Page Loading

2019 Ford Escape vs. 2019 Kia Sorento

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Ford Escape and 2019 Kia Sorento contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Ford Escape and the 2019 Kia Sorento.

When we compare the 2019 Ford Escape's and the 2019 Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2019 Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Ford Escape's and the 2019 Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Escape is a better car than the 2019 Kia Sorento.

Pricing: A used 2019 Ford Escape ranges from $13,404 to $22,895 while a used 2019 Kia Sorento is priced between $13,800 to $25,485.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Ford Escape loses 46.4 percent of its value and the 2019 Kia Sorento loses 47.6 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Ford Escape retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Kia Sorento.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Escape is 8.6 out of 10 while the Kia Sorento's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Ford Escape being ranked 13 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs and the Kia Sorento being ranked 23 out of 67.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Escape is 8.2 out of 10. For the Kia Sorento the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Ford Escape a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Sorento.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Ford Escape’s base engine makes 168 horsepower, and the 2019 Kia Sorento base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 455 miles. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles. This gives the 2019 Kia Sorento the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Ford Escape. The Escape uses e85, regular unleaded, and the Sorento uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2019 Kia Sorento, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Ford Escape, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Ford Escape has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Kia Sorento, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.49 out of 5 Stars.

See More See Less
Model & Pricing
2019 Ford Escape
2019 Kia Sorento

2019 Ford Escape
Change Vehicle
Vehicle Image
2019 Ford Escape for Sale

2019 Kia Sorento
Change Vehicle
Vehicle Image
2019 Kia Sorento for Sale

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$24,105

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$24,516

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$23,350 - $26,345

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$26,290

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$30,316

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$23,245 - $35,310

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$17,946

Price Range:

$13,404 - $22,895

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$20,157

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$16,854 - $25,234

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1,146

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

73,719

# Good or Great Deals:

499

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$18,881

Price Range:

$13,800 - $25,485

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$24,868

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$16,878 - $34,673

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

899

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

82,972

# Good or Great Deals:

327

Ford Escape Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.6 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.5 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Ford Escape

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.2

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

5.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

4.9 - 8.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

14.2%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Kia Sorento

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

4.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

5.5

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.6 - 8.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

13%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.6

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

3.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.7 - 21

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.5

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1 - 33.1

Ford Escape Rankings

Best Family Small SUVs

1 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

2 / 20

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

2 / 14

Best Small SUVs

3 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

3 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

4 / 13

Most Affordable Small SUVs

5 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

5 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

5 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

6 / 30

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

6 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

6 / 19

Safest Crossover SUVs

8 / 67

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

9 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Best Family Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

11 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

11 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs

13 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

17 / 59

Best Off-road Small SUVs

17 / 19

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

19 / 67

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

19 / 19

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

21 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

28 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

30 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

35 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

38 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

46 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

54 / 67

Kia Sorento Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

1 / 32

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

1 / 28

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $25k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

3 / 6

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 67

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs Under $35k

4 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $25k

4 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

4 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $35k

4 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

4 / 10

Best Midsize SUVs Under $35k

4 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $25k

4 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $35k

4 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k

4 / 7

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 34

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

5 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

5 / 16

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

7 / 21

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

12 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 39

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

16 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs

17 / 32

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

18 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

18 / 32

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

18 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 67

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

19 / 30

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

21 / 39

Safest Midsize SUVs

21 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

21 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

21 / 32

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 39

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

22 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs

23 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

23 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

23 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

23 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

23 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

23 / 32

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

24 / 67

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

24 / 39

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

25 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

26 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

26 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

27 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

28 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

29 / 39

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

33 / 59

Safest Crossover SUVs

42 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

58 / 67

Summary Review

The Ford Escape is a compact five-person SUV with a smooth ride and efficient engine options. The current Escape was redesigned for the 2020 model year, with new models costing an average of $29,828 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,407.

See More See Less

Summary Review

Kia’s Sorento is a two- or three-row crossover SUV on sale since 2015 in its outgoing generation. It is built in West Point, Georgia. All-new for 2021, shoppers in the midsize SUV segment should give the Sorento a fresh look.

See More See Less

Pros and Cons

  • Roomy interior
  • Sharp handling with a smooth ride
  • Wide range of powertrains

  • Cheap interior materials
  • Top trims are too pricey
  • Small front seat cushions

Pros and Cons

  • Available in past years with two or three rows of seats
  • High safety scores

  • 2020 and older models showing their age
  • Smaller than many midsize vehicles in this segment
  • Past models had low reliability scores

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2019 Ford Escape Trim Levels

S, SE, SEL, Titanium

2019 Kia Sorento Trim Levels

EX Sport, EX V6, L, LX, LX V6, S V6, SX Limited V6, SX V6

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.49 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

168 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

170 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.048 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.049 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


15 / 22 / 18

Range (city/hwy):

330 / 455 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

E85, Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

414 / 545 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wifi:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wifi:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

39 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.2 inches

Cargo Space:

34 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

68 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

132.7 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58 inches

Cargo Space:

11.3 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

73 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

165.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3522 lbs

Width:

81.8 inches

Height:

66.3 inches

Length:

178.1 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.9 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3810 lbs

Width:

74.4 inches

Height:

66.3 inches

Length:

189 inches

Wheelbase:

109.4 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P235/55R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Agate Black

Blue

Lightning Blue

Gray

Magnetic

Green

Baltic Sea Green

Orange

Sedona Orange

Silver

Ingot Silver

White

Oxford White

Exterior Colors

Black

Ebony Black

Blue

Not available

Gray

Not available

Green

Not available

Orange

Not available

Silver

Everlasting Silver / Sparkling Silver / Titanium Silver

White

Snow White Pearl

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal Black/Chromite Gray

Interior Colors

Black

Satin Black

Popular Escape Model Year Comparisons

Popular Sorento Model Year Comparisons

Related Car Comparisons

Popular Escape Trim Comparisons

Popular Sorento Trim Comparisons

Popular Car Comparisons