2020 Dodge Journey vs 2021 Ford Escape
Overview | |
MSRP$23,675 | MSRP$25,555 |
Average price$17,818 | Average price$21,716 |
Listings578 | Listings2017 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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2020 Dodge Journey Reviews Summary | |
2021 Ford Escape Reviews SummaryThe Ford Escape is the Blue Oval’s compact crossover SUV, and one of the most important models in the automaker’s lineup. It competes in one of the most popular market segments of the moment, against popular vehicles like the Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Nissan Rogue, and Subaru Forester. Ford also views the Escape as the de facto choice for a large slice of its customers. After the automaker eliminated sedans and hatchbacks from its United States lineup, the Escape was left as the most logical choice for keeping existing Fusion and Focus owners in the Ford fold. So in a 2020 model year redesign, Ford gave the Escape more car-like styling, and emphasized fuel efficiency. Following that redesign, the 2021 Escape is largely unchanged. The only differences are new appearance packages and exterior colors, an available tow package, and slightly improved fuel economy for the base powertrain. The trim-level lineup of S, SE, SEL, and Titanium carries over as well. So while we didn’t get a chance to drive a 2021 Escape, we can evaluate it based on our experience with the 2020 model. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 172 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower172 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City19 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 172 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Torque165 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower172 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.7 cu ft | Cargo Space37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3818 lbs | Curb Weight3302 lbs |
Height66.6 in | Height66.1 in |
Length192.4 in | Length180.5 in |
Width83.7 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1482 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,675 | $25,555 |
Average price | $17,818 | $21,716 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.3 |
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Ford Escape is the Blue Oval’s compact crossover SUV, and one of the most important models in the automaker’s lineup. It competes in one of the most popular market segments of the moment, against popular vehicles like the Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Nissan Rogue, and Subaru Forester. Ford also views the Escape as the de facto choice for a large slice of its customers. After the automaker eliminated sedans and hatchbacks from its United States lineup, the Escape was left as the most logical choice for keeping existing Fusion and Focus owners in the Ford fold. So in a 2020 model year redesign, Ford gave the Escape more car-like styling, and emphasized fuel efficiency. Following that redesign, the 2021 Escape is largely unchanged. The only differences are new appearance packages and exterior colors, an available tow package, and slightly improved fuel economy for the base powertrain. The trim-level lineup of S, SE, SEL, and Titanium carries over as well. So while we didn’t get a chance to drive a 2021 Escape, we can evaluate it based on our experience with the 2020 model. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 172 hp I4 | 1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 172 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 19 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 172 hp I4 | 1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Torque | 165 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | |
Horsepower | 172 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.7 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3818 lbs | 3302 lbs |
Height | 66.6 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 192.4 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 83.7 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1482 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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