2025 Ford Expedition Max vs. 2025 Kia Niro Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Expedition Max

2025 Ford
Expedition Max

MSRP*: $61,470 to $86,975
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Niro

2025 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,990 to $35,390
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MPG - City Info not available 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 45 - 54 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 123.1 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 hp 139 hp
Towing Capacity 6,300 - 9,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 221.7 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 81.5 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.1 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.0 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Expedition Max than in the Kia Niro. The Ford Expedition Max will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Niro.

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 Expedition Max will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Niro, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Expedition Max 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 Expedition Max, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Niro.

Handling
The Ford Expedition Max 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 Expedition Max greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro.

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

Utility
The Ford Expedition Max offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Niro, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Ford Expedition Max, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Niro.