Ford

Ford Escape

Price $26,199 – $37,299
Fuel consumption 7.8 – 11.5 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 75%(view ratings)
The compact Escape is among the best-selling SUVs in Canada year after year, which says a lot about its versatility. With several powertrains available, including a turbocharged, 1.5-litre four cylinder with 179 horsepower as well as a turbocharged, 2.0-litre four cylinder producing 245 horsepower. All-wheel drive, SYNC 3 infotainment system, panoramic sunroof and leather upholstery are all available. Properly equipped, the Escape’s towing capacity can reach 1588 kilograms.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 75%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 7/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 7/10

What's new in 2018

N/A

Pros

  • Handling
  • Choice of engines
  • Power of the 2.0-litre
  • Automatic stop/start (1.5-litre and 2.0-litre)
  • Driving aide systems

Cons

  • Heavy vehicle
  • Barely enough power (1.5 litre)
  • Some options should be reviewed (1.5 litre)
  • Hefty price (2.0 litres)
  • No 40/20/40 bench

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