Ford Escape vs Ford Focus
Overview | |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$17,225 |
Average price$16,694 | Average price$9,105 |
Listings9051 | Listings4566 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryFor as red-hot and competitive as the economy-car segment is, success in this corner of the market is based on some pretty mundane variables. It comes down to things like fuel economy, price, number and location of cupholders, ride quality, and other items. It basically has to be economical, reliable transportation for the everyday commute. There are other nuances, such as the ease of use of its controls, but success in this segment requires automotive pragmatism at its best. It's through this lens that we consider the 2016 Ford Focus. This 4-door, 5-passenger small car has been refreshed for this model year, building off the success of the third-generation car, which debuted in 2011. That was the first car under the “One Ford” plan, under which one car is sold on multiple continents in multiple markets with minimal changes. The result of the plan was a car that was much more refined than the two generations before it and positioned the Focus for the past several years as the best American Small Car. That accolade is as much about the Focus’ refinement as it is about the deficiencies of American-made competitors, including the Dodge Dart and Chevrolet Cruze. A second-generation Cruze has recently been unveiled, but it’s still too early for us to render a verdict on that car. It is import rivals, such as the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and Hyundai Elantra, that pose the greatest threat to the new-look Focus. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine2.0L 160 hp I4 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower160 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name2.0L 160 hp I4 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque146 lb-ft @ 4450 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower160 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight2960 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height57.8 in |
Length180.1 in | Length178.7 in |
Width85.6 in | Width80.5 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase104.3 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,000 | $17,225 |
Average price | $16,694 | $9,105 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | For as red-hot and competitive as the economy-car segment is, success in this corner of the market is based on some pretty mundane variables. It comes down to things like fuel economy, price, number and location of cupholders, ride quality, and other items. It basically has to be economical, reliable transportation for the everyday commute. There are other nuances, such as the ease of use of its controls, but success in this segment requires automotive pragmatism at its best. It's through this lens that we consider the 2016 Ford Focus. This 4-door, 5-passenger small car has been refreshed for this model year, building off the success of the third-generation car, which debuted in 2011. That was the first car under the “One Ford” plan, under which one car is sold on multiple continents in multiple markets with minimal changes. The result of the plan was a car that was much more refined than the two generations before it and positioned the Focus for the past several years as the best American Small Car. That accolade is as much about the Focus’ refinement as it is about the deficiencies of American-made competitors, including the Dodge Dart and Chevrolet Cruze. A second-generation Cruze has recently been unveiled, but it’s still too early for us to render a verdict on that car. It is import rivals, such as the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and Hyundai Elantra, that pose the greatest threat to the new-look Focus. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 2.0L 160 hp I4 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 160 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 2.0L 160 hp I4 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 146 lb-ft @ 4450 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 160 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 2960 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 178.7 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 80.5 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 104.3 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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