Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Ford Escape
When we compare the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's and the Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid and Ford Escape have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's and the Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escape is a better car than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Ford Escape Pricing
For a new model, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's price is between $35,622 and $43,955, with the Ford Escape priced between $30,696 and $41,217.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Ford Escape Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid loses 48.6 percent of its value and the Ford Escape loses 49.7 percent of its value. This means the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid retains 1.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Escape.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Ford Escape Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is 7.3 out of 10 while the Ford Escape's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 5 Best Hybrid Subcompact SUVs and the Ford Escape being ranked 5 out of 19 Best Small SUVs.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Ford Escape Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is 7.1 out of 10. For the Ford Escape the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Ford Escape an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid and the Ford Escape makes 180 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Escape, a crossover/compact SUV, 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, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford Escape has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
35622 - 43955
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486077
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30696 - 41217
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.4967
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.271796 / 10
Reliability:
8.31539 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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53 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
EX, SX Touring
Ford Escape Trim Levels
Active, Base, Platinum, ST-Line, ST-Line Elite, ST-Line Select
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
199 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
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
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:
40.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
37.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
137.5 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3291 lbs
Width:
85.6 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
180.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17