Ford Escape vs Ford Bronco Sport
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MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$31,695 |
Listings3455 | Listings7498 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryLaunched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight3458 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height70.4 in |
Length180.1 in | Length173.0 in |
Width85.6 in | Width82.2 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1170 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2200 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,000 | $31,695 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | Launched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 3458 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 173.0 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 82.2 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1170 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 2200 lbs |
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