Comparison - Ford Escape SEL 2018 - vs - Lexus NX 300 F SPORT 2018

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Ford Escape SEL 2018

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Other Names:

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

29,450

Updated:

17 Mar 2018

39,775

Updated:

17 Mar 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

15.90gals

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:

Eminent white pearl

#FAFAFA

Nebula Gray pearl

#3F3E40

Silver Lining Metallic

#A8A8A9

Atomic Silver

#7B7B75

Obsidian

#050507

Matador Red Mica

#7F1F2A

Autumn Shimmer

#653627

Blue Vortex Metallic

#653627

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

Unless the NX 300 F Sport's adjustable suspension and tighter seat bolstering are must-haves, we recommend sticking with the more comfortable NX 300. Add the Comfort package for its heated and ventilated front seats and blind-spot detection, and you'll have a well-equipped, quiet and refined luxury compact SUV.

PROS
Generous backseat room
Available power-folding rear seat
Cabin is very quiet at highway speeds

CONS
Remote Touch Interface can be distracting to use
Limited rear cargo volume

By:

edmunds.com

The 2018 Lexus NX ranked #11 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Lexus NX has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 34 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Lengthy list of standard tech and safety features
Ample legroom in both rows of seats

Cons
Frustrating infotainment controls
Small, restricted cargo space

By:

usnews.com

Pros
Striking looks,
improved spaciousness,
commendable ride quality,
excellent build and finish

Cons
Poor ergonomics,
difficult-to-use infotainment system

By:

cars.co.za

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

22.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

28.00mpg

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.50L

2.00L

Torque:

177ft-lbs

at 2 500rpm

258ft-lbs

at 1 650rpm

Horsepower:

179hp

at 6 000rpm

235hp

at 4 800rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.80Feet

39.80Feet

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

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

178.10in

182.60in

Width:

72.40in

73.60in

Height:

66.30in

64.80in

Ground Clearance:

7.80in

6.90in

Front Track:

61.50in

Rear Track:

61.60in

Wheel Base:

105.90in

104.70in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.90

37.40

Rear Head Room:

39.00

38.00

Front Leg Room:

43.10in

42.80in

Rear leg room:

37.30in

36.10in

Front Hip Room:

54.50in

55.10in

Front Shoulder Room:

55.90in

57.30in

Rear Hip Room:

52.40in

53.90in

Rear Shoulder room:

55.20in

55.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

68.00cu.ft

54.60cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

2000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

34.00cu.ft

17.70cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

16.80degrees

Angle of Departure:

24.00degrees

Curb Weight:

3678.00lbs

4050.00lbs

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

Heated mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

4 One-Touch Power Windows

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

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leatherette

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Reclining rear seats

Rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Folding Center Armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

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

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Leather Steering Wheel

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

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

8 Total Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

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

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Lane Departure Warning Accident Avoidance System

Airbag Deployment Notification

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance

4-Wheel ABS

Cornering Lights

Emergency Service

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

LED Headlamp

2 Front Headrests

3 Rear Headrests

Options

Packages:

1.5L EcoBoost Class II Trailer Tow Package

Equipment Group 300A

Safe And Smart Package

Sel Sport Appearance Package

Cold Weather Package

F SPORT Comfort Package

Premium F SPORT Package

Navigation Package

Exterior Options:

Wheel Locking Lug Nuts (VP)

Splash Guards (VP)

Black Roof Rail Cross Bars

Power Panoramic Vista Roof

Rear Bumper Protector

F SPORT 19-In Split-Six-Spoke Forged Alloy Wheels

Mudguards

Power Rear Door W/Kick Sensor

Power Tilt And Slide Moonroof

Door Edge Guards

LED Headlamps W/O Auto High Beams

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Body Side Moldings

Paint Protection Film By 3M

Alloy Wheel Locks

Power Back Door

Panoramic View Back Up Monitor

18" F SPORT Wheels W/Summer Tires

Premium Paint

Interior Options:

All Weather Floor Mats

Interior Cargo Cover

Cargo Area Protector

Smoker's Package (Fleet)

Electrochromic (Auto-Dimming) Inside Rear View Mirror W/Homelink Universal Transmitter

Carpet Cargo Mat

Cargo Net

Illuminated Door Sills

Key Gloves

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Charcoal Black, cloth

#434343

Color:

Creme Nuluxe with dark umber trim

#A08760

Flaxen Nuluxe with dark umber trim

#8E5F3F

Black Nuluxe with dark umber trim

#0C0E12

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Comparison - Ford Escape SEL 2018 - vs - Lexus NX 300 F SPORT 2018

General

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

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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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