Ford Escape vs Kia Sorento
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Sorento
Overview
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Active | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,350 (best) | $32,190 |
| Lowest listing price | $7,460 (best) | $17,075 |
| Median listing price | $23,286 (best) | $37,267 |
| Highest listing price | $38,989 (best) | $50,695 |
| For sale now | 90 | 914 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 191 hp (best) |
| Torque | 199 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I3 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 65.4 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,273 lbs (best) | 3,814 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 180.1 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74.1 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 66 in | 66.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Escape | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Active $30,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Active $31,750 MSRP | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | ST-Line $31,195 MSRP | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | ST-Line $32,595 MSRP | EX $38,290 MSRP |
| 5 | ST-Line Select $33,890 MSRP | EX $39,790 MSRP |
| 6 | ST-Line Select $35,015 MSRP | EX $38,890 MSRP |
| 7 | Plug-In Hybrid $35,400 MSRP | EX $40,690 MSRP |
| 8 | Platinum $36,215 MSRP | SX $42,090 MSRP |
| 9 | ST-Line Elite $37,210 MSRP | X-Line EX $42,590 MSRP |
| 10 | Platinum $37,940 MSRP | X-Line SX $43,890 MSRP |
| 11 | ST-Line Elite $38,935 MSRP | X-Line SX Prestige $46,590 MSRP |
| 12 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $47,190 MSRP |
| 13 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $53,490 MSRP |
| 14 | — | X-Pro SX Prestige $47,590 MSRP |
| 15 | — | EX $48,290 MSRP |
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Ford Escape vs Kia Sorento FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Ford Escape or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Ford Escape vs 2026 Kia Sorento on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Ford Escape or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Ford Escape starts lower at $30,350. Live Ford Escape listings start at $7,460. Live Kia Sorento listings start at $17,075.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Ford Escape or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Ford Escape leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,350).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Ford Escape or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Ford Escape leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (40).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Ford Escape or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Ford Escape leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (37).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Ford Escape or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on horsepower in this comparison (281).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Ford Escape or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Ford Escape or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Ford Escape vs 2026 Kia Sorento?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Escape (5/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Sorento (5/5 NHTSA overall).