Kia Sportage Hybrid vs Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
Overview | |
Years produced2020-Present | Years produced2023-Present |
MSRP$33,075 | MSRP$30,490 |
Listings1423 | Listings402 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe Sportage is big enough for family use, but not so large that it's unwieldy or difficult to park in the city or in an owner's garage. It's packed with useful technology and boasts bold styling that stands out in a sea of similarly shaped crossovers. In hybrid form, it’s also more efficient than the gas-only version. Verdict: The 2026 Kia Sportage is sized right among compact crossover SUVs. It strikes an intriguing balance of roominess, comfort, and efficiency that ought to win over plenty of drivers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City43 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway44 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City43 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway44 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.4 cu ft | Cargo Space39.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3909 lbs | Curb Weight3598 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height65.4 in |
Length180.5 in | Length184.4 in |
Width85.6 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1384 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2020-Present | 2023-Present |
MSRP | $33,075 | $30,490 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The Sportage is big enough for family use, but not so large that it's unwieldy or difficult to park in the city or in an owner's garage. It's packed with useful technology and boasts bold styling that stands out in a sea of similarly shaped crossovers. In hybrid form, it’s also more efficient than the gas-only version. Verdict: The 2026 Kia Sportage is sized right among compact crossover SUVs. It strikes an intriguing balance of roominess, comfort, and efficiency that ought to win over plenty of drivers. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | 1.5 kWh |
MPG City | 43 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 44 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | 1.5 kWh |
MPG City | 43 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 44 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.4 cu ft | 39.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3909 lbs | 3598 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 184.4 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1384 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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