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Ford Explorer vs Kia Borrego

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Ford Explorer

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2009 Kia Borrego

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Overview

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AKia BorregoLX
Selected trimActive 100ALX
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed automatic5-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272009

Pricing & market

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AKia BorregoLX
MSRP$38,465$26,245 (best)
Lowest listing price$10,302 (best)—
Median listing price$45,275 (best)—
Highest listing price$64,810 (best)—
For sale now637 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AKia BorregoLX
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)21 MPG
Fuel tank17.9 gal20.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AKia BorregoLX
Horsepower300 hp (best)276 hp
Torque310 lb-ft (best)267 lb-ft
Engine size2.3 L3.8 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AKia BorregoLX
Seating6 seats7 seats (best)
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume85.8 cu ft (best)12.4 cu ft
Towing capacity5,300 lbs (best)5,000 lbs
Curb weight—4,248 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in8.5 in (best)
Wheelbase119.1 in (best)114 in
Length198.8 in (best)192.1 in
Width78.9 in (best)75.4 in
Height69.9 in71.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AKia BorregoLX
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)3

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.

TrimFord ExplorerKia Borrego
1

Active 100A

$38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$26,245 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Active 100A

$40,465 MSRP

LX

$28,295 MSRP

3

Active 200A

$40,400 MSRP

LX

$30,995 MSRP

4

Active 200A

$42,400 MSRP

EX

$27,995 MSRP

5

ST-Line

$44,200 MSRP

EX

$30,995 MSRP

6

ST-Line

$46,200 MSRP

EX

$29,995 MSRP

7

Tremor

$49,200 MSRP

EX

$32,995 MSRP

8

Tremor

$56,460 MSRP

Limited

$37,995 MSRP

9

Platinum

$50,660 MSRP

Limited

$39,995 MSRP

10

Platinum

$52,660 MSRP

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11

ST

$53,660 MSRP

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12

ST

$55,660 MSRP

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Ford Explorer vs Kia Borrego FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Kia Borrego?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Explorer vs 2009 Kia Borrego on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Kia Borrego?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Kia Borrego starts lower at $26,245. Live Ford Explorer listings start at $10,302.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Kia Borrego?
The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,245).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Kia Borrego?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Kia Borrego?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Kia Borrego?
The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).