Research 2018 Ford Escape by Gastonia NC
Vehicle Overview
When the Ford Escape debuted for the 2001 model year, the compact crossover SUV market was still in its infancy. However, with its ability to combine reasonable pricing with the styling and spaciousness of an SUV and the fuel economy and drivability of a four-door sedan, it became one of the nameplates that commercially and critically elevated the segment. The 2018 model year finds the Escape deep into its third generation of production. In addition to a few changes, the SEL trim joins the line-up: place above the base-level S and mid-tier SE and below the top-of-the-line Titanium.
Exterior
Standard exterior features on this 2018 vehicle include a body-color rear spoiler for bolstered aerodynamic performance, halogen headlights with automatic on/off ability for appropriate illumination according to outdoor light, and LED taillamps for brighter and longer-lasting illumination. Added on the SE are fog lamps for more penetrating illumination, roof rack side rails for extra cargo-carrying capability, a dual chrome exhaust system for increased emissions, and skid plates for undercarriage protection. The SEL and the Titanium have LED signature lighting on the headlights for a touch of style, as well as a power liftgate for easier operation of the platform to access the cargo area. On the Titanium, the roof rails have a silver finish, instead of painted black. In addition, only the Titanium has 18-inch aluminum wheels; the others ride on 17-inch ones.
Interior
The 2018 Ford Escape provides two rows of seats to accommodate up to five people. Passenger volume is measured at 98.7 cubic feet while cargo volume is measured at 34 cubic feet with the option of folding down the rear seats to expand it to double the space. Front seating includes a 6-way manually adjustable driver's seat, which is upgraded to 10-way power if you go with the SE trim. Upgrading to the SEL replaces the cloth seat trim with leather. And the Titanium gets 10-way power adjustability on the front passenger seat, heating ability on the steering wheel, and a memory system on the driver's seat. Comfort and convenience features start with an AM/FM radio tuner, six-speaker audio, a single-disc CD player with MP3 playback ability, remote keyless entry, and SYNC® infotainment integration. Added on the SE are dual-zone automatic climate control and SiriusXM® satellite radio service. The SEL and Titanium share an upgraded SYNC® communication system, which is known as SYNC® 3, as well as SYNC® Connect for a variety of remote-controlled functions such as door locking and unlocking and turning on the climate control system. Unique to the Titanium are auto-dimming ability on the rearview mirror to tame headlight glare from vehicles behind you, a smart key system with push-button engine start, remote start, a garage door opener, and a 10-speaker Sony sound system.
Performance
The S trim is powered by the 2.5-liter Duratec® inline 4-cylinder (I4), which produces 168 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. The SE and SEL share a smaller but more powerful 1.5-liter EcoBoost® I4, which produces 179 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. The Titanium gets the 2.0-liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost® I4, which was introduced for this model year. The most powerful of the three available engines, it supplies 245 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. Ford adds auto start-stop technology all trims but the S; with this feature, fuel economy is boosted because the engine does not unnecessarily eat gasoline, since it automatically shuts off when coming to a complete stop and picks back up once you let go of the gas pedal. Each engine comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission, which comes with SelectShift® gear control. Although front-wheel drive is standard, you can opt for an all-wheel drivetrain on all trims but the S. To achieve the vehicle's peak fuel economy of 23 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway, you will need to have a powertrain configuration that involves the 1.5-liter I4 and front-wheel drive. Max towing ability on the crossover is rated at 1,500 lbs. with the 2.5-liter, 2,000 lbs. with the 1.5-liter, and 3,500 lbs. with the 2.0-liter.
Mechanical
The crossover uses an independent suspension-with MacPherson struts in the front and double lateral link semi-trailing arms in the back-for absorbing bumps and dips in the road. Power four-wheel disc brakes keep distances nice and short. And electric power-assisted steering ensures sharp and precise turning and cornering.
Safety
For restraint and cushioning in the event of a crash, the 2018 Ford Escape has a driver's knee airbag, dual front impact airbags, dual side impact airbags, and dual side curtain airbags. Also standard on the crossover are a rearview camera, an SOS post-crash alert system, electronic vehicle stability control (AdvanceTrac®) with roll stability control, traction control, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with brake assist, curve control, blind spot mirrors integrated on the side mirrors, and the SecuriLock® theft-deterrent system. The SEL gets additional rear park assist to enhance the rearview camera's functionality, as well as daytime running lights for increased conspicuity on the road. On the Titanium, rear park assist is promoted to a sensor-based front and rear sensing system. Also, the Titanium has a beefier SecuriLock® system with the addition of a perimeter alarm and keyless-entry keypad.
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