What's New in the 2021 Ford Escape?
There are no significant changes on the new Ford Escape, but the features list has been greatly reshuffled. The various packages offered have added new features which were previously not available. Safety-wise, the CoPilot360 Assist Plus gains the adaptive cruise control feature. The Technology package will now provide a hands-free foot-activated liftgate, and the Convenience package gains the power liftgate. The SEL trim will now have standard heated front seats, while a tire repair kit is standard on every model. There are also new color additions for the 2021 Ford Escape.Performance
Drivers in Nassau County will be happy to hear that the Ford Escape will offer three engine options, including a hybrid. The first option offered will be the standard engine available on S, SE, and SEL models. It will be a turbocharged inline-three delivering 181 horsepower and 190 pound-feet of torque. It will provide both FWD and AWD configurations, as well as a fuel-saving cylinder deactivation system. As such, it is very efficient, and the standard FWD Escape is rated by the EPA at 28/34 miles-per-gallon.The second option is a larger turbocharged inline-four available on the SEL trim with a standard AWD configuration. It will be generating 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. This engine is best suited for the new Ford Escape, especially with its excellent EPA fuel economy ratings of 23/31 miles-per-gallon. The final engine provided in the new Escape is a hybrid. A 2.5-liter inline-four is paired with an electric motor to put out 200 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque. The hybrid powertrain has excellent efficiency returning an EPA-estimated rating of 44/37 miles-per-gallon and 100 MPGe.
Exterior Style
The new Ford Escape moves away from the old boxy shape that we knew of. You will now get smooth curves and an aerodynamic shape. There is a massive black grille with Ford's blue oval right above it on the front end. Flanking this grille will be two angular LED headlights that introduce you to the Escape's side profile. Here you will get black plastic semi-circular fenders and some bits of chrome trimming on the edge of the windows. Up top, you will notice lower than usual roof racks which Ford designed to reduce wind resistance. There are also many color options available, but you should try one of the new ones, such as Bronze Fire, Carbonized Gray, Antimatter Blue, and Iconic Silver.
Interior Elegance
The new Ford Escape has one of the best interiors in Long Island. The cabin has a simple and straightforward design that blends soft-touch materials and some high-quality plastics. The Ford Escape seats five passengers, but it has one of the roomiest cabins in the segment. The front seats have ample cushioning and provide maximum comfort. However, should you want, you can add features like power-adjustability and heating. The rear seats offer enough legroom, and taller occupants can fit comfortably.
Moreover, they come with a sliding mechanism that allows you to further improve comfort. Behind the back seat, the new Escape comes with 37.5 cubic feet for storage. Folding the rear seat increases this figure to 64.5 cubic feet.
Trims
The following are the Ford Escape trims available near Queens, including the:
- S
- SE
- SEL
- Titanium
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