Comparison - Ford Escape SE 2021 - vs - Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL 2020

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Ford Escape SE 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

28,110

Updated:

28 Jan 2020

41,445

Updated:

13 Oct 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Star White metallic tri-coat

#FDFFFB

Rapid red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Bronze Fire Metallic

#B20F2A

Antimatter blue Metallic

#142F47

Iconic Silver metallic

#C7CAD0

Velocity BLUE metallic

#3A8EC6

Carbonized Gray metallic

#4F453E

Desert Gold Metallic

#D2CDB8

Color:

Deep black pearl

#000000

Platinum Gray Metallic

#686C6F

Tourmaline blue metallic

#063956

Aurora Red metallic

#D60118

Pure Gray

#9B9B9B

Pyrite Silver metallic

#9E9E98

Pacific Blue Metallic

#016BA6

Pure White

#FFFFFF

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2021 Ford Escape's #10 ranking is based on its score within the Compact SUVs category. Currently the Ford Escape has a score of 7.9 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 26 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
User-friendly infotainment system
Well-balanced ride and handling

Cons
Cheap cabin materials
Transmission sometimes hunts for the right gear

By:

usnews.com

Ford has expanded the availability of the hybrid powertrain to the SE and SEL trims for 2021; it's now standard on the top-spec Titanium model. Elsewhere, adaptive cruise control and a traffic-sign recognition feature join the optional Co-Pilot360 Plus package; a hands-free power liftgate and memory settings for the driver's seat and exterior mirrors are now part of the Technology package; and a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, a keyless-entry keypad, and LED exterior lighting are now on the list of features in the Convenience package. A new 19-inch wheel design is optional on the Titanium model, and a Class II Trailer Tow package is now available on Escapes with the optional turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.

Pros
Handsomely styled exterior, multiple powertrain options, safety tech comes standard.

Cons
Cheap interior on base models, rough-edged base three-cylinder engine, high starting price.

By:

caranddriver.com

For 2021 Hybrid powertrain now available on SEL trim.Traffic sign recognition added to models with adaptive cruise control.Minor shuffling of trim and package features.

Pros
Roomy and comfortable seating
Smooth ride quality
Easy-to-use controls
Available hybrid powertrain that gets around 40 mpg

Cons
Transmission's abrupt shifts
Lackluster handling

By:

edmunds.com

The Atlas Cross Sport is a stylish mid-size two-row SUV, but it's too similar to its three-row namesake to stand out from the crowd.

Pros
Spunky styling,
tons of available features,
roomy interior.

Cons
Ho-hum driving dynamics,
truncated cargo space,
shorter powertrain warranty than main rivals.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.All-new two-row midsize SUV based on the popular three-row Atlas.Introduces the first generation of the Atlas Cross Sport.

Pros
Spacious interior with straightforward cabin design
Good combination of athletic handling and everyday comfort
Stylish exterior design

Cons
Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6
Lower fuel economy than some competitors

By:

edmunds.com

The 2021 VW Atlas is a competent family hauler that assimilates into the daily routine without fuss.

Pros
Plenty of space
Good warranty
Good tech
Relative value among competitors
Solid powertrains

Cons
A little boring
Base touchscreen is on the small side
Not fuel-efficient
Cross Sport gets lost

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

26.00mpg

18.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

31.00mpg

23.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.50L

2.00L

Torque:

190ft-lbs

at 3 000rpm

258ft-lbs

at 1 600rpm

Horsepower:

181hp

at 6 000rpm

235hp

at 4 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

181.30in

195.50in

Width:

74.10in

78.30in

Height:

66.10in

67.70in

Front Track:

62.40in

Rear Track:

61.80in

Wheel Base:

106.70in

117.30in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.00

Rear Head Room:

39.30

Front Leg Room:

42.40in

Rear leg room:

40.70in

40.40in

Front Hip Room:

55.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.60in

Rear Hip Room:

53.30in

Rear Shoulder room:

56.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

65.40cu.ft

77.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

2000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

33.50cu.ft

40.30cu.ft

Curb Weight:

3474.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

1 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Premium Cloth

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

6 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments

Bucket front seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Leatherette

Rear Seats Features:

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Single Zone Front Air Conditioning

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

USB With External Media Control

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Memory Card Slot

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

17 In.

20 X 8.0 In.

Wheels more:

Painted Alloy Wheels

All Season Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

255.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R20

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Cornering Lights

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Equipment Group 200A

Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist

Cold Weather Package

SE Sport Appearance Package

Convenience Package

VW Care

Combination Assistance Kit

Roadside Assistance Kit

Exterior Options:

Splash Guards (VP)

Front License Plate Bracket

Wheel Locking Lug Nuts (VP)

Panoramic Vista Roof

Daytime Running Lights (Fleet)

Side Steps

Wheel Locks

Accessory Towing Kit

Hood Deflector

Roof Rack

Splash Guards

Interior Options:

8-Way Power Driver Seat (Fleet)

Cargo Area Protector (VP)

Easy Access Cargo Shade (VP)

Front And Rear Floor Liners

Rubber Mats Kit

Rearview Mirror W/HomeLink

Carpeted Mats

Luggage Net

Privacy Cover

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Dark Earth Gray, premium cloth

#4B4744

Sandstone, premium cloth

#CBC2BE

Color:

Titan Black, leatherette

#000000

Dark Beige, leatherette

#D9B382

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Comparison - Ford Escape SE 2021 - vs - Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL 2020

General

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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