Completely redesigned for 2020, the Ford Escape compact SUV now has a sportier look with performance and handling to match. The all-new Escape has the option of a hybrid powertrain and a plug-in hybrid will follow in spring 2020. Available in S, SE, SE Sport Hybrid, SEL, and Titanium trim levels, all with the option of all-wheel drive, there’s an Escape to suit you.
Exterior Styling
The Escape’s new wider, longer, and lower stance and the Mustang-inspired front fascia and grille make it look ready for action and set it apart from other SUVs. Underbody shrouding, sculpted doors, and stylish rear-end are all designed for optimal aerodynamic airflow. A lower beltline enables larger windows and improved visibility.
S trim sits on 17-inch steel wheels and offers configurable daytime running lights, LED signature lighting, black trim, power mirrors, a body-colored rear spoiler, and twin chrome tailpipes. SE models add alloy wheels, body-colored door handles and heated mirrors, and chrome trim. The SE Sport Hybrid features unique black trim, while the SEL gets 18-inch wheels, fog lamps, a hands-free power liftgate, and roof rails. Titanium adds LED fog lamps.
Interior Design
For improved versatility, the stylish interior of the Escape offers 60/40 split-folding rear seats with a unique sliding function that provides either best-in-class rear legroom or increased space for cargo. S models feature cloth seating, six-way driver’s seat adjustment, a 4.2-inch multi-information display, tilting and telescoping steering wheel, and a space saving rotary gear shift dial.
SE models have push-button start, 10-way power driving seat adjustment, and automatic climate control. The SE Sport Hybrid adds 12.3-inch customizable digital instrumentation and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, while the SEL offers faux leather seating, heated front seats and steering wheel, and driver’s seat memory. Titanium trim features dual-zone climate control, and leather seating with power passenger seat.
Power and Performance
The base engine for the Escape is a lively three-cylinder 1.5-liter turbo that generates 181 horsepower and 190 pound-feet of torque. Under the hood of the Titanium and an option for the SEL is a powerful and responsive turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. An eight-speed automatic transmission is mated to both engines.
The SE Sport Hybrid features a four-cylinder 2.5-liter engine paired with two electric motors generating 198 horsepower total output via a continuously variable transmission. Adding the Class 2 Trailer Tow Package gives you a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds with the 1.5-liter turbo which increases to 3,500 pounds with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost.
Technology
Standard FordPass Connect provides a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices. The Sync 3 multimedia system is offered in al but the S trim and features an 8-inch touch screen, Amazon Alexa and Waze compatibility, and smartphone integration.
Ford Co-Pilot 360 offers driver assist features such as blind spot monitoring, cross-traffic warning, lane keep assist, and pre-collision warning with autonomous braking. Titanium trim adds an auto-dimming rearview mirror, active parking assistance, and an optional head-up display.
Take a closer look at all of the superb features of the 2020 Ford Escape and compare trims at Palm Coast Ford.
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