Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in vs Kia Seltos
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MSRP$33,075 | MSRP$22,590 |
Listings164 | Listings632 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAnnounced ahead of the 2020 model year, the Ford Escape PHEV already looks like a half-measure in 2021. An electric motor and battery pack provide reasonable driving range in ideal conditions, helping it achieve a commendable combined fuel economy rating from the EPA. But in a rapidly electrifying marketplace, and with many of the most exciting EVs coming from the Blue Oval itself, the Escape PHEV is hard to recommend as a long-term option. | |
Reviews SummaryHere’s a fun fact: the Kia Seltos is named after Celtos, the mythological son of the Greek god Hercules. Swap that ‘C’ for an ‘S’, which reportedly stands for speed and sportiness, and you’ve got Seltos. Since speed and sportiness are in short supply here, we’ll say the ‘S’ is for SUV. Now in its sophomore model year, the 2022 Seltos adds a new Nightfall Edition with blacked-out trim. Kia also expands the availability of its driver-assist and collision avoidance systems and its 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system to more trim levels for 2022. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City43 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City43 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.4 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3909 lbs | Curb Weight3087 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height63.6 in |
Length180.5 in | Length172.0 in |
Width85.6 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1080 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,075 | $22,590 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Announced ahead of the 2020 model year, the Ford Escape PHEV already looks like a half-measure in 2021. An electric motor and battery pack provide reasonable driving range in ideal conditions, helping it achieve a commendable combined fuel economy rating from the EPA. But in a rapidly electrifying marketplace, and with many of the most exciting EVs coming from the Blue Oval itself, the Escape PHEV is hard to recommend as a long-term option. | Here’s a fun fact: the Kia Seltos is named after Celtos, the mythological son of the Greek god Hercules. Swap that ‘C’ for an ‘S’, which reportedly stands for speed and sportiness, and you’ve got Seltos. Since speed and sportiness are in short supply here, we’ll say the ‘S’ is for SUV. Now in its sophomore model year, the 2022 Seltos adds a new Nightfall Edition with blacked-out trim. Kia also expands the availability of its driver-assist and collision avoidance systems and its 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system to more trim levels for 2022. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 43 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 43 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.4 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3909 lbs | 3087 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 63.6 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 172.0 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1080 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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