2026 Ford Escape® Review | Cargo Space, Colors, & Engine Specs at Westfield Ford

You’ll find fuel-efficient performance, next-level tech, and a family-friendly design in the sporty 2026 Ford Escape®. This two-row compact crossover SUV has all the commute essentials you need, including innovative safety features and an adaptable interior. Continue reading this 2026 Ford Escape review created for you by the team at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL, to learn more.

When you’re ready to take the next step, browse through our available inventory, find your ideal Escape, and experience it firsthand through a test drive. Be sure to also see if any of our Escape offers interest you. If you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact us online or over the phone at (866) 306-5556.

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2026 Ford Escape Interior Features & Cargo Space Available

The 2026 Ford Escape features a comfortable and convenient interior with amenities sure to enhance your and your family’s driving experience. Enjoy a selection of premium seat upholstery options, including unique cloth, vinyl and cloth, or ActiveX®. Stay warm during the winter with help from the available heated front seats, and regulate interior temperatures with available dual-zone automatic temperature control. Handle all your storage needs with a maximum of 37.5 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seat, or fold it down and unlock a total maximum of 65.4 cubic feet.

Available interior features include:

  • Unique cloth, vinyl/cloth, or ActiveX seat upholstery
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat with memory
  • Six-way power front passenger’s seat
  • Heated sport contour front bucket seats
  • Heated, flat-bottom, sport-style steering wheel
  • Rear 60/40-split folding and sliding bench seat
  • Dual-zone automatic temperature control
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
2026 Ford Escape Interior Front Seating Side View
2026 Ford Escape Interior Cargo Space

2026 Ford Escape Model Options Offered

  • Active™ $30,350*
  • ST-Line $31,195*
  • ST-Line Select $33,890*
  • Plug-in Hybrid $35,400*
  • Platinum® $36,215*
  • ST-Line Elite $37,210*

*Starting MSRP

2026 Ford Escape Colors Available

  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Vapor Blue Metallic
  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Space Silver Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Star White Metallic Tri-coat

2026 Ford Escape Engines & Performance

With a selection of four unique engines, the 2026 Ford Escape has a versatile selection of performance capabilities for you to consider. If you’re looking for efficient power, consider the standard 1.5L EcoBoost® inline three-cylinder (I3) or 2.0L EcoBoost inline four-cylinder (I4) engines, which provide 180 and 250 horsepower, respectively. If you’re looking for impressive fuel economy, consider the 2.5L hybrid I4 engine, which achieves up to 42 city MPG, or the 2.5L plug-in hybrid I4 engine, with 101 combined MPGe. The Ford Escape can tow up to 3,500 pounds when equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost I4 engine.

View engine specifications in the following table.

Engine 1.5L EcoBoost I3 2.0L EcoBoost I4 2.5L hybrid I4 2.5L plug-in hybrid I4
Horsepower 180 HP 250 HP 192 HP 210 HP
Torque 199 lb.-ft. 280 lb.-ft. 155 lb.-ft. 155 lb.-ft.
Transmission Eight-speed automatic Eight-speed automatic eCVT eCVT
Drivetrain FWD / AWD AWD FWD / AWD FWD
MPG (City/Hwy) 27 / 34 23 / 31 42 / 36 101 combined MPGe
Max. Towing 2,000 lbs. 3,500 lbs. 1,500 lbs. 1,500 lbs.

2026 Ford Escape Technology & Safety Features

The 2026 Ford Escape is packed with advanced connectivity and safety features ready to enhance every commute. You’ll be able to access your favorite apps and features through the SYNC® 4 infotainment system, which is paired with either an 8- or 13.2-inch touchscreen. On every drive, you can utilize wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Wi-Fi® hotspot capability, and navigation. If you’re looking to experience next-level audio, consider the ten-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®.

The standard Ford Co-Pilot360® technology enhances your confidence with BLIS® (blind spot information system), Pre-Collision Assist®, and a lane keeping system. The available intersection assist and evasive steering assist are ready to deliver enhanced driver assistance capabilities in everyday driving situations. Elevate your vision with the standard rearview camera and bring it to the next level with the available 360-degree view camera.

Available technology features include:

  • Ice Blue® instrument panel cluster lighting
  • 8- or 12.3-in. driver information display
  • Six speakers or ten-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen
  • SYNC 4 with 8- or 13.2-in. touchscreen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • FordPass® Connect with 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability
  • SiriusXM® with 360L capability
  • Connected navigation
  • Wireless charging pad
  • Universal garage door opener
  • Remote start system
  • Intelligent Access with push-button start

Available safety features include:

  • Ford Co-Pilot360 technology
    • BLIS with rear cross-traffic braking
    • Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, and dynamic brake support
    • Lane-keeping system
    • Rearview camera
    • Auto high-beam headlamps
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane centering, and predictive speed assist
  • Intersection assist
  • Evasive steering assist
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Digital rearview camera
  • Perimeter alarm
  • Pedestrian alert sounder
  • 360-degree view camera

2026 Ford Escape FAQs

Which powertrains are available on the 2026 Ford Escape?

The 2026 Ford Escape has two gas engines, one hybrid engine, and one plug-in hybrid engine for you to choose from.

What’s the towing capacity and cargo space of the 2026 Ford Escape?

The 2026 Ford Escape can tow up to 3,500 pounds with the 2.0L EcoBoost I4, and it has a maximum cargo volume of 65.4 cubic feet.

2025 Ford Escape® Review | La Grange, IL

With eye-catching design and exciting features, the 2025 Ford Escape® is a versatile SUV great for handling your family’s driving needs. The Ford Escape features a comfortable interior, a selection of different powertrains, and the latest safety and infotainment technologies. Continue reading this 2025 Ford Escape review created by the team at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL, to learn more, or check out our Escape trims guide for details on each model.

If you’re near La Grange, IL, you can find your Ford Escape in our inventory. You can put your current vehicle towards your new Ford Escape with a trade-in, using our value trade-in tool. We also offer a wide range of other services, including ordering key parts from our parts center and scheduling maintenance and repair at our service center. Feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (866) 306-5556 if you have any questions.

2025 Ford Escape Interior Design & Cargo Space

The 2025 Ford Escape has a versatile two-row seating configuration which can seat up to five passengers. Find comfort with the available cloth, vinyl and cloth, or ActiveX® seat upholstery and available front heated seats. To brighten up the cabin or bring in fresh air, consider the panoramic Vista Roof®. Easily access your storage area with an available power liftgate and utilize up to 65.4 cubic feet of cargo volume. Available interior features include:

  • Unique cloth, vinyl and cloth, or ActiveX seat upholstery
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat
  • Six-way power front passenger’s seat
  • Heated front seats and steering wheel
  • Rear 60/40 split-folding bench seat
  • Panoramic Vista Roof with power shade
  • Dual-zone automatic temperature control
  • Intelligent Access with push-button start
  • Remote start system
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Power liftgate

2025 Ford Escape Engine Specs

With four distinct choices, the 2025 Ford Escape has versatile engine options for a wide range of performance needs. The 1.5L EcoBoost® inline three-cylinder (I3) and 2.0L EcoBoost inline four-cylinder (I4) gas engines provide respectable power and towing capabilities, and both are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. If you’re looking to boost your fuel efficiency, consider the 2.5L hybrid I4 or 2.5L plug-in hybrid I4 engines, which are equipped with an electronic continuously variable transmission (eCVT). View engine specifications in the following table.

Engine

1.5L EcoBoost I3

2.0L EcoBoost I4

2.5L hybrid I4

2.5L plug-in hybrid I4

Horsepower

180 HP

250 HP

192 HP

210 HP

Torque

199 lb.-ft.

280 lb.-ft.

155 lb.-ft.

155 lb.-ft.

Transmission

Eight-speed automatic

eCVT

Drivetrain

FWD / AWD

FWD

Max. Towing

2,000 lbs.

3,500 lbs.

1,500 lbs.

1,500 lbs.

2025 Ford Escape Safety & Technology

The 2025 Ford Escape is packed with innovative safety features to enhance your everyday driving experience. You can utilize the standard features in the Ford Co-Pilot360® technology suite, including Pre-Collision Assist®, a lane-keeping system, and BLIS® (blind spot information system). More advanced and specialized features are available, including evasive steering assist for enhanced collision avoidance and a 360-degree camera giving you next-level visibility. Available safety features include:

  • Ford Co-Pilot360 technology
    • BLIS with rear cross-traffic braking
    • Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, and dynamic brake support
    • Lane-keeping system 
    • Rearview camera
    • Auto high-beam headlamps
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane centering, and predictive speed assist
  • Intersection assist
  • Evasive steering assist
  • Rear parking sensors 
  • Digital rearview camera
  • Remote start system
  • Perimeter alarm
  • 360-degree camera with splitview
  • Lane-centering assist
  • Reverse brake assist

Enjoy intuitive connectivity at your fingertips in the Ford Escape. You can connect through the SYNC® 4 infotainment system and access key features, like Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Wi-Fi® hotspot capability. Enjoy a next-level music experience for the whole family with the available ten-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®. To help keep your eyes on the road, consider the available head-up display, which keeps key vehicle information in sight. Available technology features include:

  • Ice Blue® instrument cluster lighting
  • 8- or fully-digital 12.3-in. instrument cluster
  • Six speakers or ten-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen
  • SYNC 4 with 8- or 13.2-in. touchscreen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • FordPass® Connect with 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability
  • SiriusXM® with 360L capability
  • Head-up display
  • Universal garage door opener
  • Wireless charging pad

2025 Ford Escape Exterior Color Options

  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Space Silver Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Vapor Blue Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Star White Metallic Tri-coat

2025 Ford Escape Trim Levels

  • 2025 Ford Escape Active™ – Starting at $27,995 MSRP
  • 2025 Ford Escape ST-Line – Starting at $28,990 MSRP
  • 2025 Ford Escape ST-Line Select – Starting at $32,230 MSRP
  • 2025 Ford Escape Platinum® – Starting at $35,545 MSRP
  • 2025 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite – Starting at $36,540 MSRP
  • 2025 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid – Starting at $38,400 MSRP

2024 Ford Escape® Review

The two-row compact crossover 2024 Ford Escape® is a great choice for taking on your everyday bustle and commuting with sporty style and modern technology. Harness an efficient engine, comfortable interior amenities, and handy technology when you get behind the wheel of this modern SUV. You can learn all about what to expect by reading through this 2024 Ford Escape review created by the team at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL.

To find out about what each model entails, you can check out our trims guide. If you’re ready to take the next step, browse through our available inventory and find your favorite Ford Escape. We’re ready to help you through the car-buying process, so feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (866) 306-5556.

The 2024 Ford Escape starts at $29,345 MSRP.

2024 Ford Escape Exterior

The eye-catching exterior of the 2024 Ford Escape is supplemented by helpful features sure to enhance your driving experience. LED exterior lighting available in a variety of configurations allows you to see and be seen on the road, while an available power liftgate assists in accessing your cargo area. You can also tailor your style to your tastes by finding the right wheel option. Available exterior features include:

  • 17-, 18-, or 19-in. wheels
  • LED reflector headlamps and fog lamps
  • Configurable daytime running lamps
  • Heated side view mirrors with memory
  • Rear spoiler
  • Power liftgate
  • Dual chrome exhaust tips
  • Unique rear skid plate
  • Roof rack side rails
  • Rain-sensing front wipers

2024 Ford Escape Interior Features

Inside the 2024 Ford Escape you’ll find premium accommodations and intuitive technology. With two rows of seating, the Ford Escape can seat up to five passengers, with a comfortable leg room of 42.4 inches in the front, and 40.7 inches in the back. You can also access up to 65.4 cubic feet of cargo volume when the second-row seat is folded down. Available interior features include:

  • Cloth, vinyl and cloth, or ActiveX™ seat upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat with memory
  • Six-way power front passenger’s seat
  • Second-row sliding seats with 60/40 split-fold function
  • Dual-zone automatic temperature control
  • 12.3-in. full digital instrument cluster
  • SYNC® 4 infotainment system with 13.2-in. touchscreen
  • Wireless charging pad

2024 Ford Escape Specs

The 2024 Ford Escape has four versatile engine options which cover a wide range of needs, from increased horsepower to incredible fuel efficiency. The standard 1.5L EcoBoost® three-cylinder engine provides a balanced performance, while the 2.0L EcoBoost four-cylinder engine offers greater horsepower and torque. If you want to utilize hybrid energy, a standard hybrid and a plug-in hybrid engine are available and achieve incredible MPG. All engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. See how the engines compare to each other in the following table.

Engine

1.5L EcoBoost I3

2.0L EcoBoost I4

Hybrid 2.5L Atkinson-cycle I4

Plug-in hybrid 2.5L Atkinson-cycle I4

Horsepower

180 HP

250 HP

192 total HP

210 total HP

Torque

199 lb.-ft.

280 lb.-ft.

155 lb.-ft.

155 lb.-ft.

MPG (city/hwy)

27 / 34

23 / 31

42 / 36

101 combined

2024 Ford Escape Trim Levels

  • 2024 Ford Escape Active™ – Starting at $29,345 MSRP
  • 2024 Ford Escape ST-Line – Starting at $30,340 MSRP
  • 2024 Ford Escape ST-Line Select – Starting at $34,040 MSRP
  • 2024 Ford Escape Platinum – Starting at $37,465 MSRP
  • 2024 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite – Starting at $38,460 MSRP
  • 2024 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid – Starting at $40,500 MSRP

2024 Ford Escape Colors

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray
  • Vapor Blue Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Race Red
  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Star White Metallic Tri-coat
  • Vapor Blue Metallic

2023 Ford Escape® Review

Step into a sporty two-row SUV in the 2023 Ford Escape®, and breathe new life into your daily commutes, your big road trips, and wherever you travel in between. Enjoy a comfortable interior, efficient engine options, and forward-thinking safety technology. To learn more about this versatile SUV, continue reading this 2023 Ford Escape review created by the team at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL. 

To see the specifics of each trim, check out our trims guide. When you’re ready to take the next step, browse through our inventory and find your dream Escape. If you need any help during the car-buying process, feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (708) 354-8600.

The 2023 Ford Escape starts at $28,000 MSRP.

2023 Ford Escape Specs

The 2023 Ford Escape, depending on the trim you select, will have one of four engines — two traditional gas engines with auto start/stop technology, a hybrid engine, and a plug-in hybrid engine. The gas engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, while the hybrid engines have an electronic continuously variable transmission (eCVT). The Ford Escape can be equipped with either front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). Compare the engines in the following chart:

Engine

1.5L EcoBoost® I3

2.0L EcoBoost I4

Hybrid 2.5L I4

Plug-in Hybrid 2.5L I4

Horsepower

180 HP

250 HP

163 HP / 192 total system HP

163 HP / 210 total system HP

Torque

199 lb.-ft.

280 lb.-ft.

155 lb.-ft.

155 lb.-ft.

Max. Towing

2,000 lbs.

3,500 lbs.

1,500 lbs.

1,500 lbs.

MPG (city/hwy)

27 / 34

23 / 31

42 / 36

N/A

2023 Ford Escape Interior Features

Enjoy relaxing delights in the interior of the 2023 Ford Escape, with premium seating appointments and intuitive technology. Recline into available leather seats while enjoying your favorite music through the available Bang & Olufsen® ten-speaker audio system, while staying comfortable with heated seats or a sunroof. Other available interior features include: 

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Cloth, partial vinyl and cloth, or leather-trimmed seats
  • Heated front seats
  • Six-way manual or eight- or ten-way power driver’s seat
  • Four-way manual or six-way power front passenger’s seat
  • 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat
  • Panoramic Vista Roof®
  • Premium-wrapped steering wheel
  • Auto-dimming rear view mirror
  • Ice Blue® instrument panel cluster lighting
  • 8-in. LCD or 12.3-in. full digital instrument cluster
  • SYNC® 4 infotainment system with 8- or 13.2-in. touchscreen
  • Six- or Bang & Olufsen ten-speaker audio system
  • Wireless charging pad

2023 Ford Escape Colors

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Atlas Blue Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Cinnabar Red Metallic
  • Vapor Blue Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Star White Metallic Tri-coat

2023 Ford Escape Trim Levels

  • 2023 Ford Escape Base – Starting at $28,000 MSRP
  • 2023 Ford Escape Active™ – Starting at $29,345 MSRP
  • 2023 Ford Escape ST-Line – Starting at $30,340 MSRP
  • 2023 Ford Escape ST-Line Select – Starting at $34,040 MSRP
  • 2023 Ford Escape Platinum – Starting at $37,465 MSRP
  • 2023 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite – Starting at $38,460 MSRP
  • 2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid – Starting at $40,500 MSRP

2023 Ford Escape Safety

The 2023 Ford Escape utilizes the Ford Co-Pilot360™ suite of technologies among other systems to assist you in keeping your most precious cargo, your passengers, safe. Drive with better awareness of your surroundings by utilizing sensors and cameras, and gain peace of mind with advanced driver assistance technology. Available safety features include:

  • Rear view camera
  • Intelligent adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, lane centering, and speed sign recognition
  • Lane-keeping system 
  • BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert
  • Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, and dynamic brake support
  • Auto high beam headlamps
  • Post-collision braking
  • AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) 
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Evasive steering assist
  • Active park assist
  • SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
  • SecuriCode® keyless-entry keypad
  • Head-up display

New 2026 Ford Escape For Sale in Countryside, IL

When you’re ready to take the next step, find the new Ford Escape for sale at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL. Check out what exciting models we have for you to choose from inventory selection, find your family the SUV versatility it needs, and consider scheduling a test drive. If you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact us online or over the phone at (866) 306-5556.

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