2020 Ford Explorer vs 2021 Ford Escape
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MSRP$32,765 | MSRP$25,555 |
Average price$28,898 | Average price$21,790 |
Listings3114 | Listings1986 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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2020 Ford Explorer Reviews SummaryFor nearly 30 years, the Ford Explorer has settled into the American lexicon like Cheerios. We've gobbled up millions of them, from the rock-crawling Eddie Bauers of the 1990s to the brand-new ST that can take down sports cars. The 2020 Explorer brings an all-new chassis, cranks up the technology, and introduces hybrid and high-performance powertrains in a space the size of a small living room. The Explorer's also getting very expensive while other automakers catch on to Ford's winning formula—for a lot less money. | |
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 | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
MPG City21 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 181 hp I3 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight3302 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height66.1 in |
Length198.8 in | Length180.5 in |
Width89.3 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,765 | $25,555 |
Average price | $28,898 | $21,790 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | For nearly 30 years, the Ford Explorer has settled into the American lexicon like Cheerios. We've gobbled up millions of them, from the rock-crawling Eddie Bauers of the 1990s to the brand-new ST that can take down sports cars. The 2020 Explorer brings an all-new chassis, cranks up the technology, and introduces hybrid and high-performance powertrains in a space the size of a small living room. The Explorer's also getting very expensive while other automakers catch on to Ford's winning formula—for a lot less money. | 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 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
MPG City | 21 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 3302 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | |
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