Ford Escape vs Volkswagen ID.4
Overview | |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$39,735 |
Average price$17,035 | Average price$27,891 |
Listings8995 | Listings5418 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased driving range to nearly 300 miles, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. However, it no longer includes complimentary DC fast charging for three years. Instead, you get up to 500 kWh of free charging, after which you’ll pay to play. Verdict: While the downgrade in free charging is a bummer, the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is not. With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s electric SUV need not make apologies. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity62 kWh |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name201 hp Electric |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity62 kWh |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space30.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight4317 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height64.5 in |
Length180.1 in | Length180.5 in |
Width85.6 in | Width72.9 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase108.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload959 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,000 | $39,735 |
Average price | $17,035 | $27,891 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | Thanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased driving range to nearly 300 miles, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. However, it no longer includes complimentary DC fast charging for three years. Instead, you get up to 500 kWh of free charging, after which you’ll pay to play. Verdict: While the downgrade in free charging is a bummer, the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is not. With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s electric SUV need not make apologies. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 62 kWh | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 201 hp Electric |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 62 kWh | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 30.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 4317 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 64.5 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 72.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 108.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 959 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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