Buick Rainier vs Ford Escape
Overview | |
Years produced2004-2007 | Years produced2001-Present |
MSRP$32,285 | MSRP$28,000 |
Listings1 | Listings1194 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
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. | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine4.2L 291 hp I6 | Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name4.2L 291 hp I6 | Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque277 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofOptional | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.8 cu ft | Cargo Space37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4417 lbs | Curb Weight3291 lbs |
Height74.5 in | Height66.0 in |
Length193.4 in | Length180.1 in |
Width75.4 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase113.0 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1133 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload1133 lbs | Standard Payload |
Maximum Towing Capacity6700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity6700 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2004-2007 | 2001-Present |
MSRP | $32,285 | $28,000 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 4.2L 291 hp I6 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.2L 291 hp I6 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque | 277 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.8 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4417 lbs | 3291 lbs |
Height | 74.5 in | 66.0 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 180.1 in |
Width | 75.4 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1133 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1133 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6700 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6700 lbs | |

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