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If you’re looking for a robust new SUV in the Chino area, you’ve come to the right place! At Pomona Kia, we’re proud to offer a wide variety of Kia cars, SUVs, multipurpose vehicles, and electric vehicles. One of the best new crossover SUVs you can buy right now is the Kia Sportage, which was recently refreshed for the 2023 model year with seven available trim levels, a powerful engine under the hood, and a roomy interior cabin. But how does the Kia Sportage stack up to its competitors, like the 2022 Ford Escape? Pomona Kia has all the details in our Ford vs. Kia crossover SUV comparison below! Check it out, then head to our inventory to see what models we have available.
Let’s start our crossover comparison by looking at the starting prices of the Kia Sportage and Ford Escape. Price is often one of the first things that prospective SUV drivers look at when shopping for a new ride, and right off the bat you’ll see that the Kia Sportage is offered at a lower starting price than the Ford Escape. The 2023 Kia Sportage starts at $25,990 MSRP, while the Ford Escape starts at $27,185 MSRP. The top-level Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige is also more affordable than the top-level Ford Escape Titanium Plug-in Hybrid, offered at $36,790 MSRP compared to $40,700 MSRP. Here’s the full list of trim levels for both SUVs:
2023 Kia Sportage Trim Levels
2022 Ford Escape Trim Levels
When it comes to performance power, both the Kia Sportage and Ford Escape deliver impressive specs and multiple engine options to the Covina roads. Both vehicles come with an 8-speed automatic transmission and either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. However, despite having a lower starting price, the Kia Sportage also has a more robust engine on its entry-level trim, offering more horsepower than its Ford counterpart. Here are the details:
2023 Kia Sportage Performance Specs
2022 Ford Escape Performance Specs
Now that we’ve gone over our Ford vs. Kia crossover comparison on paper, you might be interested in seeing how the Kia Sportage handles on the road for yourself! Contact our office to see what models we have available, then stop by our dealership to set up a test drive around Ontario. You can also reach out with any questions or to learn more about any of the models in our Kia lineup. Be sure to keep an eye on our blog for more vehicle walkthroughs and automotive news!
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