Kia Telluride vs Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
Overview | |
MSRP$33,390 | MSRP$33,075 |
Listings586 | Listings35 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryInside the halls of Kia’s North American headquarters in Irvine, California, the Kia Telluride is colloquially known as the “Selluride.” Indeed, since the midsize three-row crossover SUV debuted to widespread acclaim for the 2020 model year, Kia’s dealerships have been desperate to obtain as many examples as possible from the automaker’s West Point, Georgia, assembly plant. There is good reason for the model’s popularity, and the 2022 Kia Telluride adds more standard equipment to ensure that rivals know they must still contend with Kia in this segment. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City117 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway93 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City117 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway93 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.0 cu ft | Cargo Space34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4112 lbs | Curb Weight3909 lbs |
Height68.9 in | Height66.1 in |
Length196.9 in | Length180.5 in |
Width78.3 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1664 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,390 | $33,075 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.8 out of 10Read full review | 5.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Inside the halls of Kia’s North American headquarters in Irvine, California, the Kia Telluride is colloquially known as the “Selluride.” Indeed, since the midsize three-row crossover SUV debuted to widespread acclaim for the 2020 model year, Kia’s dealerships have been desperate to obtain as many examples as possible from the automaker’s West Point, Georgia, assembly plant. There is good reason for the model’s popularity, and the 2022 Kia Telluride adds more standard equipment to ensure that rivals know they must still contend with Kia in this segment. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 117 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 93 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 117 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 93 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.0 cu ft | 34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4112 lbs | 3909 lbs |
Height | 68.9 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 196.9 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1664 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |

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