Ford Escape
The Escape received a styling refresh for 2017. Its body was modernized while a cabin overhaul made it more practical and user-friendly. The base engine is a 168-horsepower, 2.5-litre four cylinder. There are two other available engines, both turbocharged: a 179-horsepower, 1.5-litre four and a 245-horsepower, 2.0-litre four, the second of the two paired with standard all-wheel drive. Several electronic safety driving aids come standard.
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2021 Ford Escape PHEV: The Greatest Escape
2021 Ford Escape PHEV: The Greatest EscapeOne of the highlights of the latest-generation Ford Escape is the addition of a plug-in hybrid variant offering 60 kilometres of EV range. After an extremely long and frustrating wait, the model is finally starting to arrive in dealerships. Production started last month following multiple delays caused by the COVID-19 …
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2021 Ford Escape: Five Things to Know
2021 Ford Escape: Five Things to KnowThe Ford Escape is a popular vehicle in Canada, though not as much as it once was. Now in its fourth generation, this compact SUV faces extremely tough competition. Here are five things you need to know about the 2021 Ford Escape… Four Powertrain Options The Ford Escape offers a …
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Compact SUVs Struggle Mightily in IIHS’ New Side Crash Test
Compact SUVs Struggle Mightily in IIHS’ New Side Crash TestThe U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has completed new, tougher side crash tests to address higher-speed crashes that continue to cause fatalities and found out that 19 out of 20 compact SUVs failed to earn a “Good” overall rating. The lone exception? The 2021 Mazda CX-5 . Nine …
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Exclusive Uh-oh, Ford Escape PHEV Delayed Yet Again
Exclusive Uh-oh, Ford Escape PHEV Delayed Yet AgainBad news for customers who have ordered a copy of the new Ford Escape PHEV: The Car Guide has learned that production is delayed yet again. Now, the plug-in hybrid variant of the Escape is slated to begin its journey on the assembly line in August at Ford ’s Louisville, …
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Ford Escape PHEV: Finally There’s Light at the End of the Tunnel
Ford Escape PHEV: Finally There’s Light at the End of the TunnelIt’s safe to say the market launch of the Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid has been a long tunnel for both the automaker and customers. But two years after the initial announcement, there is finally light at the end of the tunnel. Last year, of course, was filled with major setbacks …
Electric
Several EV Models Now Under Investigation for Fire Risks
Several EV Models Now Under Investigation for Fire RisksElectric vehicle technology is progressing quite rapidly, but there are still a number of issues automakers and battery suppliers need to address. Have you ever heard of EVs catching fire for some obscure reasons, whether after a crash or while charging? Accounts of incidents like these are sometimes pretty alarming.
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Ford Escape PHEV to Enter Production in 2021 Instead of 2020
Ford Escape PHEV to Enter Production in 2021 Instead of 2020The next-generation Ford Escape —including its hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants—was originally introduced in early spring of 2019 as a 2020 model. And yet, 18 months later, the Escape PHEV still keeps customers waiting. In fact, production of this model won’t start until January 2021. Ford Authority reported the news …
Recalls
Ford to Recall 700,000 Vehicles in North America
Ford to Recall 700,000 Vehicles in North AmericaFord is issuing a safety compliance recall that affects approximately 700,000 vehicles across North America including 76,566 in Canada. Apparently, there is insufficient electrical conductivity within the printed circuit board internal to the rear-view camera, causing the latter to intermittently display a blank or distorted image. Affected vehicles include the …
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Three-row Ford Escape Reportedly in the Works
Three-row Ford Escape Reportedly in the WorksFord is still planning to hit the market with a three-row Escape that would accommodate up to seven people, but that model may not be available in North America, according to enthusiast website Ford Authority . Currently in development under the codename CX430, the longer-wheelbase Ford Escape will share its …
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New 2020 Escape Not Rugged Enough? Wait for the “Baby Bronco”
New 2020 Escape Not Rugged Enough? Wait for the “Baby Bronco”The 2020 model year is going to be a big one for Ford and its SUVs. First we saw the 2020 Explorer at Detroit’s North American International Auto Show earlier this year, followed by a special event in Greenfield Village for the launch of the 2020 Escape at the end …
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MOTORING TV: Compact Crossover of the Year for 2017
MOTORING TV: Compact Crossover of the Year for 2017Motoring TV recently held its 1 hour Car of the Year Special on the TSN network where we picked the best in class for 2017. Here are the nominees and winner in the Compact Crossover category. (This segment originally appeared on Motoring TV 2017 episode #6) …
Los Angeles
2017 Ford Escape Unveiled at LA Auto Show
2017 Ford Escape Unveiled at LA Auto Show2017 Ford Escape Unveiled at LA Auto Show. The Escape gets refinements and stylistic updates to draw it closer to the other models in Ford’s family of SUVs. More on http://www.guideautoweb.com/en/articles/36183/ …
