Comparison - Ford Escape SEL 2018 - vs - Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2019

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Ford Escape SEL 2018

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

29,450

Updated:

17 Mar 2018

28,070

Updated:

12 Oct 2018

Car Type:

SUV

Car

Drive Type:

Front Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2019

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

1-speed Direct Drive

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

15.70gals

13.00gals

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:

Summit White

#E1EAEF

Mosaic Black Metallic

#0E0E0E

Sandy Ridge Metallic

#BC9E96

Cajun Red Tintcoat

#B50025

Iridescent Pearl Tricoat

#DDDDDB

Silver Ice Metallic

#9AA3AA

Shadow Gray Metallic

#616C76

Northsky Blue Metallic

#02526C

Pacific Blue Metallic

#3E85A4

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 2019 Chevrolet Malibu ranked #16 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Chevrolet Malibu has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 22 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Supple ride
Spacious seats
Easy-to-use infotainment system

Cons
Low-rent interior
Unsupportive seats

By:

usnews.com

For 2019, the Chevrolet Malibu actually offers all three: a bigger, restyled grille; a new RS model; and an all-new continuously variable automatic transmission. Known internally as VT40, it’s General Motors’ first CVT since 2005. That one, used primarily in Saturn brand vehicles, was problematic and had high failure rates, which led GM to offer an extended warranty.

Pros
Comfortable ride
CVT can mimic a traditional automatic.

Cons
No performance upgrades,
a good CVT is still a CVT.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2019 Chevrolet Malibu is a likeable sedan, but it requires some compromises when it comes to essential safety tech.

PROS
Good looks
Excellent performance from turbo engines
Thrifty hybrid
Excellent tech story

CONS
Active safety gear costs too much
Hardly engaging to drive
Dull interior
Light on personality

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

22.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

28.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.50L

1.80L

Torque:

177ft-lbs

at 2 500rpm

Horsepower:

179hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.80Feet

37.00Feet

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

194.20in

Width:

72.40in

73.00in

Height:

66.30in

57.90in

Ground Clearance:

7.80in

Front Track:

61.50in

Rear Track:

61.60in

Wheel Base:

105.90in

111.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.90

39.10

Rear Head Room:

39.00

37.50

Front Leg Room:

43.10in

41.50in

Rear leg room:

37.30in

38.10in

Front Hip Room:

54.50in

54.10in

Front Shoulder Room:

55.90in

58.50in

Rear Hip Room:

52.40in

53.40in

Rear Shoulder room:

55.20in

57.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

68.00cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

34.00cu.ft

13.00cu.ft

Curb Weight:

3678.00lbs

3366.00lbs

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

Premium Cloth

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

6 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Reclining rear seats

Rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Folding center armrest

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

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

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

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

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

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Post-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Options

Packages:

1.5L EcoBoost Class II Trailer Tow Package

Equipment Group 300A

Safe And Smart Package

Sel Sport Appearance Package

Leather Package

Convenience And Technology Package

Driver Confidence Package II

Portable Media Connectivity Package

Appearance Package

Convenience Package 2

Exterior Options:

Wheel Locking Lug Nuts (VP)

Splash Guards (VP)

Black Roof Rail Cross Bars

Power Panoramic Vista Roof

Front License Plate Bracket

Dark Chrome Horizontal Leading Edge Grille

Gray Front Fender Hash Mark W/Light Gray Outline

Custom Molded Front And Rear Splash Guards

Power Sunroof

Gloss Black Grille

Wheel Locks

Black Bowtie

Gray Front Fender Hash Mark W/Light Black Outline

Alternate Finish Mirror Caps

Gloss Black Emblems

Black Front Fender Hash Mark W/Red Outline

Interior Options:

All Weather Floor Mats

Interior Cargo Cover

Cargo Area Protector

Smoker's Package (Fleet)

First Aid Kit

All-Weather Floor Mats

Universal Tablet Holder

Sport Pedal Kit

Inside Rear Side-Window Sunshade

Collapsible Cargo Area Organizer

Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates

Premium Carpeted Floor Mats W/Camaro Logo

Illuminated Door Sill Plates

All-Weather Floor Liners-Front Only

Garage Door Opener

Front/Rear All-Weather Floor Liners

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Charcoal Black, cloth

#434343

Color:

Jet Black, premium cloth

#FFFFFF

Dark Atmosphere/Medium Ash Gray, premium cloth

#87888A

Jet Black, Leather

#000000

Dark Atmosphere/Medium Ash Gray, Leather

#FFFFFF

Dark Atmosphere/Light Wheat, Leather

#FFFFFF

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Comparison - Ford Escape SEL 2018 - vs - Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2019

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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