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2022 Ford Escape PHEV vs. 2022 Kia Niro EV Review

Picture of the 2022 Ford Escape PHEV

2022 Ford
Escape PHEV

MSRP*: $35,455 to $40,700
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Picture of the 2022 Kia Niro EV

2022 Kia
Niro EV

MSRP*: $39,090 to $44,650
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 221-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 180.5 in 172.2 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 71.1 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.0 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape PHEV than in the Kia Niro EV. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Ford Escape PHEV and the Kia Niro EV.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Escape PHEV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Niro EV.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape PHEV is much wider than the Kia Niro EV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Escape PHEV, which is slightly longer than the Kia Niro EV.

Handling
The Ford Escape PHEV has a larger turning radius than the Kia Niro EV, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Ford Escape PHEV has a little more horsepower than the Kia Niro EV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Escape PHEV does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro EV.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape PHEV and the Kia Niro EV. The Ford Escape PHEV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Niro EV.