The 2020 Ford Escape comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed automatic, electrically variable-speed automatic.The Ford Escape is fully redesigned.Hybrid version is back after a prolonged absence.Improved power and acceleration.
Pros Updated style and interior design Powertrain options range from sporty performance to efficient hybrid Sliding second-row seats improve passenger room and cargo utility Sleek, new rear liftgate design compromises some cargo capacity
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.
The 2020 Ford Escape was overdue for a redesign, but the new model trades style for powertrain choices.
Pros Lots of engine choices Clean interior design Good standard safety gear
Cons Light on cargo space We’re waiting for mpg ratings Bland styling
The 2020 Ford Escape's #7 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 20 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Optional infotainment system is user-friendly Lots of standard driver assistance features Two rows of adult-friendly seats Adept handling and comfortable ride
Cons Unimpressive interior materials Eight-speed transmission sometimes hunts for the correct gear
The 2020 Ford Escape takes a more refined tack, and brings its hybrid edition back into vogue.
Pros Three powertrain choices Shapely exterior Good standard safety gear Sliding second-row seat Hybrid priced below $30k
Cons Smaller than big rivals Interior trim needs an upgrade Top model? Top dollar Seats lack support
The 2020 Ford Escape comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic, 8-speed automatic.The Ford Escape is fully redesigned.Hybrid version is back after a prolonged absence.Improved power and acceleration.
Pros Updated style and interior design Powertrain options range from sporty performance to efficient hybrid Sliding second-row seats improve passenger room and cargo utility
Cons Sleek, new rear liftgate design compromises some cargo capacity
