Ford C-MAX Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
In comparing the Ford C-MAX Hybrid's and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Ford C-MAX Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Ford C-MAX Hybrid's and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Ford C-MAX Hybrid is a better car than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Ford C-MAX Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Pricing
A used 2018 Ford C-MAX Hybrid ranges from $10,539 to $21,738 while a used 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is priced between $14,838 to $26,098.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford C-MAX Hybrid’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid base engine makes 139 horsepower. The C-MAX Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles. The Niro Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 46 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 523 miles. This gives the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford C-MAX Hybrid. The C-MAX Hybrid uses regular unleaded, and the Niro Plug-In Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford C-MAX Hybrid, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear leg room. The Ford C-MAX Hybrid and Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
10539 - 21738
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
14838 - 26098
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486077
Ford C-MAX Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford C-MAX Hybrid Rankings
Not yet available
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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27 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Ford C-MAX Hybrid Trim Levels
SE, Titanium
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
EX, EX Premium, LX
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
42 / 38 / 40
Range (city/hwy):
567 / 513 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
48 / 44 / 46
Range (city/hwy):
568 / 523 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
24.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
52.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
124.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
120.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3607 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3391 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
171.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16