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Vehicle Features
Comfort
- Heated driver and front passenger seat cushions - That’s hot.
Convenience
- Cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls.
- Smart device engine start control - Phone ahead.
- Power open and close liftgate - On-demand access.
- Keyfob engine start control - Get an early start.
Safety and Security
- Rear camera - Watching your back!
- Brake assist - Stop right there.
Technology and Telematics
- Smart device mirroring - Smartphone, meet smart car.
- Mobile hotspot - WiFi on the fly.
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2018 Ford Escape Expert Review
An expert perspective from Edmunds on this model year.
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Shopping for a small crossover presents a dizzying array of options, but the Ford Escape is a smart choice among a crop of great contenders. It offers a choice of three engines, an impressive voice-command interface, and cargo space that ranks near the top of the class. After a thorough update last year, the 2018 Escape offers a new trim level that bridges the gap between standard and luxury models.
The Escape offers optional all-wheel drive, respectable fuel economy, cargo space that ranks near the top of the class (only Toyota and Honda offer more) and an available hands-free power liftgate. You can outfit the Escape from comfortable casual (SE trim with no options) to rugged luxury (a loaded Titanium model that can breach $40,000). On the road, its agility instills a level of driver confidence that's rare in this class.
After a more comprehensive update last year that introduced a new four-cylinder engine and improved things such as smartphone integration (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto were introduced) and small-item storage (the lever-mounted parking brake was replaced with a button), the 2018 Escape now offers a SEL trim level that bridges the gap between the more mainstream SE model and the luxury fixings of the Titanium.
Overall, the Escape excels in some areas and falls short in others. With its turbo four-cylinder, quick (if twitchy) steering, and tight suspension, the Escape is one of the more engaging compact SUVs to drive, only outmatched by the Mazda CX-5. Large cargo space and an excellent tech interface are other advantages. On the other hand, the Escape isn't quite as refined as the Honda or Mazda, its "fun" engine is only available on its top trim level, and that "fun" engine doesn't return particularly impressive fuel economy. But generally we think the 2018 Escape's qualities outweigh its flaws and deserves a close look from anyone interested in a compact SUV.
What's it like to live with?
To learn more about the Ford Escape of this generation, read our updates from a full year and more than 20,000 miles of living with a Ford Escape SE. We cover everything from seat comfort to real-world reliability. We were impressed with the performance from the Escape's turbocharged 2.0-liter engine but think it falls short in many other areas. Get the full scoop from our long-term test. Note that while we tested a 2017 Escape, the 2018 Escape is of the same generation and all of our reporting still applies.
What stands out
- Quick acceleration from Titanium trim's turbocharged 2.0-liter engine
- Tech interface features advanced voice control, Apple/Android integration
- Steering and handling feel more like that of a car than SUV
- Useful space for cargo and small personal items
Things to consider
- The 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine lacks punch
- Dashboard design looks dated, and interior build quality is lackluster
- Poor fuel economy and range from the Titanium's turbo engine
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Safety technology explained
Enables the owner to set speed limits/alerts, audio system volume and satellite radio content restrictions for other drivers of the Escape.
Alerts the driver when the car starts to drift out of its lane by vibrating the steering wheel and adding correctional steering if needed.
Illuminates an indicator light in the side mirror when a vehicle enters the blind spot. Also includes integrated rear cross-traffic alert.
These are model-level technology descriptions, not confirmation that this specific vehicle has every feature.
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