Niro starts $2,654 lower. Niro wins efficiency by 6.3 L/100 km. Niro gives you 82 L more cargo room. Niro reaches 6 core tracked features at the top trim. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
Interactive trim explorer
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Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
$30,845
LX Hybrid
$33,499
Active®
$39,801
9 tracked trims
$40,166
6 tracked trims
| Metric | Kia Niro | Ford Escape | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $30,845 LX Hybrid | $33,499 Active® | $2,654 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $39,801 9 tracked trims | $40,166 6 tracked trims | $365 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 2.1 L/100 km LX PHEV | 8.4 L/100 km Active® | 6.3 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 1,805 L Best published cargo figure | 1,723 L Best published cargo figure | 82 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | — Not published | 680 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | Only Ford reports |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 3 features EX PHEV at $38,845 | 2 features ST-Line Select at $40,599 | +1 feature |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 6 features SX at $39,545 | 5 features ST-Line at $38,099 | +1 feature |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 5 yr / 100,000 km for Kia Niro, versus Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Ford Escape.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Winter
Traction and cold-weather gear that changes the daily Canada experience.
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Doesn’t reach it
$41,599
Plug-In Hybrid
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: All Escape Active model standard features plus:; 2.5L iVCT Atkinson Cycle hybrid engine; Adaptive Cruise Control; Remote start system; 13.2" centre display; Connected Navigation (1 year included) Normalized fit features: heatedSteeringWheel, hybrid, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Power liftgate; Heated steering wheel
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
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Doesn’t reach it
$33,499
Active®
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: 1.5L EcoBoost engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology; Front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive; Intelligent Access with push-button start; SYNC 4 with 8" centre display; Ford Co-Pilot360 , including Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ); Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility Normalized fit features: awd, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
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Doesn’t reach it
$41,599
Plug-In Hybrid
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: All Escape Active model standard features plus:; 2.5L iVCT Atkinson Cycle hybrid engine; Adaptive Cruise Control; Remote start system; 13.2" centre display; Connected Navigation (1 year included) Normalized fit features: heatedSteeringWheel, hybrid, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Power liftgate; Heated steering wheel
Tech
Screen, charging, and software comforts that matter once the basics are covered.
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Doesn’t reach it
$44,349
ST-Line Elite
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: All Escape ST-Line Select model standard features; Adaptive Cruise Control; 13.2" centre display; Connected Navigation (1 year included); Wireless charging pad; 19" Ebony-painted machined-face aluminum wheels Normalized fit features: awd, hybrid
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
$32,845
EX Hybrid
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 16" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Cloth and synthetic leather seats
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Doesn’t reach it
$35,545
EX Premium Hybrid
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 16" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Cloth and synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof
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Doesn’t reach it
$39,545
SX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Head-up display (HUD) system; Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Memory Driver Seat; Synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof
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Doesn’t reach it
$39,545
SX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Head-up display (HUD) system; Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Memory Driver Seat; Synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof
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Doesn’t reach it
Winter
Traction and cold-weather gear that changes the daily Canada experience.
| Equipment | Kia Niro | Ford Escape | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Remote startExpanded Only Escape reaches remote start. | — Doesn’t reach it | $41,599 Plug-In Hybrid Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: All Escape Active model standard features plus:; 2.5L iVCT Atkinson Cycle hybrid engine; Adaptive Cruise Control; Remote start system; 13.2" centre display; Connected Navigation (1 year included) Normalized fit features: heatedSteeringWheel, hybrid, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Power liftgate; Heated steering wheel | Right only |
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
| Equipment | Kia Niro | Ford Escape | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Blind-spot supportExpanded Only Escape reaches blind-spot support. | — Doesn’t reach it | $33,499 Active® Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: 1.5L EcoBoost engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology; Front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive; Intelligent Access with push-button start; SYNC 4 with 8" centre display; Ford Co-Pilot360 , including Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ); Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility Normalized fit features: awd, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility | Right only |
Adaptive cruise controlExpanded Only Escape reaches adaptive cruise control. | — Doesn’t reach it | $41,599 Plug-In Hybrid Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: All Escape Active model standard features plus:; 2.5L iVCT Atkinson Cycle hybrid engine; Adaptive Cruise Control; Remote start system; 13.2" centre display; Connected Navigation (1 year included) Normalized fit features: heatedSteeringWheel, hybrid, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Power liftgate; Heated steering wheel | Right only |
Tech
Screen, charging, and software comforts that matter once the basics are covered.
| Equipment | Kia Niro | Ford Escape | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Wireless chargingExpanded Only Escape reaches wireless charging. | — Doesn’t reach it | $44,349 ST-Line Elite Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: All Escape ST-Line Select model standard features; Adaptive Cruise Control; 13.2" centre display; Connected Navigation (1 year included); Wireless charging pad; 19" Ebony-painted machined-face aluminum wheels Normalized fit features: awd, hybrid | Right only |
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Kia Niro | Ford Escape | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Premium upholsteryExpanded Only Niro reaches premium upholstery. | $32,845 EX Hybrid Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 16" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Cloth and synthetic leather seats | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Only Niro reaches moonroof / sunroof. | $35,545 EX Premium Hybrid Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 16" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Cloth and synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Premium audioExpanded Only Niro reaches premium audio. | $39,545 SX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Head-up display (HUD) system; Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Memory Driver Seat; Synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Seat memoryExpanded Only Niro reaches seat memory. | $39,545 SX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Head-up display (HUD) system; Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Memory Driver Seat; Synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Reasons to pick Kia Niro
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
LX Hybrid
Active®
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Niro | LX Hybrid | $30,845 | 4.4 L/100 km | 2 |
| Ford Escape | Active® | $33,499 | 8.4 L/100 km | 3 |
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