2025 Ford
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2026 Kia
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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 | 74.1 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 180 - 192 hp | 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 2,000 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 180.5 - 181.2 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.1 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 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 Escape offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sportage Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Ford Escape offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage Hybrid, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Escape will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Dimensions
The Ford Escape is about the same width as the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
When looking at overall length, the Ford Escape takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Handling
The Ford Escape has the same turning radius as the Kia Sportage Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
With the Ford Escape, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Escape has a lot less horsepower than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
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 Sportage Hybrid.
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 Sportage Hybrid.
The Ford Escape has less cargo space than the Kia Sportage Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.