Summary
vs. The Competition
The 2017 Ford Escape is currently rated #3 out of 12 overall in its category, beaten by the 2017 Honda CR-V 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 MSRP win versus competitors, but its Seating Capacity loses against the competition.
vs. Other Years
- This car costs $355 less than the 2019 model.
Competitors
Which is better: Ford Escape or Toyota RAV4?
The Escape costs $1,160.00 less than the RAV4. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
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.
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.
Which is better: Ford Escape or Subaru Forester?
The Escape costs $1,155.00 more than the Forester. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
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.
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.
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.
Which is better: Ford Escape or Mazda CX-5?
The Escape costs $295.00 less than the CX-5. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Ford Escape or Honda CR-V?
The Escape costs $295.00 less than the CR-V. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
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.
Which is better: Ford Escape or Jeep Patriot?
The Escape costs $5,710.00 more than the Patriot. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
2017 Ford Escape Specs & Details
Is This Car Good?
Overall Rating
Best Attribute
Drivetrain
Worst Attribute
Seating Capacity
| Rating | Feature | Value | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $23,750.00 | Good with 4.5 stars based on ratings | |
| MPG | 23 city / 30 highway city / highway | Bad with 2 stars based on ratings | |
| Drivetrain | FWD/4WD | Good with 5 stars based on ratings | |
| Horsepower | 168 to 245hp | Good with 3.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.7 galgal | Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Cargo Volume | 34cubic ft w/ seats in use, 68 w/o | Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Seating Capacity | 5. Front seats good, rear seats not the biggest. | Bad with 2 stars based on ratings | |
| Motor Trend Overall Rating | 3/5 | Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Driver/Passenger Interior |  | Good with 4 stars based on ratings |