Ford Escape vs Kia Telluride
Overview | |
Years produced2001-Present | Years produced2020-2025 |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$36,390 |
Listings9743 | Listings9287 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 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 SummaryFamily-friendly, midsize three-row SUVs are a favorite of Americans, and nearly every mainstream car company offers one. Kia has three, and the Telluride is the largest of its gas-powered models (the electric-only EV9 is slightly larger). The Telluride debuted in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then has received several updates but not a redesign. We took a 2025 Kia Telluride on a 1,200-mile family road trip to Northern California and Yosemite, and remain impressed with this stylish and capable Kia. Verdict: Aging technology caused some irritation during a five-day road trip in the 2025 Kia Telluride. Otherwise, the Telluride was perfectly suited to long-distance travel–whether rolling down an Interstate, roaming a major city, or romping down trails near a national park. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
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 Space21.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight4134 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height68.9 in |
Length180.1 in | Length196.9 in |
Width85.6 in | Width78.3 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1642 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-Present | 2020-2025 |
MSRP | $28,000 | $36,390 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 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. | Family-friendly, midsize three-row SUVs are a favorite of Americans, and nearly every mainstream car company offers one. Kia has three, and the Telluride is the largest of its gas-powered models (the electric-only EV9 is slightly larger). The Telluride debuted in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then has received several updates but not a redesign. We took a 2025 Kia Telluride on a 1,200-mile family road trip to Northern California and Yosemite, and remain impressed with this stylish and capable Kia. Verdict: Aging technology caused some irritation during a five-day road trip in the 2025 Kia Telluride. Otherwise, the Telluride was perfectly suited to long-distance travel–whether rolling down an Interstate, roaming a major city, or romping down trails near a national park. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 21.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 4134 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 68.9 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 196.9 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 78.3 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1642 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 5000 lbs |
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