Kia Borrego vs. Ford Explorer
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Kia Borrego and Ford Explorer 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 Kia Borrego and the Ford Explorer.
When we compare the Kia Borrego's and the Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the Kia Borrego has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Borrego's and the Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the Kia Borrego is a better car than the Ford Explorer.
Pricing: A used 2009 Kia Borrego ranges from $3,425 to $10,886 while a used 2009 Ford Explorer is priced between $4,466 to $13,038.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Kia Borrego’s base engine makes 276 horsepower, and the Ford Explorer base engine makes 210 horsepower. The Borrego is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 433 miles. The Explorer is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles.This gives the Kia Borrego the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Explorer the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Kia Borrego 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 Explorer has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Explorer has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,245
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$26,093
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$19,860 - $31,890
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,016
Price Range:
$3,425 - $10,886
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
16
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
163,101
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,065
Price Range:
$4,466 - $13,038
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$8,764
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$6,199 - $14,463
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
25
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
162,933
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Kia Borrego Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Explorer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Borrego
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Explorer
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:
3.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
5.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.1 - 14.4
Kia Borrego Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Explorer Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 39Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
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5 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
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6 out of / 32Ranking
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6 out of / 32Ranking
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8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 39Ranking
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9 out of / 39Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 39Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 39Ranking
13 out of / 39Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 16Ranking
14 out of / 39Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 67Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 39Ranking
17 out of / 34Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
20 out of / 39Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
22 out of / 39Ranking
22 out of / 39Ranking
23 out of / 32Ranking
25 out of / 39Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 67Ranking
37 out of / 67Ranking
53 out of / 59Ranking
59 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Borrego Trim Levels
EX, EX V8, Limited V8, LX, LX V8
Ford Explorer Trim Levels
Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT, XLT Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
276 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 433 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
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
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Bluetooth:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
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:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
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:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
169.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Cargo Space:
45.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
151.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4248 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
71.3 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4455 lbs
Width:
84.8 inches
Height:
71.9 inches
Length:
193.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Midnight Blue/Pewter Gray Cladding
Brown
Copperhead/Pewter Cladding
Gold
Metal Bronze/Pexter Cladding
Gray
Titanium Silver/Pexter Cladding
Red
Spicy Red/Pewter Gray Cladding
Silver
Bright Silver/Pewter Cladding
White
Clear White/Pexter Cladding
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Sport Blue Clearcoat Metallic/Black
Brown
Dk Copper Clearcoat Metallic/Pueblo Gold
Gold
Not available
Gray
Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Sangria Red Clearcoat Metalic/Pueblo Gold
Silver
Not available
White
White Suede Clearcoat
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Brown
Camel
