Ford Escape vs Kia Sorento
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2009 | Years produced2001-Present |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$28,000 |
Listings9656 | Listings9694 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryLarger than a typical compact but smaller than many three-row midsize SUVs, the 2025 Sorento is “right-sized” in many respects. In addition, it comes with gasoline, turbocharged gasoline, turbocharged hybrid, and turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrains. This review covers the turbo-gas version of the SUV, which sees no significant changes following a substantial refresh for 2024. A new gray paint color is available, and some models get standard black exterior badges in 2025. Verdict: When something isn’t broken, you don’t fix it. That helps explain why the 2025 Kia Sorento is almost exactly the same as last year. However, a problem looms for this family-friendly SUV. In 2025, the Sorento may lose its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight3291 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height66.0 in |
Length189.6 in | Length180.1 in |
Width74.8 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2009 | 2001-Present |
MSRP | $31,990 | $28,000 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Larger than a typical compact but smaller than many three-row midsize SUVs, the 2025 Sorento is “right-sized” in many respects. In addition, it comes with gasoline, turbocharged gasoline, turbocharged hybrid, and turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrains. This review covers the turbo-gas version of the SUV, which sees no significant changes following a substantial refresh for 2024. A new gray paint color is available, and some models get standard black exterior badges in 2025. Verdict: When something isn’t broken, you don’t fix it. That helps explain why the 2025 Kia Sorento is almost exactly the same as last year. However, a problem looms for this family-friendly SUV. In 2025, the Sorento may lose its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 3291 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 66.0 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 180.1 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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