Ford Escape - Review, Specs, Pricing, Features, Videos and More

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Our Rating3.8/5
Price$27,500 - $38,500
Engine1.5-liter turbo 3-cylinder / 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder + hybrid
Power180 hp / 250 hp / 192–210 hp
Torque199 lb-ft / 280 lb-ft / N/A
DrivetrainFWD / AWD

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Pros

Strong facelift, big touchscreen, available hybrid options

Cons

PHEV lacks AWD, noisy 1.5L, expensive top trims

Bottom Line

The Escape is part of Ford's two-pronged attack on the compact SUV segment. While the Bronco Sport handles the rough-and-tumble crowd, the Escape excels at smooth, car-like progress, especially in hybrid form.

Hyundai Tucson Hybrid vs Ford Escape PHEV Comparison

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Do you need a plug?

There are a lot of differences between these two fuel-sipping family crossovers, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and Ford Escape PHEV. One has a turbocharged engine, one does not. One is front-drive, one is AWD. A traditional automatic contrasts with an electric CVT. They’re even opposite hues.

But it’s the Ford’s little outlet, just aft of the driver-side front wheel arch, that defines this head-to-head. Gas isn’t getting any cheaper, and the idea of emissions-free motoring, even just on short drives, is an appealing one. Managing editor Mike Schlee and I spent a week with both to figure out if plug-in power is worth the extra cash outlay.

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Detailed Specs

Price$27,500 - $38,500
Engine1.5-liter turbo 3-cylinder / 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder + hybrid
Power180 hp / 250 hp / 192–210 hp
Torque199 lb-ft / 280 lb-ft / N/A
DrivetrainFWD / AWD
Transmission8AT / eCVT
Fuel Economy (city/hwy)N/A
Cargo Capacity34.4–37.5 cu ft

Our Final Verdict

Ford Escape

Overall

3.8

Performance7.0
Features8.0
Comfort8.0
Quality and Styling8.0
Value7.0
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  • George J Meyer George J Meyer on Aug 31, 2019

    Looks good, but I hope Ford follows Toyota's example in publishing real, everyday EPA estimates of electric range and hybrid mileage figures - something they did not do when they introduced the then "all- new" Fusion and C-Max Hybrids, and Plug-in Hybrids in 2013. I got burnt personally by purchasing a Fusion Hybrid at the time, and angered when I learned that Ford had deliberately inflated the MPG figures. It took a class-action court case to make them admit it, and ultimately they were required to issue refund checks for gasoline to all Fusion Hybrid and C-Max affected owners. This time, I'd rather they be honest with their estimates from the time of the product's introduction, and if they must be off, do like Toyota, which has consistently delighted all it 's hybrid owners with actual mileage in the real world that EXCEEDS published PEA estimates. Then, no one will be leary of buying the new Escape once that word of mouth gets around, and is verified by the independent automotive magazine's. road tests.....

  • Steve & Pat Poulos Steve & Pat Poulos on Aug 31, 2019

    We ordered one sight unseen, going to take 6-8 weeks until they roll into Michigan. Hope Ford Motor offers some incentives to save us some money.

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