Ford Escape vs Hyundai Kona
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Years produced2001-Present | Years produced2018-Present |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$24,550 |
Listings9532 | Listings9741 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryThat there are no major changes beyond a couple of new trim levels for the 2025 Hyundai Kona is neither a surprise nor a bad thing. Not a surprise because this second-generation model only made its debut one year ago, making it too soon to expect any major updates. And not a bad thing because, frankly, this second-generation Kona was already a great subcompact SUV. Time does not stand still, however, particularly when it comes to crossovers, so it’s time to find out how the Kona performs one year on, and whether it continues to deliver value in an increasingly busy part of the market. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City27 | MPG City |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight3005 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height62.2 in |
Length180.1 in | Length171.3 in |
Width85.6 in | Width71.9 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase104.7 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1085 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-Present | 2018-Present |
MSRP | $28,000 | $24,550 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | That there are no major changes beyond a couple of new trim levels for the 2025 Hyundai Kona is neither a surprise nor a bad thing. Not a surprise because this second-generation model only made its debut one year ago, making it too soon to expect any major updates. And not a bad thing because, frankly, this second-generation Kona was already a great subcompact SUV. Time does not stand still, however, particularly when it comes to crossovers, so it’s time to find out how the Kona performs one year on, and whether it continues to deliver value in an increasingly busy part of the market. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 27 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 3005 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 62.2 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 171.3 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 71.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 104.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1085 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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