escape is about the same width as the Kia EV6. When looking at overall length, the Ford Escape takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia EV6.

Handling
The Ford Escape has the same turning radius as the Kia EV6, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Kia EV6, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Ford Escape. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Escape has a lot less horsepower than the Kia EV6.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Escape does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia EV6.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Kia EV6. With the Ford Escape, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia EV6.