2021 Ford Escape vs 2020 Jeep Cherokee
Overview | |
MSRP$25,840 | MSRP$25,555 |
Listings400 | Listings326 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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2020 Jeep Cherokee 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 180 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6250 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City22 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 180 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Torque171 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6250 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.8 cu ft | Cargo Space37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3590 lbs | Curb Weight3302 lbs |
Height65.7 in | Height66.1 in |
Length182.0 in | Length180.5 in |
Width73.2 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase106.5 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1000 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,840 | $25,555 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
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 180 hp I4 | 1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6250 rpm | |
MPG City | 22 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 180 hp I4 | 1.5L 181 hp I3 |
Torque | 171 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6250 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.8 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3590 lbs | 3302 lbs |
Height | 65.7 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 182.0 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1000 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4500 lbs | |
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