Kia Seltos vs. Ford Escape
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It’s time for a new car. You’ve had your run with a few sedans. You even drove a minivan when your kids were little. Now, you’re ready for something new and exciting. The 2023 Kia Seltos and the 2023 Ford Escape are popular options on the roads of Novi, Livonia, and Southfield, MI.
If you’re interested in exploring either SUV, our team at Feldman Kia has put together this Kia Seltos vs. Ford Escape comparison. Read on below to find your next savvy SUV.
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SOUND CONNECTED MOOD LAMP
DRIVER ATTENTION WARNING
The design of your next SUV means much more than its curb appeal. The size and structure also point to how it will perform on the roads and how it will add convenience to your commutes.
The Kia Seltos and the Ford Escape are sized differently, with the Escape measuring as the larger option:
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| 172 inches | Length | 180.1 inches |
| 70.9 inches | Width | 85.6 inches |
| 63.6 inches | Height | 66 inches |
| 103.5 inches | Wheelbase | 106.7 inches |
After taking out the measuring tape and sizing up both SUVs, there are a few items to note. For one, the Ford Escape is the larger model, which is sure to generate ample interior space for you and your crew.
However, the more compact Kia Seltos features a shorter wheelbase, which makes maneuvering and turning a more agile experience. Plus, since it’s a smaller vehicle overall, you can expect to have an easier time parallel parking, fitting into tight squeezes, or driving in a bustling city.
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Entertainment is necessary in a car. After all, a good playlist and all your friends on board will turn a 2-hour trip into one that feels like it’s only been 20 minutes. Both the Seltos and the Escape have comprehensive cockpits filled with the technology you want and need to make the miles fly by.
The Kia and the Ford share several similarities in technology. They have these features in common:
- 8-inch touchscreen display
- 6-speaker audio system
- Apple CarPlay®
- Android Auto™
When working together, these features will help you enjoy every mile on the road.
If you’re looking for a high-quality and immersive listening experience, you should choose the Kia Seltos. This SUV has an available 8-speaker Bose® premium audio system with Sound Connected Mood Lamp. As the cabin and your ears fill with music, integrated door speaker lights pulsate to the beat. They can even change color!
On the other hand, the Ford Escape offers an available 10-speaker B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®. This audio system does not have an integrated light-changing mood lamp, and it’s only an optional feature. That’s right—it doesn’t come standard on any Escape trims!
On the other hand, the Kia’s available sound system is standard on its highest trim level.
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Whether you’re taking your daughter and her new spouse to dinner in Detroit or heading out on a road trip to visit your sibling in Southfield, staying safe is important. Good thing the Kia Seltos and the Ford Escape have comprehensive safety suites watching your back on the road!
Kia Drive Wise and Ford Co-Pilot360™ are the respective standard safety suites of the Seltos and the Escape. Their suites even have a few features in common, such as:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear-View Monitor
When you’re out on the road, these features will ensure you stay within your lane and out of harm’s way.
The Kia Seltos has a couple standard safety features, though, that may swing your vote. . .
While the Ford Escape has a few additional features of its own, the aforementioned features are unique to the Kia Seltos.
Thanks to its nimble performance, unique sound system, and awareness-boosting safety features, we believe you should choose the 2023 Kia Seltos over the Ford Escape. If you’re interested in exploring this SUV for yourself, visit Feldman Kia near Novi, Livonia, and Southfield, MI, today!
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