Comparing the 2022 Ford Escape and 2022 Kia Sportage is comparing two of the most popular SUVs on the road today. Both offer plenty of power and features, but which one is best for you?
First up, you should consider the MSRP (manufacturer's standard retail price) of each SUV. The base model of the 2022 Escape has a starting price of $27,185 while the base model of the 2022 Sportage costs $24,090.
Of course, there are various trims options for both SUVs, each of which start at different prices as more features are included. You can check our amazing 2022 Ford Escape offers 10 trim options including: SE, SE Hybrid, Titanium Hybrid, S, SEL, SEL Hybrid, Titanium, SEL Plug-In Hybrid, Titanium Plug-In Hybrid, and SE Plug-In Hybrid. On the other hand, the 2022 Kia Sportage offers 4 trim options including: Nightfall, LX, EX, and SX Turbo. Be sure to call us here at Pacifico Ford so we can help you more fully compare different trim options between the 2022 Ford Escape and 2022 Kia Sportage.
Another key consideration when doing a side-by-side of these SUVs are the engine options. Ford offers 3 different engines for its Escape line, including the Gas/Electric I-4, Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-3, and Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4. Kia offers 2 different engines for its 2022 Sportage lineup, including the Regular Unleaded I-4 and Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4.
Next up you will want to look at the drivetrain options and MPG ratings for these SUVs. The 2022 Escape offers up Front Wheel Drive and All Wheel Drive and gets 37 miles per gallon. The 2022 Sportage has Front Wheel Drive and All Wheel Drive drivetrains and gets 30 miles per gallon.
Finally, when it comes to available colors, the 2022 Escape comes in 9 colors including colors like: Stone Blue Metallic, Star White Metallic Tri-Coat, Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, and Oxford White. In comparison, the 2022 Sportage comes in 6 colors including Steel Gray, Sparkling Silver, Snow White Pearl, and Pacific Blue to name a few.
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Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-3
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
28/34 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-3
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
28/34 MPG
Gas/Electric I-4
Front Wheel Drive
CVT w/OD
44/37 MPG
Gas/Electric I-4
Front Wheel Drive
CVT w/OD
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-3
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
28/34 MPG
Gas/Electric I-4
Front Wheel Drive
CVT w/OD
44/37 MPG
Gas/Electric I-4
Front Wheel Drive
CVT w/OD
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
All Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
22/31 MPG
Gas/Electric I-4
Front Wheel Drive
CVT w/OD
44/37 MPG
Gas/Electric I-4
Front Wheel Drive
CVT w/OD
Regular Unleaded I-4
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
23/30 MPG
Regular Unleaded I-4
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
23/30 MPG
Regular Unleaded I-4
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
23/30 MPG
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Front Wheel Drive
Automatic w/OD
20/28 MPG
When comparing two great SUVs like the 2022 Ford Escape vs. the 2022 Kia Sportage, you're going to want to look at all of the features and specifications side-by-side. This will help you decide if the 2022 Ford Escape has better options and brings more performance than the 2022 Kia Sportage.
Use the trim selector above to change trims for each model. The tables below will automatically update to show you comparisons of each type of feature. Check out the entertainment features in the 2022 Ford Escape and 2022 Kia Sportage, as well as the exterior and interior features, mechanical options, and safety features. Comparing how the 2022 Ford Escape safety and mechanical specs stack up against those of the 2022 Kia Sportage is important for many drivers. But, sometimes it's the interior or entertainment options offered by the 2022 Escape or the 2022 Kia Sportage that makes the choice clear.
At Pacifico Ford, we strive to give our customers complete details on all of the SUVs they may be considering. Give us a call today, or drop in to our local Philadelphia Ford dealership at 6701 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19153 to ask any questions you may have.
If you're a visual person, there's no better way to evaluate appearances than by comparing images of the 2022 Ford Escape & 2022 Kia Sportage. We've compiled some of the more important views of each these SUVs, including exterior photos of the front of the 2022 Escape and 2022 Sportage, the rear, and a profile view. We've also got interior photos of the 2022 Sportage & 2022 Escape including the dashboards, trunk, rear seats and engines.
Overall the 2022 Ford Escape is a better value than the 2022 Kia Sportage because of its performance, safety features, and choices when it comes to engine type, colors, and other options. Price will always depend on the trims you are comparing so be sure to compare the right specs and contact Pacifico Ford at 215-240-6806 when deciding on the best SUV for you.
The base model of the Escape has a starting price of $27,185 while the base model of the Sportage costs $24,090. Pricing will also depend on the selected trims, so be sure to call your local Pacifico Ford dealer at 215-240-6806 to compare different trim prices for the 2022 Ford Escape.
The 2022 Ford Escape comes with these drivetrain options:
The 2022 Kia Sportage comes with these drivetrain options:
The 2022 Ford Escape with a base model engine gets 37 miles per gallon. The 2022 Kia Sportage base model gets 30 MPG.
2022 Ford Escape Engine Options:
2022 Kia Sportage Engine Options:
2022 Ford Escape Exterior Colors:
2022 Kia Sportage Exterior Colors: