![]() The 2005 Escape Hybrid was actually the first hybrid SUV. Our tester was that reborn hybrid, which has been out of the lineup since 2012. Much like the rest of Ford’s lineup, there are engine choices a-plenty 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbos, as well as a hybrid returning to the lineup, bringing a plug-in friend along with it. And if you squint just right, you can even see a little Mustang influence. ![]() Up front, a major change, where the outgoing Escape’s tall truck-inspired face has been replaced with a more rounded and swept-back nose. Body panels are much smoother than last gen, and there’s more rake to the back glass. Overall, it’s a much more refined experience behind the wheel.Īs to styling, this Escape really does favor a 5-door hatchback more than a traditional SUV. lighter, and comes with a new isolated rear sub-frame that smooths out the ride, especially over large bumps, without sacrificing handling. The Escape, and its chassis mate Lincoln Corsair, are a key part of Ford’s plan going forward, as both brands transition out of 4-door sedans.Įscape was again co-developed with Ford of Europe where it is known as the Kuga but even more priority was placed on making it drive more like a car and less like an SUV.ĭepending on fitment, the new Escape is about 200-lbs. But, as things have progressed, crossovers like this 2020 Ford Escape, are embracing the role of just being incredibly practical 5-door cars. The first round of upstart crossovers, including the original Ford Escape, put a high priority on rugged looks and off-pavement abilities, despite rolling on front-wheel-drive car chassis’. 19 years later, and it’ time for a 4th generation Escape, and given Ford’s pledge to focus mostly on trucks and SUVs, this Escape could change how we look at crossovers forever. Ford’s original 2001 Escape was a joint venture with Mazda in response to the unexpected success of the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, and it has been very competitive with them ever since. Crossovers as we know them haven’t really been around that long.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |