2017 Ford Escape

Summary

vs. The Competition

The 2017 Ford Escape is currently rated #5 out of 12 overall in its category, beaten by the 2017 Hyundai Tucson for Compact SUV Cars.

It's a good car overall compared to others in the same category and beats more than half of its competition along the way.

Its Drivetrain and Fuel Tank Capacity win versus competitors, but its MPG loses against the competition.

vs. Other Years

Competitors

Which is better: Ford Escape or Toyota RAV4?

The Escape costs $1,160.00 less than the RAV4. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Chevrolet Equinox?

The Escape costs $650.00 more than the Equinox. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Nissan Rogue?

The Escape costs $70.00 less than the Rogue. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Subaru Forester?

The Escape costs $1,155.00 more than the Forester. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is losing in a head to head match up.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Kia Sportage?

The Escape costs $550.00 more than the Sportage. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or GMC Terrain?

The Escape costs $320.00 less than the Terrain. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Hyundai Tucson?

The Escape costs $1,050.00 more than the Tucson. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Mazda CX-5?

The Escape costs $295.00 less than the CX-5. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Honda CR-V?

The Escape costs $295.00 less than the CR-V. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Subaru Crosstrek?

The Escape costs $2,055.00 more than the Crosstrek. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.

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Which is better: Ford Escape or Jeep Patriot?

The Escape costs $5,710.00 more than the Patriot. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.

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2017 Ford Escape Specs & Details

Is This Car Good?
Overall Rating

Best Attribute
Drivetrain

Worst Attribute
MPG

Rating Feature Value Analysis
MSRP$23,750.00Good with 4 stars based on ratings
MPG23 city / 30 highway city / highwayBad with 1.5 stars based on ratings
DrivetrainFWD/4WDGood with 5 stars based on ratings
Horsepower168 to 245hpAverage with 2.5 stars based on ratings
Fuel Tank Capacity15.7 galgalGood with 4 stars based on ratings
Cargo Volume34cubic ft w/ seats in use, 68 w/oGood with 3.5 stars based on ratings
Seating Capacity5. Front seats good, rear seats not the biggest.Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings
Motor Trend Overall Rating3/5Bad with 2 stars based on ratings
Driver/Passenger InteriorDriver/Passenger InteriorAverage with 2.5 stars based on ratings