Ford
Ford's most practical compact SUV — efficient, versatile, and PHEV-ready
The Ford Escape has been a compact SUV staple for over two decades, and the 2024 generation updates the formula with a 2.0L EcoBoost option delivering 250 hp, an available plug-in hybrid with 37 miles of electric range, and Ford Co-Pilot360 safety on every trim. Competitive with the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V but more driver-focused, the Escape offers genuine driving engagement in a segment that usually prioritizes practicality over fun.
181 hp starting at $28,640 is exceptional value.
Horsepower
181 hp
Handles daily driving comfortably — no complaints on the highway
Torque
190 lb-ft
Good for daily driving; handles light hills without strain
0–60 mph
7.9s
Average for this class — not slow, not quick
Top Speed
120 mph
Adequate top speed — comfortable on the highway
MPG City
30
In stop-and-go urban driving
MPG Hwy
38
At steady highway speeds
Est. monthly payment
$482/mo
Based on 60-month loan at 7.0% APR
America's best-selling vehicle for 47 years running
HP
400
0-60
5.5s
MPG
24 MPG
Starting at
$35,200
The world's best-selling SUV, now with plug-in power
HP
204
0-60
7.8s
EV Range
40 mi EV
Starting at
$31,895
Retro-futuristic design meets ultra-fast charging
HP
320
0-60
5.1s
Range
266 mi range
Starting at
$41,450