2021 Ford Escape vs 2022 Lexus GX
Overview | |
MSRP$25,555 | MSRP$56,125 |
Average price$21,598 | Average price$52,797 |
Listings2074 | Listings187 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews4.2 out of 10 |
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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. | |
2022 Lexus GX Reviews SummaryBased on the same rugged traditional body-on-frame SUV platform as the Toyota 4Runner, the 2022 Lexus GX is something akin to a Japanese Land Rover. Designed for maximum off-roading capability and only then refined for use as a luxurious daily driver, it has a standard V8 engine, standard four-wheel drive (4WD), and a standard unquenchable thirst for fuel. And though Lexus markets the GX as a three-row, seven-passenger SUV, it is best used to carry five people and 46.7 cubic feet of cargo behind its second-row seat. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 181 hp I3 | Engine4.6L 301 hp V8 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway19 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 181 hp I3 | Engine Name4.6L 301 hp V8 |
Torque | Torque329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway19 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3302 lbs | Curb Weight5130 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height74.2 in |
Length180.5 in | Length192.1 in |
Width85.6 in | Width74.2 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase109.8 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1315 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity6500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,555 | $56,125 |
Average price | $21,598 | $52,797 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 4.2 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. | Based on the same rugged traditional body-on-frame SUV platform as the Toyota 4Runner, the 2022 Lexus GX is something akin to a Japanese Land Rover. Designed for maximum off-roading capability and only then refined for use as a luxurious daily driver, it has a standard V8 engine, standard four-wheel drive (4WD), and a standard unquenchable thirst for fuel. And though Lexus markets the GX as a three-row, seven-passenger SUV, it is best used to carry five people and 46.7 cubic feet of cargo behind its second-row seat. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 181 hp I3 | 4.6L 301 hp V8 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
MPG City | 28 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 19 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 181 hp I3 | 4.6L 301 hp V8 |
Torque | 329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 19 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3302 lbs | 5130 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 74.2 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 192.1 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 74.2 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 109.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1315 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6500 lbs | |
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