Comparison - Ford Escape SEL 2018 - vs - Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 2018

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Ford Escape SEL 2018

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

CX-5 Maxx

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

29,450

Updated:

17 Mar 2018

30,945

Updated:

23 Feb 2018

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Front Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

15.70gals

15.30gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Canyon Ridge Metallic

#9E735B

Ingot Silver Metallic

#C0BFC4

Lightning Blue Metallic

#34496F

Magnetic Metallic

#646368

Oxford White

#DDDEDE

Shadow Black

#303030

White Gold Metallic

#BBB5AB

Color:

Deep Crystal Blue Mica

#343761

Snowflake White Pearl Mica

#E6E6E8

Eternal Blue Mica

#4D7FA6

Jet Black Mica

#000000

Machine Gray Metallic

#4A5575

Sonic Silver Metallic

#BBB9BA

Soul Red Metallic

#78191F

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 Ford Escape ranked #2 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Ford Escape has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 56 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Sporty handling
Premium interior with user-friendly tech
Good safety score and great predicted reliability rating
Above-average cargo space

Cons
Unimpressive fuel economy

By:

usnews.com

The Escape is fundamentally unchanged for 2018, but there are some tweaks to the lineup and to its standard-equipment offerings.The SEL comes standard with leather-trimmed seating, a power liftgate, heated exterior mirrors, an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and LED running lights.

Pros
Graceful turbocharged 2.0-liter engine,
smooth ride,
attractive and intuitive infotainment system.

Cons
Less rear-seat and cargo space than the class leaders,
turbo engines return mediocre fuel economy.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2018 Ford Escape has the road manners of another kind of car—but don't worry, it still works well as a crossover.

Pros
Tough-hatch lines
Ample cargo bin
Wonderfully taut handling
Tech options aplenty
Brisk 2.0-liter acceleration

Cons
Busy, space-robbing dash
Firm seats, if you’re not into that
Not much SUV, if you’re into that
Optimistic EPA ratings

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2018 Mazda CX-5 ranked #2 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Mazda CX-5 has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 27 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent handling
Comfortable, supportive seats
Upscale interior

Cons
Cumbersome infotainment system
Unimpressive cargo capacity

By:

usnews.com

As long as cargo space isn’t your main reason for buying a compact crossover, the 2018 Mazda CX-5 is an excellent, fun-to-drive choice.

Pros
Attractive styling inside and out
Poised chassis, communicative steering
Engine changes bode well for mpg
Good value, especially considering high spec level
Rear seats fold flat

Cons
Frustrating infotainment setup
Light cargo volume
Short on refinement

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2018 Mazda CX-5 largely carries over from the previous model year, when it was extensively redesigned. New for 2018 are such standard features as a leather-wrapped steering wheel and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Also new is cylinder-deactivation technology intended to improve fuel economy slightly. The 2.5-liter engine automatically shuts down the two outside cylinders at cruising speeds to maximize efficiency. Last year's Grand Select trim level has been discontinued for 2018.

PROS
Keen handling and steering make the CX-5 enjoyable to drive
Attractive and upscale cabin for a premium ownership experience
Stays quiet at highway speeds

CONS
Not as powerful as some rivals

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

22.00mpg

24.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

28.00mpg

30.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.50L

2.50L

Torque:

177ft-lbs

at 2 500rpm

186ft-lbs

at 4 000rpm

Horsepower:

179hp

at 6 000rpm

187hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.80Feet

36.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

178.10in

179.10in

Width:

72.40in

72.50in

Height:

66.30in

65.30in

Ground Clearance:

7.80in

7.50in

Front Track:

61.50in

62.80in

Rear Track:

61.60in

62.80in

Wheel Base:

105.90in

106.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.90

39.30

Rear Head Room:

39.00

Front Leg Room:

43.10in

41.00in

Rear leg room:

37.30in

39.60in

Front Hip Room:

54.50in

55.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

55.90in

57.10in

Rear Hip Room:

52.40in

55.30in

Rear Shoulder room:

55.20in

54.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

68.00cu.ft

59.60cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

2000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

34.00cu.ft

30.90cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

19.30degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.70degrees

Curb Weight:

3678.00lbs

3693.00lbs

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:

Heated mirrors

1 One-Touch Power Window

Remote Keyless Power Door Locks

4 one-touch power windows

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Bucket front seats

8 -way power passenger seat

8 -way power driver seat

Leather

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Height-Adjustable Driver Seat

4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Leather

Height-Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

8 -way power driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-level heating driver seat

Leather

Height adjustable driver seat

Bucket front seats

6-Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Reclining rear seats

Rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear ventilation ducts

Folding with storage center armrest

Reclining Rear Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

MacPherson strut front suspension

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Multi-link rear suspension

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Interior Air Filtration

Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

6 total speakers

6 Months of provided satellite radio service

Speed sensitive volume control

USB Connection

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Speed sensitive volume control

10 total speakers

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Bose premium brand speakers

Bose Premium Brand Stereo System

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

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 brakes

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:

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear height adjustable headrests

Airbag Deployment Notification

Rear center 3-point belt

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Turn signal mirrors

2 Front Headrests

3 Rear Headrests

4-Wheel ABS

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system

Rear Parking Sensors

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Self-Leveling Headlights

Pre-Collision Safety System

Post-Collision Safety System

2 Front Headrests

Airbag Deployment Notification

LED Headlamp

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Adaptive Headlights

4-Wheel ABS

Options

Packages:

1.5L EcoBoost Class II Trailer Tow Package

Equipment Group 300A

Safe And Smart Package

Sel Sport Appearance Package

GT Premium Package

Exterior Options:

Wheel Locking Lug Nuts (VP)

Splash Guards (VP)

Black Roof Rail Cross Bars

Power Panoramic Vista Roof

Roof Rails

Trailer Hitch

Wheel Locks

Front & Rear Bumper Trim Package

Rear Bumper Guard

Interior Options:

All Weather Floor Mats

Interior Cargo Cover

Cargo Area Protector

Smoker's Package (Fleet)

All-Weather Floor Mats

Cargo Net

Carpeted Cargo Mat

Illuminated Doorsill Trim Plates

Retractable Cargo Cover

Interior Lighting Kit

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Charcoal Black, cloth

#434343

Color:

#363636

Black, leather

#D0C9C6

Sand/Parchment, leather

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Comparison - Ford Escape SEL 2018 - vs - Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 2018

General

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

CX-5 Maxx

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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