Ford Escape Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
In comparing the Ford Escape Hybrid's and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escape Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the area of resale value. Based on this comparison of the Ford Escape Hybrid's and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escape Hybrid is a better car than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Ford Escape Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Pricing
For a new model, the Ford Escape Hybrid's price is between $34,538 and $42,798, with the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid priced between $35,622 and $43,955.
Ford Escape Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Escape Hybrid loses 51.6 percent of its value and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid loses 48.6 percent of its value. This means the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Escape Hybrid.
Ford Escape Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Escape Hybrid is 8.5 out of 10 while the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's quality rating is 7.3 out of 10. This results in the Ford Escape Hybrid being ranked 4 out of 27 Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid being ranked 9 out of 27. Out of 30 Best Hybrid SUVs, the Ford Escape Hybrid is ranked 6 and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is ranked 12.
Ford Escape Hybrid vs. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Escape Hybrid is 8.5 out of 10. For the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Ford Escape Hybrid an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Escape Hybrid’s base engine makes 192 horsepower, and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid base engine makes 180 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Ford Escape Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford Escape Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
34538 - 42798
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.515814
Pricing
New Asking Price:
35622 - 43955
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486077
Ford Escape Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.517723 / 10
Reliability:
8.453169 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
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 Escape Hybrid Rankings
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26 out of / 30Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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27 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Ford Escape Hybrid Trim Levels
Platinum, ST-Line, ST-Line Elite, ST-Line Select
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
EX, SX Touring
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
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:
192 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
34.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.0 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:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3550 lbs
Width:
85.6 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
180.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3336 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:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16