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Compare Ford Escape vs Kia Sportage

Ford Escape
2023 Ford Escape
Select configuration:
$28,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Kia Sportage
2023 Kia Sportage
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$26,290
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-3 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.3 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Ford Escape
2023 Ford Escape Rear Angle View
2023 Ford Escape Dashboard
26
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Kia Sportage
2023 Kia Sportage Rearward Vision
2023 Kia Sportage Dashboard
36
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-3 Gas
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
180 hp @ 6000 rpm
187 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque
199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,283 lbs
3,373 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
1,653 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
N/A
28 MPG
City
N/A
25 MPG
Highway
N/A
32 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
6.3 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
14.3 gallons
Cruising Range City
N/A
357.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
N/A
457.6 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
180.5 in
183.5 in
Height
66.1 in
65.4 in
Max Width
74.1 in
73.4 in
Front Width
62.4 in
63.8 in
Rear Width
61.8 in
64.1 in
Wheelbase
106.7 in
108.5 in
Ground Clearance
7.5 in
7.1 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.4 in
41.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
40 in
39.6 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
57.5 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.2 in
54.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.7 in
41.3 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.3 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
55.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.3 in
53.4 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
65.4 ft³
74.1 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
37.5 ft³
39.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
37.5 ft³
39.6 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
41.4 in
N/A
Box Height (Area)
34.8 in
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.4 ft
38.6 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Short And Long Arm
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/65HR17
P235/65HR17
Rear Tire
P225/65HR17
P235/65HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Atlas Blue Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Vapor Blue Metallic
  • Ebony Black
  • Everlasting Silver
  • Fusion Black
  • Steel Gray

Optional Exterior Colors

Cinnabar Red Metallic Premium Colorant
  • Glacial White Pearl
  • Gravity Gray, Late availability.
  • Snow White Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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