Ford Escape vs Kia Sportage
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Kia Sportage
Overview
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,350 (best) | $30,590 |
| Lowest listing price | $3,898 (best) | $12,275 |
| Median listing price | $22,876 (best) | $33,355 |
| Highest listing price | $43,129 (best) | $43,325 |
| For sale now | 131 | 928 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG | 41 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 27 MPG | 40 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 42 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal (best) | 13.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 232 hp (best) |
| Torque | 199 lb-ft | 271 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 1.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I3 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 65.4 cu ft | 73.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,273 lbs (best) | 3,598 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 7.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 108.5 in (best) |
| Length | 180.1 in | 184.4 in (best) |
| Width | 74.1 in (best) | 73.4 in |
| Height | 66 in (best) | 65.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford EscapeActive | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
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 Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Active $30,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Active $31,750 MSRP | S $31,290 MSRP |
| 3 | ST-Line $31,195 MSRP | S $32,890 MSRP |
| 4 | ST-Line $32,595 MSRP | EX $32,290 MSRP |
| 5 | ST-Line Select $33,890 MSRP | EX $33,890 MSRP |
| 6 | ST-Line Select $35,015 MSRP | X-Line $35,790 MSRP |
| 7 | Plug-In Hybrid $35,400 MSRP | X-Line $40,590 MSRP |
| 8 | Platinum $36,215 MSRP | SX-Prestige $40,690 MSRP |
| 9 | ST-Line Elite $37,210 MSRP | X-Line Prestige $47,390 MSRP |
| 10 | Platinum $37,940 MSRP | — |
| 11 | ST-Line Elite $38,935 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Ford Escape vs Kia Sportage FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Ford Escape or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Ford Escape vs 2027 Kia Sportage 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 2027 Kia Sportage?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Ford Escape starts lower at $30,350. Live Ford Escape listings start at $3,898. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Ford Escape or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2026 Ford Escape leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,350).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Ford Escape or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Ford Escape or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2026 Ford Escape leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (37).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Ford Escape or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Ford Escape or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2026 Ford Escape leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Ford Escape vs 2027 Kia Sportage?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Escape (5/5 NHTSA overall).