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2023 Ford Escape Vs. Kia Sportage
It’s easy to choose a new SUV after you look at the 2023 Ford Escape vs. Kia Sportage review in Santa Fe. Your friends at Capitol Ford have broken down all of the new Escape vs. Sportage specs to consider. Before you buy a new vehicle near Albuquerque, check out the 2023 Escape vs. Sportage comparison.
The prices between the 2023 Ford Escape and Kia Sportage are similar. Plus, both models offer a variety of trim levels. Interestingly, the top trim level of the Escape is cheaper than the top model from the Sportage lineup. It’s like getting luxury for less.
It doesn’t matter which SUV you choose; they both have the same number of seats. You have space for five people between the two rows in the Ford Escape or Kia Sportage.
Both SUVs are equipped with front-wheel drive. However, you can choose to add all-wheel drive or pick a trim level where it comes standard.
The 2023 Ford Escape comes standard with blind-spot monitoring, pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic alert, forward automatic emergency braking, the MyKey System, a rearview camera, driver drowsiness monitoring, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning. The 2023 Kia Sportage includes standard forward collision warning, pedestrian and cyclist detection, a rearview camera, forward automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beam headlights, lane keep assist, rear parking sensors, driver attention monitoring, and a rear seat reminder.
Price and Trim Levels
The prices between the 2023 Ford Escape and Kia Sportage are similar. Plus, both models offer a variety of trim levels. Interestingly, the top trim level of the Escape is cheaper than the top model from the Sportage lineup. It’s like getting luxury for less.
Price & Trim Levels | Ford Escape
- Base | $28,995
- Active | $30,340
- ST-Line | $31,355
- Platinum | $37,460
Price & Trim Levels | Kia Sportage
- LX | $27,615
- EX | $29,615
- X-Line | $32,415
- SX | $33,115
- SX Prestige | $35,115
- X-Pro | $36,615
- X-Pro Prestige | $38,415
Release Date
You can purchase either SUV right now near Albuquerque. See what the new Escape offers at Capitol Ford in Santa Fe.Exterior & Colors
The 2023 Ford Escape is the smaller of the two options at 181" L x 74" W x 66" H, versus the Sportage measuring 184" L x 73" W x 65-67" H. Both models also offer your choice of 17-19" wheels and several color options.
Interior Design & Seating
It doesn’t matter which SUV you choose; they both have the same number of seats. You have space for five people between the two rows in the Ford Escape or Kia Sportage.
Infotainment & Features
Both SUVs come with an 8” touchscreen display and infotainment center. However, the new Escape includes a Wi-Fi hotspot with the standard equipment, while it’s extra in the Sportage.Cargo Capacity
The 2023 Ford Escape offers a cargo hold measuring 37.5 cubic feet and 65.4 cubic feet with the back seat down. In the 2023 Kia Sportage, you get 39.6 and 74.1, respectively.
Drivetrain & Suspension
Both SUVs are equipped with front-wheel drive. However, you can choose to add all-wheel drive or pick a trim level where it comes standard.
Engine
The 2023 Ford Escape includes a 181-horsepower turbo-three engine. There’s an optional 250-horsepower turbo-four available too. Both of these models pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 2023 Kia Sportage only has one engine, a 187-horsepower four-cylinder and an eight-speed automatic transmission. There are also hybrid variants of both SUVs.Performance & MPG
The 2023 Ford Escape has an EPA rating of 27/33 mpg on the base model or 23/32 mpg with the optional motor. The 2023 Kia Sportage gets slightly less at 25/32 mpg with FWD and 23/28 mpg with AWD.Towing Capacity
The 2023 Ford Escape is equipped to tow more than the Kia Sportage. It can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, while the Kia SUV only handles up to 2,500 pounds.
Safety Features
The 2023 Ford Escape comes standard with blind-spot monitoring, pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic alert, forward automatic emergency braking, the MyKey System, a rearview camera, driver drowsiness monitoring, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning. The 2023 Kia Sportage includes standard forward collision warning, pedestrian and cyclist detection, a rearview camera, forward automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beam headlights, lane keep assist, rear parking sensors, driver attention monitoring, and a rear seat reminder.
Ratings & Reviews
The 2023 Ford Escape gets great ratings from the IIHS. Additionally, Car and Driver said, “The 2023 Ford Escape provides a lot of SUV practicality within its compact shape.” The 2023 Kia Sportage gets rated as an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Yet, Car and Driver says the “four-cylinder could use a bit more power, [it has] boring driving dynamics, [and the] exterior styling isn’t for everyone.”