Ford EcoSport vs. Kia Niro
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford EcoSport and Kia Niro 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 Ford EcoSport and the Kia Niro.
In comparing the Ford EcoSport's and the Kia Niro's specifications and ratings, the Ford EcoSport has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Kia Niro has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Ford EcoSport's and the Kia Niro's specifications and ratings, the Kia Niro is a better car than the Ford EcoSport.
Pricing: A used 2022 Ford EcoSport ranges from $15,499 to $22,999 while a used 2022 Kia Niro is priced between $15,933 to $25,996.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford EcoSport loses 48.8 percent of its value and the Kia Niro loses 47.1 percent of its value. This means the Kia Niro retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford EcoSport.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford EcoSport’s base engine makes 166 horsepower, and the Kia Niro base engine makes 139 horsepower. The EcoSport is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles. The Niro is rated to deliver an average of 49 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 547 miles. This gives the Kia Niro the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford EcoSport. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Kia Niro, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Ford EcoSport, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Kia Niro has higher safety ratings than the Ford EcoSport, with an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
23201 - 29197
Starting MSRP:
22040
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
23820
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
19000 - 34200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
24690
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
33031
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
24690 - 41500
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
18980
Price Range:
15499 - 22999
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
21495
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
18030 - 25396
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
307
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
27301
# Good or Great Deals:
65
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
21485
Price Range:
15933 - 25996
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
26869
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
21485 - 32354
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
105
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
54367
# Good or Great Deals:
46
Ford EcoSport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Kia Niro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
7.4 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford EcoSport
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
8.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
6.1 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Niro
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.105060754206235
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.0 - 11.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6595440976754525
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
1.3 - 3.3
Ford EcoSport Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
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62 out of / 67Kia Niro Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 31Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
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10 out of / 31Ranking
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12 out of / 36Ranking
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14 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
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21 out of / 31Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
31 out of / 31Ranking
36 out of / 36Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Ford EcoSport Trim Levels
S, SE, SES, Titanium
Kia Niro Trim Levels
EX Premium, LX, LXS, LXS Special Edition, Touring Special Edition
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 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):
4.45 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 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:
166 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
149 foot-lbs @ 4450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 394 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):
51 / 46 / 49
Range (city/hwy):
607 / 547 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
20.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112 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
Overall Interior Volume:
120.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3360 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
65.1 inches
Length:
161.3 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3117 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:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Blue / Lightning Blue
Gray
Smoke
Red
Race Red
Silver
Moondust Silver
White
Diamond White
Yellow
Luxe Yellow
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black Pearl
Blue
Deep Cerulean
Gray
Steel Gray
Red
Runway Red
Silver
Not available
White
Snow White Pearl
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
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Not available
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Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
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Gray
Gray
