Discover How the 2018 Kia Sportage Stacks Up to the Ford Competition Here in Ramsey, NJ


Korean craftsmanship excellence has returned for a new model year. Speaking to the long-standing tradition, the 2018 Kia Sportage not only keeps up its commitment with the offering of standard features galore, from cutting-edge performance to advanced safety. It also showcases the spacious interior Kia drivers have come to know and love, complete with the hallmark command center worth of technologies and premium-feel creature comforts for the trip. What's more, it's already giving segment rivals like Ford Escape a competitive run. Explore just a few of the ways here at our Ramsey, NJ Kia dealer.


2018 Kia Sportage vs. Ford Escape

  • Design-wise, the new Kia Sportage better looks the compact SUV part than Ford Escape, from matte-and-chrome grille to chrome window trim, body-color handles to striking rear spoiler and projector-beam headlights. It's greater in overall width, too, as well as taller and wider of track both front and rear. If you prefer your small SUV prominent, poised, and with a solid-looking stance to turn heads from Fair Lawn to Mahwah, the new Sportage is the better choice.
  • Our Kia SUV also offers more horsepower than the new Escape, 181 to 168. Factor in its better turning and pulling power, 175 pound-feet of torque to Ford at 170, and the result is a more energetic drive both on the road from Spring Valley and off the beaten path out of Chestnut Ridge, NY.
  • Plus, Sportage has a larger fuel capacity of 16.4 gallons. Its Ford SUV counterpart carries only 15.7. That's fewer trips to the pump and more time spent cruising.
  • Kia Sportage even is capable of towing up to 1,650 pounds maximum, excelling Ford Escape, which can handle only up to 1,500. That means more swag for that long-planned extended vacation.
  • Speaking of getaways, you'll find an edge in total passenger volume for them. 2018 Sportage takes that lead on Escape 98.6 cubic feet to 98.1, comprehending extra front shoulder room and second-row head and leg room - a few of the sports where it can matter most.
  • Between the Kia and Ford testament to quality, our automaker pulls ahead. Kia Sportage offers a 60-month/60,000-mile basic warranty and 120-month/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, while Escape offers but 36 months or 36,00 miles and 60 months or 60,000 miles respectively.
  • Plus, our Kia compact is more affordable, around $23,600 MSRP compared to Ford Escape at $23,850, and approximately $24,590 to its rival's $25,440 when comparably equipped.



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Liberty Kia

815 Route 17 South
Directions Ramsey, NJ 07446

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  • Monday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

That means, when you opt for a new Kia SUV in the Sportage line, you'll gain access to a host of standard features, for less. Among them, durable YES Essentials® treated tricot cloth seating, six-way-adjustable for the driver for the height of comfort, alongside 60/40 split-folding rear seating with 17-step recline for both passenger friendliness and flexible cargo configurations. Factor in a Vehicle Stability Management, Electronic Stability Control, and Traction Control System trifecta for a smooth, even ride, Hill Start Assist Control and Downhill Brake Control for incline management, and a six-speaker, 5-inch touchscreen-equipped infotainment system. You can even find SiriusXM support for expanded listening options and Bluetooth tech for hands-free calling capability.

   
 
 

Explore the New Kia Sportage Further at Liberty Kia

We think that once you step into the driver's seat, you'll not only see how the latest Kia compact SUV bests its Ford competition but also why our Kia enthusiasts are more likely to choose one. Be sure to explore the resources and info we have to offer here on our website, then set your course for our 815 Route 17 South showroom here in Ramsey for a spin!

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