2018 Kia Sportage vs. 2019 Ford Escape

The 2019 Ford Escape and the 2018 Kia Sportage are critically acclaimed crossover SUVs that offer a host of compelling features. No matter which crossover you choose, you enjoy convenient rearview camera systems, available all-wheel drive, and advanced driver assist technology. See what makes both the 2019 Escape and the 2018 Sportage popular choices for Coon Rapids area families.

Price and Configurations

Both crossovers allow drivers to choose from a variety of trims and configurations, so they can build the perfect transportation solution for their needs:

• The Kia Sportage offers three trims, both in AWD and FWD, with a base starting price of just $23,600 MSRP.
• The Ford Escape has four trim levels with AWD and FWD drive drivetrains with a comparable starting price of only $23,940 MSRP.

Engine Specs and Drivetrain

Whether your SUV is destined to make the daily drive down I-94 from Rogers into Minneapolis, or adventure takes you up the Mississippi to Anoka, you’ll have plenty of power from the engines available:

• The Kia Sportage can be equipped with a 2.4 L 4-cylinder engine for 181-hp and up to 175 lb.-ft. of peak torque, or a 2.0 L turbocharged 4-cylinder that makes as much as 240-hp and up to 260 lb.-ft. of torque.
• The Ford Escape can be equipped with one of three engines, including the 2.5 L 4-cylinder capable of 168-hp and 170 lb.-ft. of torque, the 1.5 L EcoBoost engine for 179-hp and 177 lb.-ft. of torque, and the 2.0 L EcoBoost motor that generates 245-hp and 275 lb.-ft. of torque.

Interior Features and Space

Both crossovers provide room for five passengers and have a wide array of available features including air-conditioning, infotainment, remote entry, multi-function steering wheel, and overhead storage.

• The Sportage delivers 98.6 cubic feet of interior passenger volume with 30.7 cubic feet of standard cargo volume. This is expandable to as much as 60.1 cubic feet of volume for larger items.
• The Escape’s passenger capacity is 98.7 cubic feet with 34 cubic feet of standard cargo volume. This is expandable to as much as 68 cubic feet with the second row of seats folded down.

Safety Features

Both vehicles come well-equipped with the latest in advanced safety gear, including a suite of responsive airbags, height-adjustable front safety belts, 4-wheel ABS braking, Tire Pressure Monitoring, traction control, electronic stability control, and hill assist control. Drivers can also add access to lane departure warning, blind spot warning, rear cross-path warning, and front and rear parking sensors on both vehicles. If you’re still on the fence or want to learn more about the Kia warranty, drop by a Cornerstone showroom today.