If you’re in the market for a compact SUV, put the new Escape on your shortlist. Its roomy interior and peppy powertrains are designed to move you, while the latest advanced technology keeps you connected and safe along the way. Here is our list of the top four reasons to own a fully redesigned 2020 Ford Escape today.
1. Spacious Interior
The Escape’s passenger-friendly cabin offers spacious seating for five adults across both rows. Tall adults will feel comfortable riding in the back, and the driver’s seat is positioned to provide excellent visibility of the road ahead. The interior is decked out with soft-touch materials and durable, easy to clean hard plastics, and families with children in car seats will appreciate the new Escape’s two full sets of LATCH connectors.
The new Escape truly shines when it comes to cargo space. It touts a best-in-class maximum storage area of 65.4 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.
2. Outstanding Performance
The Escape is a fun-to-drive compact SUV with its sharp steering and smooth ride. It feels firmly planted without excessive body lean around turns, and its sporty suspension absorbs road imperfections well. When properly equipped, it can tow up to 3,500 pounds, and it’s available with all-wheel drive at every trim level.
A comfortable ride is just the beginning. This SUV delivers abundant power thanks to its standard turbocharged three-cylinder EcoBoost engine that’s good for 180-horsepower. If you want more pep out of your daily driver, opt for the available turbocharged four-cylinder that’s good for 250 ponies. This option delivers quick acceleration and an energetic feel. The Escape outperforms most rivals at the pump, earning 27 mpg in the city and 33 mpg highway.
3. User-Friendly Technology
Get Ford’s intuitive SYNC infotainment system with a 4.2-inch display and a USB port standard or move up the trim levels and get even more user-friendly technology. The SE trim features the innovative SYNC 3 connectivity that includes an 8-inch touch screen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, navigation, and a Wi-Fi hot spot. There’s also satellite radio and a 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen stereo system for concert-like sound.
4. Loads of Driver-Assistance Features
Your safety behind the wheel is one of Ford’s top priorities. That’s why the Escape is loaded with a slew of standard driver assistance features. You’ll appreciate lane keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and forward-collision warning. There’s also rear cross-traffic alert, pedestrian detection, and a rearview camera. Ford didn’t stop there. Get driver drowsiness monitoring and automatic emergency braking, all part of the Co-Pilot360 suite of features.
If that’s not enough to give you the confidence you want while cruising the roads, add a variety of available active safety features. These include rear parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, lane centering assist, a head-up display, evasive steering assist, and park assist.
Consider the redesigned 2020 Escape if you’re looking for a lively compact SUV that’s loaded with appealing amenities. Visit your nearest Ford showroom today and discover your own reasons to bring one home.
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