Ford EcoSport vs. Kia Niro
In comparing the Ford EcoSport to the Kia Niro, the Ford EcoSport has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, 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 and interior volume. The Ford EcoSport and Kia Niro have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford EcoSport versus the Kia Niro, the Ford EcoSport is a better car than the Kia Niro.
Ford EcoSport versus Kia Niro Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Ford EcoSport ranges from $17,299 to $24,965 while a used Kia Niro from the same model year range is priced between $20,000 to $30,000. For a new model, the Ford EcoSport's price is between $22,751 and $29,886, with the Kia Niro priced between $30,537 and $38,095.
Ford EcoSport versus Kia Niro Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford EcoSport and Kia Niro is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Ford EcoSport being ranked 10 out of 18 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Kia Niro being ranked 7 out of 21 Best Hybrid SUVs.
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 500 miles. 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, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Ford EcoSport, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Ford EcoSport has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Kia Niro has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford EcoSport and the Kia Niro have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$22,751 - $29,886
Used Asking Price:
$17,299 - $24,965
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$30,537 - $38,095
Used Asking Price:
$20,000 - $30,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.7%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 18Ranking
18 out of / 18Ranking
36 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
39 out of / 61Ranking
52 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Summary Review
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Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Trim Levels
S, SE, SES, Titanium
Trim Levels
LX, EX, EX Touring, SX Touring, SX
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
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):
53 / 45 / 49
Range (city/hwy):
588 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
112.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
22.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.9 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:
3071 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
