2021 Ford Escape Release Date, Changes, Specs

2021 Ford Escape is coming with new SEL trim level and revise feature availability. This car is being the part of the 3rd Escape generation which has been introduced since 2013. It offers more up-to-date tech interface features advanced voice control such as Apple CarPlay and Android integration.

This car is really suitable for your family car which has useful space for cargo and small personal items. But, it has some lacks also such as the poor fuel economy and range from the Titanium’s turbo engine, the dashboard design which looks dated, and the interior build quality which is lackluster.

2021 Ford Escape Design and Features

Overall look of this new Ford Escape is simple and elegant with sharp look on the front. It is offering a new trim level that bridges the gap between the standard and luxury model version. This new car has four trim levels as below detail specifications:

• The S is coming with standard features which is including 17-inches steel wheels, MyKey parental controls, automatic headlights, air-conditioning, cruise control, height-adjustable driver seat, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, 60/40-split floding and reclining rear seat, rearview camera, 4.2-inches central display, the Sync tech interface with AppLink smartphone integration, six-speaker sound system, Bluetooth, and USB port.
• The SE is getting additional chrome exterior trim, roof rails, sound-reducing window glass, foglights, rear privacy glass, keyless entry keypad, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, dual-zone automatic climate control, eight-way power adjustable driver seat, upgraded cloth upholstery, heated front seats, satellite radio, and rear center armrest.
• The SEL has the same equipment as SE trim with adds a power liftgate, leather upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, rear parking sensors, the Sync 3 tech interface, and power-adjustable side mirrors with heating.
• The Titanium is available with 18-inches wheel, keyless entry and ignition, hands-free power liftgate, ambient interior lighting, remote start, xenon headlights, auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated and 10-way power-adjustable front seats, navigation system, 10-speaker Sony audio system with HD radio, automated parallel and perpendicular parking feature, also front and rear parking sensors.

2021 Ford Escape Performance

This new Ford Escape gets different engine for each trim level. The S trims is available with 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine which can produce power up to 168 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. It is supported with six-speed automatic transmission system and front-wheel drive

The SE and SEL is powered by turbocharged 1.5-liter engine which can create power up to 179 horsepower and 177 lb-feet of torque. The Titanium is available with turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder which can create power up to 245 horsepower and 275 lb-feet of torque and supported by six-speed automatic transmission.

2021 Ford Escape Price and Ratings

The price of this new Ford Escape is starting at $23.940 up to $33.490. Overall reviews, it is a smart choice among crop of great contenders. The ratings for this new 2021 Ford Escape is 8.5 out of 10 score.