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Ford Escape

January 08, 2024

The Ford Escape is a compact crossover SUV sold by Ford since the 2001 model year. The first Ford SUV derived from a car platform, the Escape was slotted below the Ford Explorer in size; the Escape is currently sized between the Ford EcoSport and Ford Edge. In another first, the 2004 Ford Escape Hybrid was the first hybrid-electric vehicle from Ford, and the first hybrid produced as an SUV.

Ford Escape
2021 Escape Hybrid (US)
Overview
ManufacturerFord
Also called
Production2000–present
Model years2001–present
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
Chronology
PredecessorFord Maverick (Europe)
SuccessorFord Territory (Middle East, South America, Philippines and Vietnam)

Through rebranding, Ford has sold the Escape under several nameplates through its production. The first two generations used the Ford CD2 platform (jointly developed with Mazda), leading to the release of the Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner; as with the Escape, both the Tribute and Mariner were sold in North America. In Europe, the Escape was initially branded as the Ford Maverick from 2001 to 2008 (replacing a Nissan-produced SUV).

Under the mid-2000s "One Ford" globalization strategy, the third and fourth-generation designs of the Escape have been unified with the Ford Kuga, designed by Ford of Europe. Sharing a common body and chassis underpinnings (and several engines), the Escape and Kuga are produced in their home markets. As with previous generations, the fourth-generation Escape is offered with gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid options. Outside of North America, the Ford Escape is sold in Australia, China, and Taiwan.

First generation (2001) edit

See also: Mazda Tribute (first generation)
First generation
 
Overview
Also called
Production
  • April 2000 – December 2006
  • 2002–2012 (Asia-Pacific)
Model years2001–2007
Assembly
DesignerLaurens van den Acker (1997)[3][4]
Body and chassis
PlatformFord CD2 platform
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase103.1 in (2,619 mm)
Length
  • 2001–04: 173.0 in (4,394 mm)
  • 2005–07: 174.9 in (4,442 mm)
Width70.1 in (1,781 mm)
Height
  • 2001–04: 69.1 in (1,755 mm)
  • 2005–07: 69.7 in (1,770 mm)
  • Hybrid: 69.7 in (1,770 mm)
Curb weight
  • 2WD: 3,247 lb (1,473 kg)
  • 4WD: 3,457 lb (1,568 kg)
Chronology
SuccessorFord Kuga (Europe)

The first generation of Ford Escape was released in 2000 for the 2001 model year. It was jointly developed with Mazda, in which Ford owned a controlling interest, and was released simultaneously with the Mazda Tribute. Although the Escape and Tribute shared the same underpinnings constructed from the Ford CD2 platform (based on Mazda GF underpinnings), the only panels common to the two vehicles were the roof and floor pressings. Powertrains were supplied by Mazda with respect to the base inline-four engine, with Ford providing the optional V6. At first, the twinned models were assembled by Ford in the US for North American consumption, with Mazda in Japan supplying cars for other markets. This followed a long history of Mazda-derived Fords, starting with the Ford Courier in the 1970s.

At the time, larger sport-utility vehicles tended to use pickup truck-based, body-on-frame designs. Other car makers, Jeep, Toyota and Honda had been offering smaller unibody designs, the Jeep Cherokee (XJ), RAV4 and CR-V respectively. Solid rear axles were commonly used on the full-sized truck-based SUVs and Jeep Cherokee due to their ability to carry heavy loads at the expense of a comfortable ride and good handling. Ford and Mazda decided to offer a car-like, unibody design with a fully independent suspension and rack and pinion steering similar to the RAV4 and CR-V in the Escape.[6] Although not meant for serious off-roading, a full-time all-wheel-drive (AWD) system supplied by Dana was optional, which included a locking center differential activated by a switch on the dashboard.[7] The AWD system normally sends most of the power from the engine to the front wheels. If slipping is detected at the front, more power will be sent to the rear wheels in a fraction of a second. The four wheel drive system was a newer version of Ford's "Control Trac" 4x4 system, dubbed the Control Trac II 4WD in the Escape. This system allowed the front wheels to receive 100% of the torque until a slip was detected. Using a Rotary Blade Coupling, the rear wheels could be sent up to 100% of the power in fractions of a second. When switching the system from "Auto" to "On," the front and rear axles are locked at a 50/50 split; the reaction time necessary to engage the rear wheels is reduced via an integrated bypass clutch. The Control Trac II system allows for a four-wheel drive vehicle without the use of a center differential. The entire braking system was built by Continental Teves, including the ABS and various related suspension components.[8]

Ford also sold the first generation Escape in Europe and China as the Ford Maverick, replacing the previous Nissan-sourced model. Then in 2004, for the 2005 model year, Ford's Mercury division released a rebadged version called the Mercury Mariner, sold mainly in North America. The first iteration Escape remains notable as the first SUV to offer a hybrid drivetrain option, released in 2004 for the 2005 model year to North American markets only. CKD production began in 2002 at Ford Lio Ho Motor Co. in Taiwan for various Asian markets.[9] One difference between the Tribute and the Ford Escape is that, in an effort to culture a sporty image, the Tribute's suspension is tuned for a firmer ride than the Escape.

Mainstream production of the first generation Escape/Tribute ended in late 2006. For Asia-Pacific markets, both received respective facelifts in 2006 and had production fully transferred to Ford Lio Ho in Taiwan. Extended production of the Mazda lasted until 2010, and until 2012 for Ford.

Ford Escape edit

 
2001–2007 Ford Escape

2000–2004 (BA, ZA) edit

In North America, it slotted below the larger, truck-based Explorer in Ford's lineup, but was marginally larger than the small SUV offerings from Honda and Toyota.[10] Although it is technically a crossover vehicle, it is marketed by Ford as part of its traditional SUV lineup (Escape, Explorer, Expedition) rather than its separate crossover lineup (Edge, Flex) due to its more conventional SUV styling.

 
Right-hand drive interior

From 2001 to 2004, the Ford Escape was sold in Europe under the Maverick name, and replaced a rebadged version of the Nissan Mistral/Terrano II. Only two versions were made, the 2.0 L Zetec inline-4 engine with manual transmission and 3.0 L Duratec V6 with automatic transmission, both using gasoline as fuel. The absence of a diesel version did not help sales and the vehicle was temporarily discontinued in late 2003. However, the Maverick, in the UK for example, was only available in XLT trim. Plus, the dashboard was not the same as the US Escape; it was instead taken from the Mazda Tribute. The Maverick was reintroduced in 2005 in certain European markets with the Duratec V6 engine. The Maverick was assembled in Russia for the Russian market. As of 2006, the Maverick was no longer sold in Europe, leaving Ford without a compact SUV until the 2008 Ford Kuga was introduced. The Maverick was primarily designed for on-road use – sold with normal road tires, and to be used with front-wheel drive most of the time.

In the Philippines, Ford introduced the Escape in 2001. It originally came in two grades; "XLT" & "XLS", but by early 2004, Ford axed the "XLT" (all-wheel drive model) and replaced it with the newly introduced "V6" trim. The "XLS" is powered by Ford's 2.3L Duratec inline-four engine paired to a 4-speed automatic. It came with keyless entry, fabric upholstery, 4 speakers, 6 CD audio system, among other features.[11] The "V6" is powered by Ford's 3.0L V6 engine paired to a 4-speed automatic. It featured a power moon roof, leather upholstery, automatic seat adjusters & recliners, keyless entry & immobilizer.[12]

Safety edit

Crash-test results for the Escape have been mixed. In the New Car Assessment Program administered by the USA-based National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the car received five out of five stars for driver protection and four out of five stars for passenger protection in a 35 mph (56 km/h) frontal impact.[13] The SUV received five stars for both driver and rear passenger in the side impact test. In the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's 40 mph (64 km/h) frontal offset test, 2001–2004 Escapes received a score of "Marginal".[14] In the side impact crash test, vehicles equipped with the optional side air bags received a score of "Good" in the 31 mph (50 km/h), while those without the optional air bags received a score of "Poor".[15]

All Escapes are equipped with a passive 'Immobiliser' called SecuriLock. This feature includes an 'RFID' chip embedded in the key, which the car reads each time the driver inserts the key. If the key doesn't provide a valid confirmation signal, the vehicle does not run, even if the key is perfectly cut to match the original. Theft, injury, and collision losses reported to insurance companies for the Escape are among the lowest in its class.[16]

North America edit

In the United States, all Escapes included standard equipment such as power windows with an automatic driver's side window, power door locks, anti-lock braking system (ABS), keyless entry, a folding rear-bench seat, 16-inch wheels, and air conditioning. In addition, an Escape buyer could choose from one of several different trim levels that were available, which included:

XLS (2001–2007): As the most basic trim level of the Escape, the XLS included: the 2.0-liter Zetec (2001–2004) and the 2.3-liter DuraTec (2005–2007) engines, a five-speed manual transmission, 15-inch steel wheels, an AM/FM stereo with cassette and CD players (later, just a single-CD player in 2005, adding MP3 capability in 2007 along with SIRIUS) and four speakers, high-back front bucket seats, and cloth-and-vinyl seating surfaces. Options include 15- or 16-inch alloy wheels, the 3.0-liter V6 engine (2001–2004), and a four-speed automatic transmission (some of which was available as the XLS Popular Group).

XLT (2001–2007): As the top-of-the-line trim level of the Escape in 2001, and the most popular trim level of the Escape throughout its entire run (2001–2007), the XLT added the following equipment to the base XLS trim level: 16-inch alloy wheels, security alarm, cloth seating surfaces, and an enhanced interior. Options included an AM/FM stereo with a six-disc, in-dash CD changer (which later became standard equipment on all Escapes), the 3.0-liter V6 engine, a four-speed automatic transmission, a power sunroof, leather-and-vinyl-trimmed seating surfaces, and the seven-speaker premium audio system with amplifier and rear-mounted subwoofer.

XLT Sport (2002–2007): The XLT Sport was one of the more popular trim levels of the Escape from 2002 to 2007. It added equipment to the standard XLT equipment: the V6 engine, four-speed automatic transmission, sport interior trim, and 16-inch machined alloy wheels. Options were the same as the standard XLT trim level.

Limited (2002–2007): As the top-of-the-line trim level of the Escape from 2002 to 2007, the Limited trim level added the following equipment to the XLT Sport trim level: an AM/FM stereo with six-disc in-dash CD/MP3 changer, the seven-speaker premium audio system with amplifier and rear-mounted subwoofer, low-back front bucket seats, leather-trimmed seating surfaces, dual power heated front bucket seats, a security system, color-keyed exterior trim, luxury interior trim, and a unique front grille. Options were limited, but included a power sunroof.

Hybrid (2005–2007): Based on the midrange XLT trim level, the Hybrid included: the 2.3-liter DuraTec inline-four engine with an electric motor, power front bucket seats, low-back front bucket seats, enhanced partially-recycled cloth seating surfaces, and unique 16-inch alloy wheels. Options included a powered sunroof, a unique integrated GPS navigational system with hybrid information system, Sirius Satellite Radio, the seven-speaker premium audio system with amplifier and rear-mounted subwoofer, leather-trimmed seating surfaces, and a "two-tone" exterior paint scheme, with silver-painted lower exterior trim and front and rear bumpers.

2004–2006 (ZB) edit

 
2004–2006 Ford Escape (ZB)

The Escape and Tribute were updated in February 2004 for the 2005 model year with a new base engine (the 2.3 L [2261 cc, 140 cu in] Duratec 23), which replaced the Zetec 2.0 L (1983 cc, 121 cu in) 127 hp (95 kW) 4-cylinder. The most powerful engine remained the 200 hp (150 kW) Duratec 3.0 L (2976 cc, 181 cu in) V6, with new engine mounts. Ford also added advanced airbag and seatbelt safety systems, an intelligent AWD system, and exterior minor changes, which included a redesigned front bumper. The 2005 model year was the first with an automatic transmission available on the base four-cylinder models. The automatic shifter was moved from the column to the console on all models equipped with automatic transmissions. Ford also deleted the recline feature on the rear seats to improve the safety of occupants in the rear seats in the case of a rear crash.

2006–2008 (ZC; Asia-Pacific) edit

 
 
2006–2008 Ford Escape (ZC)
 
 
2006 Ford Escape (ZC, Taiwanese version)

Previewed by the Ford Equator Concept in 2005, a revamped ZC Escape designed in Taiwan by Ford Lio Ho went on sale in the second half of 2006 for the Asian and Pacific markets (except South Korea, where the North American-market Escape is sold).[17] Major external changes included a redesigned front bumper, grille, headlights and hood, and rear bumper, as well as LED taillights.

On the inside, changes included a floor-mounted automatic-transmission shifter, in place of the column shifter, as well as a redesigned center stack containing audio and climate controls. Climate control is automatic on all models except the XLS. The Limited model also featured full color-coded bumpers, wheel arches and side moldings, as well as side mirrors with integrated LED indicators. Rear drum brakes have been replaced by disc brakes all round.

The 3.0 L V6 has been modified to reduce fuel consumption by over 10%,[citation needed] while the 2.3 L 4-cylinder has improved midrange torque and an electronic throttle, as well as a slight increase in power to 109 kW (146 hp). Both engines had been certified to meet Euro III emission regulations. A four-speed automatic carried over and was the sole transmission choice. Two different four-speed automatic transmissions were used, CD4E for 3.0 L V6 and GF4AX-EL for 2.3 L 4-cylinder.

2008–2009 (ZD; Asia-Pacific) edit

 
 
2008–2009 Ford Escape (ZD)

Previewed by the Ford Escape Adventure Concept, the ZD Escape designed in Taiwan by Ford Lio Ho for Asia-Pacific markets went on sale in mid-2008, bringing numerous changes. In Australia, the V6 engine was dropped, leaving only the 2.3-liter four-cylinder.[18]

The model range was also simplified, with only a single specification available. Changes to the body included an all-new front bumper, grille, headlights and bonnet, featuring an enlarged Ford emblem set upon a three-bar chrome grille. At the rear, new, slimmer tail lights were featured, which were arranged horizontally, rather than vertically. In addition, the B-pillar was now painted black, rather than body-colour. Compared with the previous model, all external bumpers, mirrors, and cladding were painted the same colour as the body (previously, this was only available on the upscale Limited model). Equipment levels have also improved. Compared to the base model ZC Escape, the ZD included standard side airbags, automatic climate control, 16" alloy wheels, and mirrors with integrated indicators. Unlike most other competitors in its class, curtain airbags and electronic stability control were not available.

2009–2012 (ZD; Asia-Pacific) edit

 
 
2009–2012 Ford Escape (ZD)

In 2009, another facelift of the ZD Escape developed by Ford Lio Ho brought about a new grille and front bumper. Chrome trim was completely removed from the grille, replaced with a smaller, black honeycomb grille as the last Ford Escape. In its final years, it was sold side by side with its successor, Ford Kuga until the Kuga replaced it in 2013.

Mercury Mariner edit

 
Mercury Mariner

Introduced in 2004 for the 2005-model-year refresh of the Ford Escape in the US, Ford's Mercury division released a version called the Mercury Mariner. The Mariner is Mercury's first car-based SUV, and was slotted below the Mercury Mountaineer in its lineup. The Mariner was officially offered in the US, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the UAE. The Mariner includes stylistic differences, such as a two-tone interior, turn signal repeaters borrowed from the European-market Ford Maverick (the Escape's name in Europe), monotone cladding, and the Mercury "waterfall" front grille. Unlike its counterparts, Mercury did not offer a manual transmission as part of the powertrain lineup. The Mariner was the first Mercury with a four-cylinder since the Mercury Cougar was dropped in 2002. For 2006, the lineup was expanded with the introduction of the Mariner Hybrid. Sales ended after the 2007 model, replaced by a second generation, again a rebadged Ford Escape.

On September 7, 2006, Ford delivered a special "Presidential Edition" Mercury Mariner Hybrid to former President Bill Clinton. Its custom features include: LED lighting, 120 V outlet, rear bucket seats, center console & rear seat fold-out writing desks, personal DVD players for each seat, refrigerator, increased rear seat legroom. There have also been several undisclosed security modifications made to the vehicle.[19]

The Mariner Hybrid powertrain was identical to its sibling, the Ford Escape Hybrid. It was launched to the U.S. market in 2006 and was discontinued in 2010 (in the second generation) when the Mercury car division itself was discontinued by Ford. The Mariner hybrid sold a total of 12,300 units.[20]

Like the Ford Escape Hybrid, the Mariner Hybrid is a "full" hybrid electric system, meaning the system can switch automatically between pure electric power, pure gasoline engine power, or a combination of electric battery and gasoline engine operating together, for maximum performance and efficiency at all speeds and loads. When braking or decelerating, the Mariner's hybrid system uses regenerative braking, where the electric drive motor becomes a generator, converting the vehicle's momentum back to electricity for storage in the batteries. With 155 hp (116 kW), the Mariner Hybrid has nearly the same acceleration performance as the conventional 200 hp (150 kW) V6 Mariner. Again, just like the Escape Hybrid, it gets a respectable average of 34 miles per US gallon (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg‑imp) and is sometimes said to be the most fuel efficient sport utility vehicle on the road.[21]

Hybrid edit

 
2005–2007 Ford Escape Hybrid

The Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid are the gasoline-electric hybrid powered versions that launched in the U.S. in 2004 for the 2005 model year. Assembled in Kansas City, Missouri, it was the first hybrid SUV produced for sale and the first hybrid from an American manufacturer (alongside the Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra Hybrids during the same model year). According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the first-generation Ford Escape Hybrid is 70% more efficient than the regular Escape. While the Mercury Mariner was also offered as a hybrid, the option was not available on the Mazda Tribute.

Escape hybrid versions can be identified by the "Hybrid" badges located on the front driver's and passenger's doors as well as near the right tailgate. In addition, the driver's side window in the cargo area is smaller to accommodate a ventilation slot for the high voltage battery. There was also a "Special Appearance Package" available as an option on the 2005–2007 Hybrid models. This package replaced the traditional lower cladding of the Escape with a silver finish. Standard equipment on the Escape Hybrid includes: an eight-way power adjustable driver's seat, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, cruise control, a six-CD stereo, 16-inch alloy wheels, power door locks with remote keyless entry, and power windows.

Ford built 17,000 Escape Hybrids in the second half of 2004, four times as many as it had originally planned.[22] Starting in 2005 New York City and other cities in the world began using the Ford Escape Hybrid as taxicabs.[23] The Ford Escape Hybrid won the North American Truck of the Year award in 2005.[24]

Drivetrain technology edit

The Escape Hybrid uses hybrid technology similar to that used in the Toyota Prius. Ford engineers realized their technology may conflict with patents held by Toyota, which led to a 2004 patent-sharing accord between the companies, licensing Ford's use of some of Toyota's hybrid technology[25] in exchange for Toyota's use of some of Ford's diesel and direct-injection engine technology.[26] Ford maintains that Ford received no technical assistance from Toyota in developing the hybrid powertrain, but that some hybrid engine technologies developed by Ford independently were found to be similar to technologies previously patented by Toyota, so licenses were obtained.[26] Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd., a Japanese automotive components supplier belonging to the Toyota Group, supplies the HD-10 hybrid continuously variable transmission for the Escape Hybrid. While Toyota produces its third-generation Prius transmission in-house, Aisin is the only supplier of hybrid transmissions to other manufacturers. Friction has arisen concerning Aisin's allocation of limited production capacity and engineering resources to Ford.[26] Sanyo Electric Co. built the 50 kg (110 lb), 330 volt[27] 5.5 Ah (would make it 1.8kWh storage), 250-cell nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery pack for the 2005 Escape Hybrid.[28]

 
Engine compartment

The Escape Hybrid is a full hybrid, meaning the system can switch automatically between pure electric power, pure gasoline engine power, or a combination of electric battery and gasoline engine operating together, for maximum performance and efficiency at all speeds and loads. When braking or decelerating, the Escape's hybrid system uses regenerative braking, where the electric drive motor becomes a generator, converting the vehicle's momentum back to electricity for storage in the batteries. The Escape Hybrid's 133 horsepower (99 kW) Atkinson cycle gasoline I4 engine and electric motor combine to give 155 hp (116 kW), which gives the Hybrid Escape nearly the same acceleration performance as the conventional 200 hp (150 kW) V6 Escape due to the electric motor's torque being available from zero rpm.

The hybrid is said to give approximately 75% greater efficiency, the FWD version has EPA ratings of 30 mpg and 28 highway, with combined 29 mpg. The AWD version EPA ratings 28 city and 26 highway, combined 27 mpg -U.S. in city traffic, and has demonstrated it can travel 400–500 miles (644–805 km) on a single 15.0-U.S.-gallon (57 L; 12.5 imp gal) mpg-U.S. (7.6L-8.1 L/100 km; 35–37 mpg-imp) on the highway. To obtain these mileage figures, the owners manual states that pure gasoline, not ethanol blends, must be used. In 2006, Ford showed an Escape that could run on E85 fuel.

Unlike conventional vehicles, hybrids often achieve better figures in the city because they do not waste power idling and can recover some power when stopping (by using regenerative braking) that would be wasted in a conventional vehicle.

Recalls edit

Subframe failure edit

In April 2014, Ford issued a recall on 386,000 Ford Escapes and Mazda Tributes for model years 2001–2004 for Escapes manufactured October 22, 1999, through January 23, 2004, for Canada and the northern "salt belt" states in the US. Subframe rust can result in the lower control arm mount breaking or detaching from the subframe, resulting in a loss of steering control and the risk of crash. Dealers have installed a crossbrace reinforcement to any vehicle affected by the recall. Model years 2005–2007 were not affected.[29][30]

Second generation (2008) edit

Second generation
 
Overview
Also called
ProductionJanuary 29, 2007 – April 28, 2012
Model years2008–2012
AssemblyUnited States: Claycomo, Missouri (KCAP)
DesignerDoyle Letson (2004)[31]
Body and chassis
PlatformFord CD2 platform
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase103.1 in (2,619 mm)
Length174.7 in (4,437 mm)
Width71.1 in (1,806 mm)
Height
  • 2008: 67.7 in (1,720 mm)
  • 2009–12 AWD: 67.8 in (1,722 mm)
  • 2009–12 FWD: 67.9 in (1,725 mm)
Chronology
SuccessorMazda CX-5 (for Tribute)
 
Ford Escape

The second generation Ford Escape debuted at the 2006 Los Angeles International Auto Show.[32] The North American-market Escape and its Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner siblings were redesigned to stay competitive with other new compact SUVs, however most of the internals have been carried over for the 2008 model year. The Escape still uses the CD2 platform.[33] Ford also included an electronic stability control system standard on the 2008 Escape.[34] The Mercury version lasted until late 2010, withdrawn from the market as part of the closure of the Mercury brand, with Mazda's Tribute ending production in late 2011. Ford ended manufacture of the second series Escape in 2012.

The updated Escape received some styling cues from the Explorer, Edge, and Expedition. Changes include a new grille with larger headlamps in the front fascia, while the sides were revised with cleaner lines and rounder wheel arches. The interior is also completely redesigned, including the newest standard Ford family navigation system.[35]

The 2008 Escape and its Mercury Mariner sibling were the first vehicles to feature Ford's pull-drift steering mode, an enhancement made possible by applying software control to the Electric Power Steering (EPS) system.[36]

The 2008 models of all three CD-2 versions retained the previous generation's engines and transmissions. In 2009, all three versions receceived engine and transmission upgrades that increased performance and fuel economy.

Ford ended production on the second generation Escape in 2011 and moved production to its Louisville Assembly Plant in Louisville, Kentucky, where it was succeeded by a new Escape based on its European CUV counterpart, the Ford Kuga.[37]

Ford edit

A new concept version for the Asian market, called the Ford Escape Adventure Concept, was revealed at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show. It features a revised front and rear fascia, incorporating Ford's three-bar grille styling theme and restyled LED tail lamps.

Starting with the 2009 model, the 2.3 L Duratec 23 was replaced by a new 2.5 L (2488 cc, 152 cu in) Duratec 25 4-cylinder,[38] which boosted standard power to 171 hp (128 kW) and 171 lb⋅ft (232 N⋅m) of torque, while increasing fuel economy by 1 mpg (~2L/100 km) on both urban and extra-urban cycles. The optional 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 was thoroughly updated, resulting in a 40 hp (30 kW) increase, bringing power output to 240 hp (180 kW) and 223 lb⋅ft (302 N⋅m) of torque. The Duratec 30 also sees a 1 mpg‑US (240 L/100 km; 1.2 mpg‑imp) fuel economy improvement. Another significant change was the switch to Ford's new 6F35 6-speed automatic, which became standard on all V6 equipped models and optional on the I4.

The Hybrid is also upgraded to use the 2.5 L (albeit still using the Atkinson cycle for better fuel economy). Efficiency improved to 34 mpg‑US (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg‑imp) city and 31 mpg‑US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg‑imp) highway according to the USEPA. The 2.5 L engine brings the Hybrid's power output up by 22 hp (16 kW) when the electric motor is added in. In addition, the 2009 hybrid model changed the air conditioning compressor from an engine driven belt to electrically powered by the HV traction battery. This allowed the air conditioning system to continue cooling while the gas engine was off for example while at stop lights.

Other mechanical changes include a new 18.5 mm (0.73 in) rear stabilizer bar, revised suspension tuning, upgrades to the 3.0 L V6 that brought power to 240 hp,[38] and a new exhaust system on all Escapes. The braking system for the Hybrid versions has been revised with a vacuum assist unit that reviewers have said give the brakes a consistent feel over the entire travel of the brake pedal.[38] Previous versions of the Hybrid were reported to have a slightly mushy brake feel, primarily due to the fact that for the first part of the brake travel and braking the system is regenerating power instead of engaging the brake pads against the rotors. However, the brakes, when tested, gave the Escape extremely long stops.

This generation also saw the introduction of the optional "sport appearance package", which includes the upgraded 3.0L V6, changed the front grille from chrome to gloss black, added a gloss black appliqué to the front bumper, changed the rocker covers and door handles from unpainted black plastic to body-coloured, added a gloss black rear spoiler, black headlamp housings, black 17" rims, black cloth/leather interior with piano black trim and removes any exterior "V6" badging. This option was only available on the XLT trim level and only with ingot silver, sterling grey, steel blue or tuxedo black metallic paints. The "Escape" badge is entirely removed from the front doors.

In 2009, Ford's SYNC system is standard on the Hybrid, Hybrid Limited, and conventional Limited models, and optional on the XLS and XLT.

The Escape underwent some minor aerodynamic changes for 2009, including a revised front chin spoiler and rear tire spoilers. Along with the addition of rear tire spoilers is an optional 17" chrome-clad wheel equipped with a new Michelin "Low-Rolling-Resistance-Tire", slightly increasing ground clearance and improving traction over the standard 16" wheels and tires. Another new feature is Ford's Easy-Fuel capless fuel filling system.[39]

As of August 2009 the Escape was among the four Ford vehicles, along with the Focus, F-Series and Ranger, to benefit the most from the Cash for Clunkers program, where it showed a 49 percent increase in sales.[40]

In 2009 for the 2010 model year, the Escape will add three new features that will be standard on all trims: Ford's MyKey, trailer sway controls and Integrated Spotter Mirror for better blind spot viewing. Everything else added in the 2008 and 2009 model years will be carried over, but the optional orders have been renamed to Rapid Specification Codes (100s for XLS, 200s for XLT, and 300s for Limited).

New optional features for 2010: active park assist (APA) is a new feature available since mid-2009 as an option on the 2010 Ford Escape Limited (currently only optional on the Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, and Lincoln MKS). Active Park Assist will detect an available parallel parking space and automatically steer the vehicle into the space (hands free) while the driver controls the accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system will visually and audibly instruct the driver to park the vehicle. Active Park Assist system uses sensors on the front and rear of the vehicle to guide the vehicle into a parking space. Rear-view camera system – uses an exterior camera embedded in the rear of the vehicle that sends images to a video display in the rearview mirror or the navigation system screen to help enhance visibility directly behind the vehicle when it is in reverse.

No cosmetic changes were made for the 2011 model year. The only minor change is the standardization of SYNC Traffic & Directions on any models coming equipped with Sync.[41]

There are no cosmetic or equipment changes for the 2012 model year. The third-generation Escape was unveiled at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Previously unavailable Electronic Stability Control system became standard on the second generation.[42] In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash tests the Escape along with its cousins, the Mercury Mariner and the Mazda Tribute, are rated "Good" in both frontal and side impact crash tests.[43][44] They are rated "Good" for rear crash protection as well[45] and were given the "Top Safety Pick" award until 2010. In roof strength tests the Escape receives a "Marginal" rating while hybrid models are rated "Poor".[46]

Mazda edit

 
Mazda Tribute

In 2007 for the 2008 model year, the Tribute was significantly revamped, like its Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner siblings. Originally set to be renamed the Mazda CX-5, the vehicle kept the Tribute name. The changes were significant, but fell short of a "clean sheet" redesign, as the vehicles remained on the CD2 platform, and kept the old 2.3 L MZR I4, and 3.0 L AJ V6 engines. Visible changes include all new sheet metal and interior. The interior was significantly upgraded using all new components and higher quality materials, and was generally praised by automotive journalists.[35] However, unlike the first generation of the Tribute, which had unique exterior and interior from its siblings, the new model only differs from its siblings in the "nose" (front fenders, hood, and front fascia), tail lights and detailing. Notable changes to the exterior include higher belt line, and more pronounced wheel arches. Overall the car was to look larger and more substantial than the previous model. As a cost-saving measure, the rear brake was reverted to drum brake, with predictable criticisms.[47][48]

The 2008 Mazda Tribute (non-hybrid) was first unveiled at the 2007 Montreal International Auto Show, and the 2008 Mazda Tribute went on sale in March 2007.[49] A new addition was the Hybrid model, which was previously only available on the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner.

The Tribute received additional major changes to improve performance for the 2009 model year, mostly by way of mechanical upgrades. Most significantly, all new engines replaced the increasingly outmatched 2.3L I4 and 3.0L V6. Mazda's new MZR 2.5L I4 replaced the 2.3L, boosting horsepower to 171 bhp (128 kW; 173 PS) and 171 lb⋅ft (232 N⋅m) of torque at 4000 rpm.[50] Despite increased horsepower, fuel economy also increased by 1 mpg‑US (240 L/100 km; 1.2 mpg‑imp) on both urban and extra-urban cycles. The optional 3.0 L (AJ) V6 was thoroughly updated, resulting in a 40 hp (30 kW) increase, bringing power output to 240 hp (180 kW) and 223 lb⋅ft (302 N⋅m) of torque. It also sees a 1 mpg improvement. The Tribute Hybrid was dropped after the 2009 model year.

Another significant change was the switch to Ford's new 6F 6-speed automatic, which became standard on all V6 equipped models and optional on the I4. As well, new front and 18.5 mm (0.73 in) rear stabilizer bars were added for 2009 to improve ride handling after complaints about diminished performance following the 2008 changes. Others changes included redesigned seats, daytime running lamps, optional steering mounted audio controls, and other additional features. The Tribute was discontinued in November 2011 at the end of the 2011 model year, replaced by the Mazda CX-5 for 2012.

Mercury edit

 
2008–2010 Mercury Mariner

For the 2008 model year the Mariner was significantly updated with a new look although it remained on the Ford CD2 platform used by the previous generation. The first 2008 Mercury Mariner was unveiled at the South Florida International Auto Show on October 6, 2006. The changes included a new seats, headlights, taillights, a new liftgate, a higher beltline and new doors and wheels. The interior was also significantly updated with higher quality materials and more refined features. The engines remained the same but the 3.0 L Duratec V6 has been modified to reduce fuel consumption by 10%.

The 2009 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner were unveiled at the 2008 Washington Auto Show. Sporting a 2.5-liter engine and 6-speed automatic transmission that replaced the four-speed automatic transmission, the new powertrain improved the EPA fuel economy by 1 mile per gallon and increased power by 11% to 170 hp (127 kW). Also, the existing 3.0-liter Duratec V6 was bumped from 200 hp (149 kW) to 240 hp (179 kW). The new engine was also the new basis for Ford's hybrid models, including the Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid. "For every eight Escape and Mariner vehicles we sell, one of them is a hybrid, and the appeal is growing," says Sue Cischke, Ford senior vice president, Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engineering.

For the 2010 model year, the Mariner added Ford's MyKey and trailer sway controls as standard on all trim levels. The Mariner engine has a Flex-Fuel option on all models—meaning they can use E85 fuel or regular unleaded only on the optional V6 engine. Ford has also done away with the Euro-style turn signal repeaters for this model year. For the 2011 model year, the Mariner featured HD Radio as a standard, but continued with the same features as the 2010 models. This version of the Mariner was its last, as Ford discontinued the Mercury brand due to declining sales. Ford ended production of the Mariner in October 2010. The last one rolled off the assembly line on October 5, 2010.

Hybrid edit

 
2009–2012 Ford Escape Hybrid

The second generation Ford Escape Hybrid received some minor styling tweaks inside and out. The major cosmetic changes included new bumpers, grille, headlights and taillights to match Ford's new edge style. But the drivetrain was essentially the same mechanically but has had extensive software modifications.[51] For 2009, a larger, more powerful engine was introduced, together with a revised suspension, addition of stability control, the debut of "Sync" voice-control system and a capless fuel filler system.[52] The batteries and other hybrid components in a 2009 Escape hybrid added about 136 kg (300 lbs) to the vehicle. However, the added weight was blamed for an adverse effect in handling.[53] Furthermore, from 2009 onward, rear disc brakes of previous years were swapped for drum brakes, which was criticized as a "strange step backward".[52]

The second generation Escape Hybrid was offered in two levels of specification, an undesignated base model and the more expensive "Limited" trim. The base included: a 60/40 split-fold rear bench seat, AdvanceTrac with roll stability control, and a single-disc four-speaker CD/MP3 stereo with Sirius Satellite Radio compatibility. The "Limited" adds: a chrome front grille, heated front seats, a six-way power driver's seat and full leather upholstery, rear park assist, ambient lighting, and 16-inch six-spoke alloy wheels. For the 2009 model year, Ford SYNC became standard on both Hybrid trims and the Ford Escape Hybrid replaced the "ESCAPE" badges on doors with "HYBRID," while relocating the logo for Ford hybrid models from near the driver's side doors next to the "HYBRID" text. 2010 models saw the addition of MyKey, trailer sway controls, and integrated spotter mirror for better blind spot viewing. New optional extras are active park assist and a rear-view camera.

Ford developed a prototype E85 Hybrid Escape, the first flexible fuel hybrid electric vehicle capable of running on 85% ethanol.[54] In 2007 Ford produced 20 demonstration Escape Hybrid E85s for real-world testing in fleets around the U.S.[55][56]

From 2009, the gas engine was 2.5L Atkinson-cycle four cylinder engine with 155 hp at 6,000 rpm with an electric motor that produces 94 hp at 5,000 rpm. The maximum combined output of both was 177 hp.[57]

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rated the fuel economy for the 2010 Escape Hybrid (FWD) at 34 miles per US gallon (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg‑imp) city, and 31 miles per US gallon (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg‑imp) highway.[58] The following table compares fuel economy, carbon footprint, and petroleum consumption between the hybrid version and other drivetrains of the Escape family as estimated by the EPA and the U.S. Department of Energy. The Escape Hybrid met both California's SULEV and PZEV standards, with tailpipe emissions better than 90% less than the average 2003 new car and zero evaporative emissions.[59]

By early 2012 Ford discontinued the production of the Escape Hybrid due to the introduction of the third generation Escape. Two of the new 2013 model year Escapes have direct-injected and turbocharged EcoBoost units (of 1.6 and 2.0 liters) that deliver a higher fuel economy than the 2012 model. A total of 122,850 Escape Hybrids were built since 2005, along with 12,300 units of its sibling the Mercury Mariner Hybrid, discontinued in 2010.[20]

Plug-in hybrid edit

 
Demonstration Ford Escape plug-in hybrid in New York City
 
Demonstration Ford Escape E85 flex-fuel plug-in hybrid

Three companies have converted Ford Escape Hybrids to plug-in under a contract with the NYSERDA and delivered them in 2007: Electrovaya of Toronto Canada, Hymotion also of Toronto Canada, Hybrids Plus of Boulder Colorado, United States.[60]

Ford developed a research Escape Plug-in Hybrid and delivered the first of a fleet of 20 to Southern California Edison (SCE) in December 2007 to begin road testing. This project was a collaboration aimed to explore the future of plug-in hybrids and evaluate how the vehicles might interact with the home and the utility's electrical grid. Some of the vehicles were evaluated "in typical customer settings", according to Ford.[61][62][63] Ford also developed the first ever flexible-fuel plug-in hybrid SUV, which was delivered to the United States Department of Energy in June 2008. This plug-in version of the Escape Hybrid runs on gasoline or E85 and is also part of the demonstration fleet Ford developed in a partnership with Southern California Edison and the Electric Power Research Institute.[64]

Both the E85 version and the conventional gasoline engine version use a 10 kwh lithium-ion battery, which allows for a 30-mile (48 km) range at 40 miles per hour (64 km/h) or less. When the battery's charge drops to 30%, the vehicle switches to its four-cylinder engine, assisted by the batteries, operating as a regular hybrid electric vehicle. The vehicle has a display system that shows the driver how efficient the vehicle is at any given time. If the vehicle uses its engine and is running in traditional hybrid mode, fuel economy is rated at 88 miles per U.S. gallon (2.7 L/100 km; 106 mpg‑imp) in the city and 50 miles per U.S. gallon (4.7 L/100 km; 60 mpg‑imp) on the highway.[64][65]

This fleet of 20 Ford Escape Plug-ins was field tested with utility company fleets in California, New York, Ohio, North Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Quebec, Canada, with sales scheduled to being in 2012.[65][66]

In August 2009 Ford delivered the first Escape Plug-in equipped with intelligent vehicle-to-grid (V2G) communications and control system technology to American Electric Power of Columbus, Ohio. This technology allows the vehicle operator to program when to recharge the vehicle, for how long and at what utility rate. The battery systems communicate directly with the electrical grid via smart meters provided by utility companies through wireless networking.[67] During the two years since the demonstration program began, the fleet of Escape Plug-ins has logged more than 75,000 miles (121,000 km), and Ford plans to equip all 21 plug-in hybrid Escapes with the vehicle-to-grid communications technology.[67]

The Ford demonstration vehicles and Hybrids Plus conversions are similar. The conversion involves the replacement of the original NiMH battery, located on the floor of the trunk, with a larger capacity Li-ion battery, in the same location and substantially the same volume as the original battery. The Electrovaya and Hymotion conversions retain the original battery, and augment its capacity with a Li-ion battery that occupies a significant portion of the trunk. In all cases, the conversion also involves the addition of a charger and of a power plug.

Third generation (2013) edit

See also: Ford Kuga (second generation)
Third generation
 
Overview
Also calledFord Kuga
ProductionApril 2012 – 2019
Model years2013–2019
Assembly
DesignerPatrick Verhee, Stefan Lamm, Andrea Di Buduo, Kemal Curic (2010)[68]
Body and chassis
PlatformFord C1
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission6-speed 6F35 automatic
6-speed PowerShift automatic
6-speed SelectShift automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,690 mm (105.9 in)
Length4,524 mm (178.1 in)
Width1,838 mm (72.4 in)
Height1,702 mm (67.0 in)
Curb weight1,580–1,707 kg (3,483–3,763 lb)

The third-generation Escape was first shown at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show. It was designed and rebadged by Ford of Europe alongside the largely identical European-market Ford Kuga.[69][70] It was released to North American markets in 2012 for the 2013 model year. Many markets that previously used the "Escape" nameplate have switched to "Kuga" under the One Ford program, apart from the Middle East where it still bears the "Escape" nameplate.[71]

The third-generation Escape is claimed to be 10 percent more aerodynamic than the previous generation.[72] Also new for the 2013 model year is the MyFord Touch entertainment system, which offers an all-new user interface and additional features. Another new feature is the optional hands-free liftgate. A person carrying the keyless entry transmitter can raise a foot under the rear bumper of the Escape to open the tailgate.[73] Ecofriendly seat fabrics are standard on lower trim levels, and the vehicle's carpeting is mostly constructed from recycled plastic water bottles. This allows the new Escape to be mostly recyclable at the end of its lifecycle.[citation needed]

Production of the 2013 Ford Escape began 11 April 2012, with ceremonies in June 2012.[74] The production of the previous generation 2012 Escape ended on 28 April 2012, overlapping slightly in production with the 2013 model due to plant issues, with the 2012 Ford Escape vehicles being limited in availability at Ford showrooms.[citation needed] In May 2012, the third-generation Escape became available at most dealerships across the United States, and was introduced in Canada starting June.

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Powertrain edit

The basic engine is a 2.5-liter, naturally aspirated inline-four engine. Two EcoBoost inline, four-cylinder, turbocharged engines are offered in North America, which are 1.6-liter and 2.0-liter unit. The 2013 Escape is the first Ford vehicle to offer the 1.6-liter unit. Ford claims that the fuel economy of the new 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine will match that of the previous Ford Escape Hybrid, while the new 2.0-liter engine produces more torque than the current V6 unit. The transmission is a six-speed automatic.[73] Compared to its predecessor, both the hybrid model with its 2.5-liter Atkinson powertrain and the 3.0 L V6 engine have been dropped. The C-Max Hybrid indirectly replaced the Escape Hybrid.[75]

Trim levels edit

The third-generation Escape was offered with front-wheel drive in the S trim level, and front- or all-wheel drive in the SE, SEL, and Titanium trim levels.[76] The SEL trim was discontinued after the 2013 model year, but was reintroduced for 2018.

For the 2015 model, in the United States and Canada, Ford updated the standard naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine's specification to 168 hp (125 kW) and 170 lb⋅ft (230 N⋅m) of torque.

2017 refresh edit

On 18 November 2015, Ford unveiled a refreshed mid-cycle update of the Escape, which went on sale in the beginning of 2016 for the 2017 model year. The refresh added an Edge-inspired front fascia, while tweaking the rear end that now sports reshaped LED taillights and a newly adopted two-slat, hexagonal grille. The interior was also adjusted slightly in the cabin area and on the steering wheel.

The Sync 3 infotainment system was added as a new feature, along with a new smartphone app called Sync Connect, which allows owners to remotely monitor their vehicle, check fuel levels, lock and unlock doors, and start the engine. The 2.5 and 2.0 EcoBoost engine line-up was joined by a new 179 hp (133 kW) 1.5 L, turbocharged, four-cylinder option, replacing the 1.6 L.[77]

Ford engineers promised additional refinement to the 2017 Escape, particularly as evidenced by extremely low road- and wind-noise levels. The doors and B pillars are insulated, the front wheel wells are lined, and acoustic glass is used for the side windows. Also, new seals are used for the windshield and hood. The new Escape showcased a number of new-to-it features, from faster-charging USB ports to an application that lets drivers unlock the vehicle and start the engine through a smartphone.

Dubbed Sync Connect, this feature helps to locate the vehicle in a crowded parking lot, check the fuel level, and alert the owner when service is due. A number of driver-assist features were available: Enhanced park assist, lane-keeping, forward collision warning, and adaptive cruise control.[78] Production of the facelifted 2017 Ford Escape started on 18 March 2016, at the Louisville Assembly Plant in Kentucky.[79]

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Safety edit

NHTSA 2013 Ford Escape[80]
Overall:      
Frontal – Driver:      
Frontal – Passenger:      
Side – Driver:      
Side – Passenger:      
Side Pole – Driver:      
Rollover FWD:       / 19.1%
Rollover AWD:       / 18.5%
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) scores[81]
Moderate overlap frontal offset Good[82]
Small overlap frontal offset (driver) 2013-16 Poor[83]
Small overlap frontal offset (driver) 2017-19 Acceptable[83]
Small overlap frontal offset (passenger) 2013-19 Poor[84]
Side impact Good[85]
Roof strength Good[86]

Recall edit

In March 2017, Ford recalled 692,700 2014 Escapes because of faulty door latches.[87]

Fire hazard edit

In December 2012, Ford recalled over 70,000 Escapes in the United States and Canada with 1.6 L engines that may overheat and cause fires, after 12 reports of fires in Escapes were reported to Ford.[88]

In November 2013, Ford recalled over 160,000 Escapes with 1.6 L EcoBoost engines because of oil and fuel leaks that could lead to engine fires, after 13 fires caused by leaks were reported to Ford; the recall also covered about 12,000 to correct fuel lines installed incorrectly that could become chafed and leak gasoline.[89]

In March 2017, Ford recalled 2014 Escapes with 1.6 L EcoBoost engines because of a risk of engine fires caused by a "lack of coolant circulation". The recall partly contributed to a charge of US$300 million by Ford.[90][91]

Fourth generation (2020) edit

See also: Ford Kuga (third generation)
Fourth generation
 
Overview
Also calledFord Kuga
ProductionAugust 2019[92] – present
Model years2020–present
Assembly
DesignerAndrew Bazinski[93]
Christopher Giroux, Nedzad Mujcinovic, Jordan Demkiw (facelift)
Body and chassis
PlatformFord C2
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor88 kW (120 PS; 118 hp) permanent magnet synchronous
Power output
List
  • Gasoline:
  • 181 hp (184 PS; 135 kW) (1.5 L EcoBoost)
  • 250 hp (253 PS; 186 kW) (2.0 L EcoBoost)
  • Gasoline hybrid:
  • 200 hp (203 PS; 149 kW) (2.5 L Duratec, combined)
  • Gasoline plug-in hybrid:
  • 209 hp (212 PS; 156 kW) (2.5 L Duratec, combined)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery
  • 1.1 kWh lithium-ion (hybrid)
  • 14.4 kWh lithium-ion (plug-in hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase106.7 in (2,710 mm)
Length180.5 in (4,585 mm)
Width74.1 in (1,882 mm)
Height66.1 in (1,679 mm)
Curb weight
  • 3,299–3,551 lb (1,496–1,611 kg)
  • 3,554–3,706 lb (1,612–1,681 kg) (FHEV)
  • 3,884 lb (1,762 kg) (PHEV)
[94]
Chronology
PredecessorFord C-Max (Escape Hybrid)

The fourth-generation Escape debuted on April 2, 2019, and went on sale in the third quarter of 2019 as a 2020 model. It is manufactured at the Louisville Assembly Plant in Louisville, Kentucky. It is related to the third-generation Ford Kuga, outside North America.

Compared to its predecessor, the model is claimed to be lighter by over 200 pounds (91 kg) while occupying a footprint that is larger due to a wider track and longer length. With its larger size, the Escape provides more interior space for occupants by increasing headroom, shoulder space, and hip room for both rows of seats. Combustion-powered models are equipped with sliding second-row seats that allows a maximum of 37.5 cubic feet (1,062 L) of cargo space.[95]

In China, the fourth generation Escape has a slightly restyled front fascia compared to the North American version, and would be sold alongside the previous generation, which was sold as the Ford Kuga.[96][97]

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Markets edit

United States edit

In the United States, the Escape was available in five trim levels from 2020 to 2022: S, SE, SE Sport, SEL, and Titanium. All trims except for the S trim (only available with a gasoline engine) and the SE Sport (only available as a gasoline hybrid model) are available with gasoline-only, gasoline hybrid, and gasoline plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains. Gasoline-only models use an eight-speed automatic transmission, while all other models use a continuously variable transmission (CVT). All models also offer a choice of either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, except for PHEV models which are only available with front-wheel drive.[98]

There are four new engine-transmission combinations including a plug-in gas-electric hybrid that can go 37 miles (60 km) on electricity alone with an efficiency rating of 100 MPGe,[99] as well as a conventional hybrid and two turbocharged engines mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

The base engine, a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline three-cylinder, makes 181 hp (184 PS; 135 kW) and 190 lb⋅ft (258 N⋅m; 26.3 kg⋅m) of torque. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission with front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive. An available turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine makes 250 hp (253 PS; 186 kW) and 280 lb⋅ft (380 N⋅m) of torque but only comes with all-wheel drive.

The Escape Hybrid, returning after an extended absence, and all new plug-in hybrid are powered by a 2.5-liter gasoline inline-four that runs on the more efficient Atkinson cycle, along with two electric motors and a planetary gearset that combines the two power sources and allows for gear-ratio changes, essentially operating as a continuously variable automatic transmission. The standard hybrid's battery pack is rated at 1.1 kilowatt-hours, while the plug-in hybrid's is significantly larger, at 14.4 kWh; both are lithium-ion packs that fit under the floor. Combined horsepower for the standard hybrid is 200 hp (203 PS; 149 kW), while the plug-in has 209 hp (212 PS; 156 kW) combined.[100][101] It has S, SE, SE Sport, SEL, and Titanium trim levels.[100][101]

The PHEV model became available in U.S. dealers in October 2021 for the 2021 model year.[102]

Mexico edit

On October 17, 2019, this generation went on sale in Mexico.[103]

Australia edit

The fourth-generation Escape became available in Australia in the third quarter of 2020, designated as the ZH series.[104] While marketed as the Escape, the Australian model adopts the exterior styling from the European Kuga as the vehicles are sourced from Spain.[105] Powertrain options include a 2.0-litre EcoBoost gasoline engine and a 2.5-litre plug-in hybrid. Trim levels offered are standard, ST-Line, and Vignale.[106]

China and Taiwan edit

In China, the fourth-generation Escape was sold alongside its predecessor, which was sold as the Kuga in China. The Chinese market version features a restyled front fascia with a larger grille, and the blue oval logo being positioned in the center of the grille.[107] The same styling variant was also sold as the Ford Kuga in the Taiwanese market with the 1.5-liter engine models, while 2.0-liter engine models were sold with European styling front grille.

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2023 refresh edit

Ford announced a refreshed Escape lineup for the North American market in October 2022 for the 2023 model year.[108] Among other changes, the previous trim lineup was entirely replaced. The S, SE, and Titanium trims were supplanted by Base, Active, and Platinum, respectively; the SEL trim was also discontinued and indirectly replaced with three "ST-Line" trim levels. Meanwhile, the plug-in hybrid version, previously offered in combination with other trims, became a standalone trim.[109] The Escape will be discontinued in Australasia and be indirectly replaced by Kuga Hybrid in 2024.[110]

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Sales edit

Ford Escape edit

Year United States Australia Mexico[111]
2000 42,635[112]
2001 164,184[113] 2,842
2002 145,471[114] 3,606
2003 167,678 3,238
2004 183,430[115] 3,252
2005 165,122[115] 2,685 9,796
2006 157,395[116] 2,852 9,716
2007 165,596 2,639 10,857
2008 156,544[117] 1,794 12,260
2009 173,044 1,039 8,281
2010 191,026[118] 3,034 8,916
2011 254,293[119] 2,512 10,938
2012 261,008[120][121] 939 8,618
2013 295,993[122] 9,899
2014 306,212[123] 7,773
2015 306,492[124] 7,085
2016 307,069[125] 7,625
2017 308,296[126] 6,744
2018 272,228[127] 5,276
2019 241,388 3,939
2020 178,496[128] 1,398
2021 145,415 1,455
2022 137,370[129]

Mercury Mariner edit

Year U.S.
2004 7,171 [130]
2005 34,099
2006 33,941[131]
2007 34,844
2008 32,306[132]
2009 28,688[133]
2010 29,912[134]

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The Ford Escape is a compact crossover SUV sold by Ford since the 2001 model year The first Ford SUV derived from a car platform the Escape was slotted below the Ford Explorer in size the Escape is currently sized between the Ford EcoSport and Ford Edge In another first the 2004 Ford Escape Hybrid was the first hybrid electric vehicle from Ford and the first hybrid produced as an SUV Ford Escape2021 Escape Hybrid US OverviewManufacturerFordAlso calledFord Kuga 2013 present Ford Maverick 2001 2008 Mazda Tribute 2001 2011 Mercury Mariner 2005 2011 Production2000 presentModel years2001 presentBody and chassisClassCompact crossover SUVBody style5 door SUVLayoutFront engine front wheel driveFront engine four wheel driveChronologyPredecessorFord Maverick Europe SuccessorFord Territory Middle East South America Philippines and Vietnam Through rebranding Ford has sold the Escape under several nameplates through its production The first two generations used the Ford CD2 platform jointly developed with Mazda leading to the release of the Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner as with the Escape both the Tribute and Mariner were sold in North America In Europe the Escape was initially branded as the Ford Maverick from 2001 to 2008 replacing a Nissan produced SUV Under the mid 2000s One Ford globalization strategy the third and fourth generation designs of the Escape have been unified with the Ford Kuga designed by Ford of Europe Sharing a common body and chassis underpinnings and several engines the Escape and Kuga are produced in their home markets As with previous generations the fourth generation Escape is offered with gasoline hybrid and plug in hybrid options Outside of North America the Ford Escape is sold in Australia China and Taiwan Contents 1 First generation 2001 1 1 Ford Escape 1 1 1 2000 2004 BA ZA 1 1 2 Safety 1 1 3 North America 1 1 4 2004 2006 ZB 1 1 5 2006 2008 ZC Asia Pacific 1 1 6 2008 2009 ZD Asia Pacific 1 1 7 2009 2012 ZD Asia Pacific 1 2 Mercury Mariner 1 3 Hybrid 1 3 1 Drivetrain technology 1 4 Recalls 1 4 1 Subframe failure 2 Second generation 2008 2 1 Ford 2 2 Mazda 2 3 Mercury 2 4 Hybrid 2 4 1 Plug in hybrid 3 Third generation 2013 3 1 Powertrain 3 2 Trim levels 3 3 2017 refresh 3 4 Safety 3 5 Recall 3 6 Fire hazard 4 Fourth generation 2020 4 1 Markets 4 1 1 United States 4 1 2 Mexico 4 1 3 Australia 4 1 4 China and Taiwan 4 2 2023 refresh 5 Sales 5 1 Ford Escape 5 2 Mercury Mariner 6 References 7 External linksFirst generation 2001 editSee also Mazda Tribute first generation First generation nbsp OverviewAlso calledFord Maverick Europe and China 2001 2008 Mazda Tribute 2000 2008 Mercury Mariner 2004 2007 ProductionApril 2000 December 20062002 2012 Asia Pacific Model years2001 2007AssemblyUnited States Avon Lake Ohio OHAP Claycomo Missouri KCAP Japan Hōfu Mazda Malaysia Shah Alam AMI 1 Philippines Santa Rosa Laguna Ford Philippines 2 Taiwan Zhongli Ford Lio Ho Vietnam Hai Duong Ford Vietnam DesignerLaurens van den Acker 1997 3 4 Body and chassisPlatformFord CD2 platformPowertrainEngineGasoline 2 0 L Zetec I42 3 L Duratec 23 I43 0 L Duratec 30 V6 5 Gasoline Hybrid 2 5 L 156 hp 116 kW Atkinson cycle I4Transmission5 speed G5M manual4 speed CD4E automatic4 speed GF4AX EL automaticHybrid planetary gearDimensionsWheelbase103 1 in 2 619 mm Length2001 04 173 0 in 4 394 mm 2005 07 174 9 in 4 442 mm Width70 1 in 1 781 mm Height2001 04 69 1 in 1 755 mm 2005 07 69 7 in 1 770 mm Hybrid 69 7 in 1 770 mm Curb weight2WD 3 247 lb 1 473 kg 4WD 3 457 lb 1 568 kg ChronologySuccessorFord Kuga Europe The first generation of Ford Escape was released in 2000 for the 2001 model year It was jointly developed with Mazda in which Ford owned a controlling interest and was released simultaneously with the Mazda Tribute Although the Escape and Tribute shared the same underpinnings constructed from the Ford CD2 platform based on Mazda GF underpinnings the only panels common to the two vehicles were the roof and floor pressings Powertrains were supplied by Mazda with respect to the base inline four engine with Ford providing the optional V6 At first the twinned models were assembled by Ford in the US for North American consumption with Mazda in Japan supplying cars for other markets This followed a long history of Mazda derived Fords starting with the Ford Courier in the 1970s At the time larger sport utility vehicles tended to use pickup truck based body on frame designs Other car makers Jeep Toyota and Honda had been offering smaller unibody designs the Jeep Cherokee XJ RAV4 and CR V respectively Solid rear axles were commonly used on the full sized truck based SUVs and Jeep Cherokee due to their ability to carry heavy loads at the expense of a comfortable ride and good handling Ford and Mazda decided to offer a car like unibody design with a fully independent suspension and rack and pinion steering similar to the RAV4 and CR V in the Escape 6 Although not meant for serious off roading a full time all wheel drive AWD system supplied by Dana was optional which included a locking center differential activated by a switch on the dashboard 7 The AWD system normally sends most of the power from the engine to the front wheels If slipping is detected at the front more power will be sent to the rear wheels in a fraction of a second The four wheel drive system was a newer version of Ford s Control Trac 4x4 system dubbed the Control Trac II 4WD in the Escape This system allowed the front wheels to receive 100 of the torque until a slip was detected Using a Rotary Blade Coupling the rear wheels could be sent up to 100 of the power in fractions of a second When switching the system from Auto to On the front and rear axles are locked at a 50 50 split the reaction time necessary to engage the rear wheels is reduced via an integrated bypass clutch The Control Trac II system allows for a four wheel drive vehicle without the use of a center differential The entire braking system was built by Continental Teves including the ABS and various related suspension components 8 Ford also sold the first generation Escape in Europe and China as the Ford Maverick replacing the previous Nissan sourced model Then in 2004 for the 2005 model year Ford s Mercury division released a rebadged version called the Mercury Mariner sold mainly in North America The first iteration Escape remains notable as the first SUV to offer a hybrid drivetrain option released in 2004 for the 2005 model year to North American markets only CKD production began in 2002 at Ford Lio Ho Motor Co in Taiwan for various Asian markets 9 One difference between the Tribute and the Ford Escape is that in an effort to culture a sporty image the Tribute s suspension is tuned for a firmer ride than the Escape Mainstream production of the first generation Escape Tribute ended in late 2006 For Asia Pacific markets both received respective facelifts in 2006 and had production fully transferred to Ford Lio Ho in Taiwan Extended production of the Mazda lasted until 2010 and until 2012 for Ford Ford Escape edit nbsp 2001 2007 Ford Escape2000 2004 BA ZA edit In North America it slotted below the larger truck based Explorer in Ford s lineup but was marginally larger than the small SUV offerings from Honda and Toyota 10 Although it is technically a crossover vehicle it is marketed by Ford as part of its traditional SUV lineup Escape Explorer Expedition rather than its separate crossover lineup Edge Flex due to its more conventional SUV styling nbsp Right hand drive interiorFrom 2001 to 2004 the Ford Escape was sold in Europe under the Maverick name and replaced a rebadged version of the Nissan Mistral Terrano II Only two versions were made the 2 0 L Zetec inline 4 engine with manual transmission and 3 0 L Duratec V6 with automatic transmission both using gasoline as fuel The absence of a diesel version did not help sales and the vehicle was temporarily discontinued in late 2003 However the Maverick in the UK for example was only available in XLT trim Plus the dashboard was not the same as the US Escape it was instead taken from the Mazda Tribute The Maverick was reintroduced in 2005 in certain European markets with the Duratec V6 engine The Maverick was assembled in Russia for the Russian market As of 2006 the Maverick was no longer sold in Europe leaving Ford without a compact SUV until the 2008 Ford Kuga was introduced The Maverick was primarily designed for on road use sold with normal road tires and to be used with front wheel drive most of the time In the Philippines Ford introduced the Escape in 2001 It originally came in two grades XLT amp XLS but by early 2004 Ford axed the XLT all wheel drive model and replaced it with the newly introduced V6 trim The XLS is powered by Ford s 2 3L Duratec inline four engine paired to a 4 speed automatic It came with keyless entry fabric upholstery 4 speakers 6 CD audio system among other features 11 The V6 is powered by Ford s 3 0L V6 engine paired to a 4 speed automatic It featured a power moon roof leather upholstery automatic seat adjusters amp recliners keyless entry amp immobilizer 12 Safety edit Crash test results for the Escape have been mixed In the New Car Assessment Program administered by the USA based National Highway Traffic Safety Administration the car received five out of five stars for driver protection and four out of five stars for passenger protection in a 35 mph 56 km h frontal impact 13 The SUV received five stars for both driver and rear passenger in the side impact test In the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety s 40 mph 64 km h frontal offset test 2001 2004 Escapes received a score of Marginal 14 In the side impact crash test vehicles equipped with the optional side air bags received a score of Good in the 31 mph 50 km h while those without the optional air bags received a score of Poor 15 All Escapes are equipped with a passive Immobiliser called SecuriLock This feature includes an RFID chip embedded in the key which the car reads each time the driver inserts the key If the key doesn t provide a valid confirmation signal the vehicle does not run even if the key is perfectly cut to match the original Theft injury and collision losses reported to insurance companies for the Escape are among the lowest in its class 16 North America edit In the United States all Escapes included standard equipment such as power windows with an automatic driver s side window power door locks anti lock braking system ABS keyless entry a folding rear bench seat 16 inch wheels and air conditioning In addition an Escape buyer could choose from one of several different trim levels that were available which included XLS 2001 2007 As the most basic trim level of the Escape the XLS included the 2 0 liter Zetec 2001 2004 and the 2 3 liter DuraTec 2005 2007 engines a five speed manual transmission 15 inch steel wheels an AM FM stereo with cassette and CD players later just a single CD player in 2005 adding MP3 capability in 2007 along with SIRIUS and four speakers high back front bucket seats and cloth and vinyl seating surfaces Options include 15 or 16 inch alloy wheels the 3 0 liter V6 engine 2001 2004 and a four speed automatic transmission some of which was available as the XLS Popular Group XLT 2001 2007 As the top of the line trim level of the Escape in 2001 and the most popular trim level of the Escape throughout its entire run 2001 2007 the XLT added the following equipment to the base XLS trim level 16 inch alloy wheels security alarm cloth seating surfaces and an enhanced interior Options included an AM FM stereo with a six disc in dash CD changer which later became standard equipment on all Escapes the 3 0 liter V6 engine a four speed automatic transmission a power sunroof leather and vinyl trimmed seating surfaces and the seven speaker premium audio system with amplifier and rear mounted subwoofer XLT Sport 2002 2007 The XLT Sport was one of the more popular trim levels of the Escape from 2002 to 2007 It added equipment to the standard XLT equipment the V6 engine four speed automatic transmission sport interior trim and 16 inch machined alloy wheels Options were the same as the standard XLT trim level Limited 2002 2007 As the top of the line trim level of the Escape from 2002 to 2007 the Limited trim level added the following equipment to the XLT Sport trim level an AM FM stereo with six disc in dash CD MP3 changer the seven speaker premium audio system with amplifier and rear mounted subwoofer low back front bucket seats leather trimmed seating surfaces dual power heated front bucket seats a security system color keyed exterior trim luxury interior trim and a unique front grille Options were limited but included a power sunroof Hybrid 2005 2007 Based on the midrange XLT trim level the Hybrid included the 2 3 liter DuraTec inline four engine with an electric motor power front bucket seats low back front bucket seats enhanced partially recycled cloth seating surfaces and unique 16 inch alloy wheels Options included a powered sunroof a unique integrated GPS navigational system with hybrid information system Sirius Satellite Radio the seven speaker premium audio system with amplifier and rear mounted subwoofer leather trimmed seating surfaces and a two tone exterior paint scheme with silver painted lower exterior trim and front and rear bumpers 2004 2006 ZB edit nbsp 2004 2006 Ford Escape ZB The Escape and Tribute were updated in February 2004 for the 2005 model year with a new base engine the 2 3 L 2261 cc 140 cu in Duratec 23 which replaced the Zetec 2 0 L 1983 cc 121 cu in 127 hp 95 kW 4 cylinder The most powerful engine remained the 200 hp 150 kW Duratec 3 0 L 2976 cc 181 cu in V6 with new engine mounts Ford also added advanced airbag and seatbelt safety systems an intelligent AWD system and exterior minor changes which included a redesigned front bumper The 2005 model year was the first with an automatic transmission available on the base four cylinder models The automatic shifter was moved from the column to the console on all models equipped with automatic transmissions Ford also deleted the recline feature on the rear seats to improve the safety of occupants in the rear seats in the case of a rear crash 2006 2008 ZC Asia Pacific edit nbsp nbsp 2006 2008 Ford Escape ZC nbsp nbsp 2006 Ford Escape ZC Taiwanese version Previewed by the Ford Equator Concept in 2005 a revamped ZC Escape designed in Taiwan by Ford Lio Ho went on sale in the second half of 2006 for the Asian and Pacific markets except South Korea where the North American market Escape is sold 17 Major external changes included a redesigned front bumper grille headlights and hood and rear bumper as well as LED taillights On the inside changes included a floor mounted automatic transmission shifter in place of the column shifter as well as a redesigned center stack containing audio and climate controls Climate control is automatic on all models except the XLS The Limited model also featured full color coded bumpers wheel arches and side moldings as well as side mirrors with integrated LED indicators Rear drum brakes have been replaced by disc brakes all round The 3 0 L V6 has been modified to reduce fuel consumption by over 10 citation needed while the 2 3 L 4 cylinder has improved midrange torque and an electronic throttle as well as a slight increase in power to 109 kW 146 hp Both engines had been certified to meet Euro III emission regulations A four speed automatic carried over and was the sole transmission choice Two different four speed automatic transmissions were used CD4E for 3 0 L V6 and GF4AX EL for 2 3 L 4 cylinder 2008 2009 ZD Asia Pacific edit nbsp nbsp 2008 2009 Ford Escape ZD Previewed by the Ford Escape Adventure Concept the ZD Escape designed in Taiwan by Ford Lio Ho for Asia Pacific markets went on sale in mid 2008 bringing numerous changes In Australia the V6 engine was dropped leaving only the 2 3 liter four cylinder 18 The model range was also simplified with only a single specification available Changes to the body included an all new front bumper grille headlights and bonnet featuring an enlarged Ford emblem set upon a three bar chrome grille At the rear new slimmer tail lights were featured which were arranged horizontally rather than vertically In addition the B pillar was now painted black rather than body colour Compared with the previous model all external bumpers mirrors and cladding were painted the same colour as the body previously this was only available on the upscale Limited model Equipment levels have also improved Compared to the base model ZC Escape the ZD included standard side airbags automatic climate control 16 alloy wheels and mirrors with integrated indicators Unlike most other competitors in its class curtain airbags and electronic stability control were not available 2009 2012 ZD Asia Pacific edit nbsp nbsp 2009 2012 Ford Escape ZD In 2009 another facelift of the ZD Escape developed by Ford Lio Ho brought about a new grille and front bumper Chrome trim was completely removed from the grille replaced with a smaller black honeycomb grille as the last Ford Escape In its final years it was sold side by side with its successor Ford Kuga until the Kuga replaced it in 2013 Mercury Mariner edit nbsp Mercury MarinerIntroduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year refresh of the Ford Escape in the US Ford s Mercury division released a version called the Mercury Mariner The Mariner is Mercury s first car based SUV and was slotted below the Mercury Mountaineer in its lineup The Mariner was officially offered in the US Mexico Saudi Arabia Kuwait and the UAE The Mariner includes stylistic differences such as a two tone interior turn signal repeaters borrowed from the European market Ford Maverick the Escape s name in Europe monotone cladding and the Mercury waterfall front grille Unlike its counterparts Mercury did not offer a manual transmission as part of the powertrain lineup The Mariner was the first Mercury with a four cylinder since the Mercury Cougar was dropped in 2002 For 2006 the lineup was expanded with the introduction of the Mariner Hybrid Sales ended after the 2007 model replaced by a second generation again a rebadged Ford Escape On September 7 2006 Ford delivered a special Presidential Edition Mercury Mariner Hybrid to former President Bill Clinton Its custom features include LED lighting 120 V outlet rear bucket seats center console amp rear seat fold out writing desks personal DVD players for each seat refrigerator increased rear seat legroom There have also been several undisclosed security modifications made to the vehicle 19 The Mariner Hybrid powertrain was identical to its sibling the Ford Escape Hybrid It was launched to the U S market in 2006 and was discontinued in 2010 in the second generation when the Mercury car division itself was discontinued by Ford The Mariner hybrid sold a total of 12 300 units 20 Like the Ford Escape Hybrid the Mariner Hybrid is a full hybrid electric system meaning the system can switch automatically between pure electric power pure gasoline engine power or a combination of electric battery and gasoline engine operating together for maximum performance and efficiency at all speeds and loads When braking or decelerating the Mariner s hybrid system uses regenerative braking where the electric drive motor becomes a generator converting the vehicle s momentum back to electricity for storage in the batteries With 155 hp 116 kW the Mariner Hybrid has nearly the same acceleration performance as the conventional 200 hp 150 kW V6 Mariner Again just like the Escape Hybrid it gets a respectable average of 34 miles per US gallon 6 9 L 100 km 41 mpg imp and is sometimes said to be the most fuel efficient sport utility vehicle on the road 21 Hybrid edit nbsp 2005 2007 Ford Escape HybridThe Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid are the gasoline electric hybrid powered versions that launched in the U S in 2004 for the 2005 model year Assembled in Kansas City Missouri it was the first hybrid SUV produced for sale and the first hybrid from an American manufacturer alongside the Chevrolet Silverado GMC Sierra Hybrids during the same model year According to the Environmental Protection Agency the first generation Ford Escape Hybrid is 70 more efficient than the regular Escape While the Mercury Mariner was also offered as a hybrid the option was not available on the Mazda Tribute Escape hybrid versions can be identified by the Hybrid badges located on the front driver s and passenger s doors as well as near the right tailgate In addition the driver s side window in the cargo area is smaller to accommodate a ventilation slot for the high voltage battery There was also a Special Appearance Package available as an option on the 2005 2007 Hybrid models This package replaced the traditional lower cladding of the Escape with a silver finish Standard equipment on the Escape Hybrid includes an eight way power adjustable driver s seat dual zone automatic air conditioning cruise control a six CD stereo 16 inch alloy wheels power door locks with remote keyless entry and power windows Ford built 17 000 Escape Hybrids in the second half of 2004 four times as many as it had originally planned 22 Starting in 2005 New York City and other cities in the world began using the Ford Escape Hybrid as taxicabs 23 The Ford Escape Hybrid won the North American Truck of the Year award in 2005 24 Drivetrain technology edit The Escape Hybrid uses hybrid technology similar to that used in the Toyota Prius Ford engineers realized their technology may conflict with patents held by Toyota which led to a 2004 patent sharing accord between the companies licensing Ford s use of some of Toyota s hybrid technology 25 in exchange for Toyota s use of some of Ford s diesel and direct injection engine technology 26 Ford maintains that Ford received no technical assistance from Toyota in developing the hybrid powertrain but that some hybrid engine technologies developed by Ford independently were found to be similar to technologies previously patented by Toyota so licenses were obtained 26 Aisin Seiki Co Ltd a Japanese automotive components supplier belonging to the Toyota Group supplies the HD 10 hybrid continuously variable transmission for the Escape Hybrid While Toyota produces its third generation Prius transmission in house Aisin is the only supplier of hybrid transmissions to other manufacturers Friction has arisen concerning Aisin s allocation of limited production capacity and engineering resources to Ford 26 Sanyo Electric Co built the 50 kg 110 lb 330 volt 27 5 5 Ah would make it 1 8kWh storage 250 cell nickel metal hydride NiMH battery pack for the 2005 Escape Hybrid 28 nbsp Engine compartmentThe Escape Hybrid is a full hybrid meaning the system can switch automatically between pure electric power pure gasoline engine power or a combination of electric battery and gasoline engine operating together for maximum performance and efficiency at all speeds and loads When braking or decelerating the Escape s hybrid system uses regenerative braking where the electric drive motor becomes a generator converting the vehicle s momentum back to electricity for storage in the batteries The Escape Hybrid s 133 horsepower 99 kW Atkinson cycle gasoline I4 engine and electric motor combine to give 155 hp 116 kW which gives the Hybrid Escape nearly the same acceleration performance as the conventional 200 hp 150 kW V6 Escape due to the electric motor s torque being available from zero rpm The hybrid is said to give approximately 75 greater efficiency the FWD version has EPA ratings of 30 mpg and 28 highway with combined 29 mpg The AWD version EPA ratings 28 city and 26 highway combined 27 mpg U S in city traffic and has demonstrated it can travel 400 500 miles 644 805 km on a single 15 0 U S gallon 57 L 12 5 imp gal mpg U S 7 6L 8 1 L 100 km 35 37 mpg imp on the highway To obtain these mileage figures the owners manual states that pure gasoline not ethanol blends must be used In 2006 Ford showed an Escape that could run on E85 fuel Unlike conventional vehicles hybrids often achieve better figures in the city because they do not waste power idling and can recover some power when stopping by using regenerative braking that would be wasted in a conventional vehicle Recalls edit Subframe failure edit In April 2014 Ford issued a recall on 386 000 Ford Escapes and Mazda Tributes for model years 2001 2004 for Escapes manufactured October 22 1999 through January 23 2004 for Canada and the northern salt belt states in the US Subframe rust can result in the lower control arm mount breaking or detaching from the subframe resulting in a loss of steering control and the risk of crash Dealers have installed a crossbrace reinforcement to any vehicle affected by the recall Model years 2005 2007 were not affected 29 30 Second generation 2008 editSecond generation nbsp OverviewAlso calledMazda Tribute 2007 2011 Mercury Mariner 2007 2011 ProductionJanuary 29 2007 April 28 2012Model years2008 2012AssemblyUnited States Claycomo Missouri KCAP DesignerDoyle Letson 2004 31 Body and chassisPlatformFord CD2 platformPowertrainEngineGasoline 2 3 L Duratec 23 I4 5 2 5 L Duratec 25 I43 0 L Duratec 30 V6 5 Gasoline Hybrid Plug in hybrid 2 5 L 156 hp 116 kW Atkinson cycle I4Transmission5 speed manual4 speed CD4E automatic6 speed 6F35 automaticHybrid Planetary gearDimensionsWheelbase103 1 in 2 619 mm Length174 7 in 4 437 mm Width71 1 in 1 806 mm Height2008 67 7 in 1 720 mm 2009 12 AWD 67 8 in 1 722 mm 2009 12 FWD 67 9 in 1 725 mm ChronologySuccessorMazda CX 5 for Tribute nbsp Ford EscapeThe second generation Ford Escape debuted at the 2006 Los Angeles International Auto Show 32 The North American market Escape and its Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner siblings were redesigned to stay competitive with other new compact SUVs however most of the internals have been carried over for the 2008 model year The Escape still uses the CD2 platform 33 Ford also included an electronic stability control system standard on the 2008 Escape 34 The Mercury version lasted until late 2010 withdrawn from the market as part of the closure of the Mercury brand with Mazda s Tribute ending production in late 2011 Ford ended manufacture of the second series Escape in 2012 The updated Escape received some styling cues from the Explorer Edge and Expedition Changes include a new grille with larger headlamps in the front fascia while the sides were revised with cleaner lines and rounder wheel arches The interior is also completely redesigned including the newest standard Ford family navigation system 35 The 2008 Escape and its Mercury Mariner sibling were the first vehicles to feature Ford s pull drift steering mode an enhancement made possible by applying software control to the Electric Power Steering EPS system 36 The 2008 models of all three CD 2 versions retained the previous generation s engines and transmissions In 2009 all three versions receceived engine and transmission upgrades that increased performance and fuel economy Ford ended production on the second generation Escape in 2011 and moved production to its Louisville Assembly Plant in Louisville Kentucky where it was succeeded by a new Escape based on its European CUV counterpart the Ford Kuga 37 Ford edit A new concept version for the Asian market called the Ford Escape Adventure Concept was revealed at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show It features a revised front and rear fascia incorporating Ford s three bar grille styling theme and restyled LED tail lamps Starting with the 2009 model the 2 3 L Duratec 23 was replaced by a new 2 5 L 2488 cc 152 cu in Duratec 25 4 cylinder 38 which boosted standard power to 171 hp 128 kW and 171 lb ft 232 N m of torque while increasing fuel economy by 1 mpg 2L 100 km on both urban and extra urban cycles The optional 3 0 L Duratec 30 V6 was thoroughly updated resulting in a 40 hp 30 kW increase bringing power output to 240 hp 180 kW and 223 lb ft 302 N m of torque The Duratec 30 also sees a 1 mpg US 240 L 100 km 1 2 mpg imp fuel economy improvement Another significant change was the switch to Ford s new 6F35 6 speed automatic which became standard on all V6 equipped models and optional on the I4 The Hybrid is also upgraded to use the 2 5 L albeit still using the Atkinson cycle for better fuel economy Efficiency improved to 34 mpg US 6 9 L 100 km 41 mpg imp city and 31 mpg US 7 6 L 100 km 37 mpg imp highway according to the USEPA The 2 5 L engine brings the Hybrid s power output up by 22 hp 16 kW when the electric motor is added in In addition the 2009 hybrid model changed the air conditioning compressor from an engine driven belt to electrically powered by the HV traction battery This allowed the air conditioning system to continue cooling while the gas engine was off for example while at stop lights Other mechanical changes include a new 18 5 mm 0 73 in rear stabilizer bar revised suspension tuning upgrades to the 3 0 L V6 that brought power to 240 hp 38 and a new exhaust system on all Escapes The braking system for the Hybrid versions has been revised with a vacuum assist unit that reviewers have said give the brakes a consistent feel over the entire travel of the brake pedal 38 Previous versions of the Hybrid were reported to have a slightly mushy brake feel primarily due to the fact that for the first part of the brake travel and braking the system is regenerating power instead of engaging the brake pads against the rotors However the brakes when tested gave the Escape extremely long stops This generation also saw the introduction of the optional sport appearance package which includes the upgraded 3 0L V6 changed the front grille from chrome to gloss black added a gloss black applique to the front bumper changed the rocker covers and door handles from unpainted black plastic to body coloured added a gloss black rear spoiler black headlamp housings black 17 rims black cloth leather interior with piano black trim and removes any exterior V6 badging This option was only available on the XLT trim level and only with ingot silver sterling grey steel blue or tuxedo black metallic paints The Escape badge is entirely removed from the front doors In 2009 Ford s SYNC system is standard on the Hybrid Hybrid Limited and conventional Limited models and optional on the XLS and XLT The Escape underwent some minor aerodynamic changes for 2009 including a revised front chin spoiler and rear tire spoilers Along with the addition of rear tire spoilers is an optional 17 chrome clad wheel equipped with a new Michelin Low Rolling Resistance Tire slightly increasing ground clearance and improving traction over the standard 16 wheels and tires Another new feature is Ford s Easy Fuel capless fuel filling system 39 As of August 2009 the Escape was among the four Ford vehicles along with the Focus F Series and Ranger to benefit the most from the Cash for Clunkers program where it showed a 49 percent increase in sales 40 In 2009 for the 2010 model year the Escape will add three new features that will be standard on all trims Ford s MyKey trailer sway controls and Integrated Spotter Mirror for better blind spot viewing Everything else added in the 2008 and 2009 model years will be carried over but the optional orders have been renamed to Rapid Specification Codes 100s for XLS 200s for XLT and 300s for Limited New optional features for 2010 active park assist APA is a new feature available since mid 2009 as an option on the 2010 Ford Escape Limited currently only optional on the Ford Flex Lincoln MKT and Lincoln MKS Active Park Assist will detect an available parallel parking space and automatically steer the vehicle into the space hands free while the driver controls the accelerator gearshift and brakes The system will visually and audibly instruct the driver to park the vehicle Active Park Assist system uses sensors on the front and rear of the vehicle to guide the vehicle into a parking space Rear view camera system uses an exterior camera embedded in the rear of the vehicle that sends images to a video display in the rearview mirror or the navigation system screen to help enhance visibility directly behind the vehicle when it is in reverse No cosmetic changes were made for the 2011 model year The only minor change is the standardization of SYNC Traffic amp Directions on any models coming equipped with Sync 41 There are no cosmetic or equipment changes for the 2012 model year The third generation Escape was unveiled at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit Previously unavailable Electronic Stability Control system became standard on the second generation 42 In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash tests the Escape along with its cousins the Mercury Mariner and the Mazda Tribute are rated Good in both frontal and side impact crash tests 43 44 They are rated Good for rear crash protection as well 45 and were given the Top Safety Pick award until 2010 In roof strength tests the Escape receives a Marginal rating while hybrid models are rated Poor 46 Mazda edit nbsp Mazda TributeIn 2007 for the 2008 model year the Tribute was significantly revamped like its Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner siblings Originally set to be renamed the Mazda CX 5 the vehicle kept the Tribute name The changes were significant but fell short of a clean sheet redesign as the vehicles remained on the CD2 platform and kept the old 2 3 L MZR I4 and 3 0 L AJ V6 engines Visible changes include all new sheet metal and interior The interior was significantly upgraded using all new components and higher quality materials and was generally praised by automotive journalists 35 However unlike the first generation of the Tribute which had unique exterior and interior from its siblings the new model only differs from its siblings in the nose front fenders hood and front fascia tail lights and detailing Notable changes to the exterior include higher belt line and more pronounced wheel arches Overall the car was to look larger and more substantial than the previous model As a cost saving measure the rear brake was reverted to drum brake with predictable criticisms 47 48 The 2008 Mazda Tribute non hybrid was first unveiled at the 2007 Montreal International Auto Show and the 2008 Mazda Tribute went on sale in March 2007 49 A new addition was the Hybrid model which was previously only available on the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner The Tribute received additional major changes to improve performance for the 2009 model year mostly by way of mechanical upgrades Most significantly all new engines replaced the increasingly outmatched 2 3L I4 and 3 0L V6 Mazda s new MZR 2 5L I4 replaced the 2 3L boosting horsepower to 171 bhp 128 kW 173 PS and 171 lb ft 232 N m of torque at 4000 rpm 50 Despite increased horsepower fuel economy also increased by 1 mpg US 240 L 100 km 1 2 mpg imp on both urban and extra urban cycles The optional 3 0 L AJ V6 was thoroughly updated resulting in a 40 hp 30 kW increase bringing power output to 240 hp 180 kW and 223 lb ft 302 N m of torque It also sees a 1 mpg improvement The Tribute Hybrid was dropped after the 2009 model year Another significant change was the switch to Ford s new 6F 6 speed automatic which became standard on all V6 equipped models and optional on the I4 As well new front and 18 5 mm 0 73 in rear stabilizer bars were added for 2009 to improve ride handling after complaints about diminished performance following the 2008 changes Others changes included redesigned seats daytime running lamps optional steering mounted audio controls and other additional features The Tribute was discontinued in November 2011 at the end of the 2011 model year replaced by the Mazda CX 5 for 2012 Mercury edit nbsp 2008 2010 Mercury MarinerFor the 2008 model year the Mariner was significantly updated with a new look although it remained on the Ford CD2 platform used by the previous generation The first 2008 Mercury Mariner was unveiled at the South Florida International Auto Show on October 6 2006 The changes included a new seats headlights taillights a new liftgate a higher beltline and new doors and wheels The interior was also significantly updated with higher quality materials and more refined features The engines remained the same but the 3 0 L Duratec V6 has been modified to reduce fuel consumption by 10 The 2009 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner were unveiled at the 2008 Washington Auto Show Sporting a 2 5 liter engine and 6 speed automatic transmission that replaced the four speed automatic transmission the new powertrain improved the EPA fuel economy by 1 mile per gallon and increased power by 11 to 170 hp 127 kW Also the existing 3 0 liter Duratec V6 was bumped from 200 hp 149 kW to 240 hp 179 kW The new engine was also the new basis for Ford s hybrid models including the Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid For every eight Escape and Mariner vehicles we sell one of them is a hybrid and the appeal is growing says Sue Cischke Ford senior vice president Sustainability Environment and Safety Engineering For the 2010 model year the Mariner added Ford s MyKey and trailer sway controls as standard on all trim levels The Mariner engine has a Flex Fuel option on all models meaning they can use E85 fuel or regular unleaded only on the optional V6 engine Ford has also done away with the Euro style turn signal repeaters for this model year For the 2011 model year the Mariner featured HD Radio as a standard but continued with the same features as the 2010 models This version of the Mariner was its last as Ford discontinued the Mercury brand due to declining sales Ford ended production of the Mariner in October 2010 The last one rolled off the assembly line on October 5 2010 Hybrid edit nbsp 2009 2012 Ford Escape HybridThe second generation Ford Escape Hybrid received some minor styling tweaks inside and out The major cosmetic changes included new bumpers grille headlights and taillights to match Ford s new edge style But the drivetrain was essentially the same mechanically but has had extensive software modifications 51 For 2009 a larger more powerful engine was introduced together with a revised suspension addition of stability control the debut of Sync voice control system and a capless fuel filler system 52 The batteries and other hybrid components in a 2009 Escape hybrid added about 136 kg 300 lbs to the vehicle However the added weight was blamed for an adverse effect in handling 53 Furthermore from 2009 onward rear disc brakes of previous years were swapped for drum brakes which was criticized as a strange step backward 52 The second generation Escape Hybrid was offered in two levels of specification an undesignated base model and the more expensive Limited trim The base included a 60 40 split fold rear bench seat AdvanceTrac with roll stability control and a single disc four speaker CD MP3 stereo with Sirius Satellite Radio compatibility The Limited adds a chrome front grille heated front seats a six way power driver s seat and full leather upholstery rear park assist ambient lighting and 16 inch six spoke alloy wheels For the 2009 model year Ford SYNC became standard on both Hybrid trims and the Ford Escape Hybrid replaced the ESCAPE badges on doors with HYBRID while relocating the logo for Ford hybrid models from near the driver s side doors next to the HYBRID text 2010 models saw the addition of MyKey trailer sway controls and integrated spotter mirror for better blind spot viewing New optional extras are active park assist and a rear view camera Ford developed a prototype E85 Hybrid Escape the first flexible fuel hybrid electric vehicle capable of running on 85 ethanol 54 In 2007 Ford produced 20 demonstration Escape Hybrid E85s for real world testing in fleets around the U S 55 56 From 2009 the gas engine was 2 5L Atkinson cycle four cylinder engine with 155 hp at 6 000 rpm with an electric motor that produces 94 hp at 5 000 rpm The maximum combined output of both was 177 hp 57 The U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA rated the fuel economy for the 2010 Escape Hybrid FWD at 34 miles per US gallon 6 9 L 100 km 41 mpg imp city and 31 miles per US gallon 7 6 L 100 km 37 mpg imp highway 58 The following table compares fuel economy carbon footprint and petroleum consumption between the hybrid version and other drivetrains of the Escape family as estimated by the EPA and the U S Department of Energy The Escape Hybrid met both California s SULEV and PZEV standards with tailpipe emissions better than 90 less than the average 2003 new car and zero evaporative emissions 59 By early 2012 Ford discontinued the production of the Escape Hybrid due to the introduction of the third generation Escape Two of the new 2013 model year Escapes have direct injected and turbocharged EcoBoost units of 1 6 and 2 0 liters that deliver a higher fuel economy than the 2012 model A total of 122 850 Escape Hybrids were built since 2005 along with 12 300 units of its sibling the Mercury Mariner Hybrid discontinued in 2010 20 Plug in hybrid edit nbsp Demonstration Ford Escape plug in hybrid in New York City nbsp Demonstration Ford Escape E85 flex fuel plug in hybridThree companies have converted Ford Escape Hybrids to plug in under a contract with the NYSERDA and delivered them in 2007 Electrovaya of Toronto Canada Hymotion also of Toronto Canada Hybrids Plus of Boulder Colorado United States 60 Ford developed a research Escape Plug in Hybrid and delivered the first of a fleet of 20 to Southern California Edison SCE in December 2007 to begin road testing This project was a collaboration aimed to explore the future of plug in hybrids and evaluate how the vehicles might interact with the home and the utility s electrical grid Some of the vehicles were evaluated in typical customer settings according to Ford 61 62 63 Ford also developed the first ever flexible fuel plug in hybrid SUV which was delivered to the United States Department of Energy in June 2008 This plug in version of the Escape Hybrid runs on gasoline or E85 and is also part of the demonstration fleet Ford developed in a partnership with Southern California Edison and the Electric Power Research Institute 64 Both the E85 version and the conventional gasoline engine version use a 10 kwh lithium ion battery which allows for a 30 mile 48 km range at 40 miles per hour 64 km h or less When the battery s charge drops to 30 the vehicle switches to its four cylinder engine assisted by the batteries operating as a regular hybrid electric vehicle The vehicle has a display system that shows the driver how efficient the vehicle is at any given time If the vehicle uses its engine and is running in traditional hybrid mode fuel economy is rated at 88 miles per U S gallon 2 7 L 100 km 106 mpg imp in the city and 50 miles per U S gallon 4 7 L 100 km 60 mpg imp on the highway 64 65 This fleet of 20 Ford Escape Plug ins was field tested with utility company fleets in California New York Ohio North Carolina Alabama Georgia Massachusetts Michigan and Quebec Canada with sales scheduled to being in 2012 65 66 In August 2009 Ford delivered the first Escape Plug in equipped with intelligent vehicle to grid V2G communications and control system technology to American Electric Power of Columbus Ohio This technology allows the vehicle operator to program when to recharge the vehicle for how long and at what utility rate The battery systems communicate directly with the electrical grid via smart meters provided by utility companies through wireless networking 67 During the two years since the demonstration program began the fleet of Escape Plug ins has logged more than 75 000 miles 121 000 km and Ford plans to equip all 21 plug in hybrid Escapes with the vehicle to grid communications technology 67 The Ford demonstration vehicles and Hybrids Plus conversions are similar The conversion involves the replacement of the original NiMH battery located on the floor of the trunk with a larger capacity Li ion battery in the same location and substantially the same volume as the original battery The Electrovaya and Hymotion conversions retain the original battery and augment its capacity with a Li ion battery that occupies a significant portion of the trunk In all cases the conversion also involves the addition of a charger and of a power plug Third generation 2013 editSee also Ford Kuga second generation Third generation nbsp OverviewAlso calledFord KugaProductionApril 2012 2019Model years2013 2019AssemblyUnited States Louisville Kentucky Louisville Assembly Plant Spain Valencia FV Kuga China Chongqing Changan Ford Kuga Taiwan Chungli FLH Kuga Russia Yelabuga FS Kuga DesignerPatrick Verhee Stefan Lamm Andrea Di Buduo Kemal Curic 2010 68 Body and chassisPlatformFord C1PowertrainEngineGasoline 1 6 L EcoBoost I4 T2 0 L EcoBoost I4 T1 5 L EcoBoost I4 T2 5 L Duratec I4Transmission6 speed 6F35 automatic6 speed PowerShift automatic6 speed SelectShift automaticDimensionsWheelbase2 690 mm 105 9 in Length4 524 mm 178 1 in Width1 838 mm 72 4 in Height1 702 mm 67 0 in Curb weight1 580 1 707 kg 3 483 3 763 lb The third generation Escape was first shown at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show It was designed and rebadged by Ford of Europe alongside the largely identical European market Ford Kuga 69 70 It was released to North American markets in 2012 for the 2013 model year Many markets that previously used the Escape nameplate have switched to Kuga under the One Ford program apart from the Middle East where it still bears the Escape nameplate 71 The third generation Escape is claimed to be 10 percent more aerodynamic than the previous generation 72 Also new for the 2013 model year is the MyFord Touch entertainment system which offers an all new user interface and additional features Another new feature is the optional hands free liftgate A person carrying the keyless entry transmitter can raise a foot under the rear bumper of the Escape to open the tailgate 73 Ecofriendly seat fabrics are standard on lower trim levels and the vehicle s carpeting is mostly constructed from recycled plastic water bottles This allows the new Escape to be mostly recyclable at the end of its lifecycle citation needed Production of the 2013 Ford Escape began 11 April 2012 with ceremonies in June 2012 74 The production of the previous generation 2012 Escape ended on 28 April 2012 overlapping slightly in production with the 2013 model due to plant issues with the 2012 Ford Escape vehicles being limited in availability at Ford showrooms citation needed In May 2012 the third generation Escape became available at most dealerships across the United States and was introduced in Canada starting June nbsp Rear view nbsp InteriorPowertrain edit The basic engine is a 2 5 liter naturally aspirated inline four engine Two EcoBoost inline four cylinder turbocharged engines are offered in North America which are 1 6 liter and 2 0 liter unit The 2013 Escape is the first Ford vehicle to offer the 1 6 liter unit Ford claims that the fuel economy of the new 1 6 liter EcoBoost engine will match that of the previous Ford Escape Hybrid while the new 2 0 liter engine produces more torque than the current V6 unit The transmission is a six speed automatic 73 Compared to its predecessor both the hybrid model with its 2 5 liter Atkinson powertrain and the 3 0 L V6 engine have been dropped The C Max Hybrid indirectly replaced the Escape Hybrid 75 Trim levels edit The third generation Escape was offered with front wheel drive in the S trim level and front or all wheel drive in the SE SEL and Titanium trim levels 76 The SEL trim was discontinued after the 2013 model year but was reintroduced for 2018 For the 2015 model in the United States and Canada Ford updated the standard naturally aspirated 2 5 liter four cylinder engine s specification to 168 hp 125 kW and 170 lb ft 230 N m of torque 2017 refresh edit On 18 November 2015 Ford unveiled a refreshed mid cycle update of the Escape which went on sale in the beginning of 2016 for the 2017 model year The refresh added an Edge inspired front fascia while tweaking the rear end that now sports reshaped LED taillights and a newly adopted two slat hexagonal grille The interior was also adjusted slightly in the cabin area and on the steering wheel The Sync 3 infotainment system was added as a new feature along with a new smartphone app called Sync Connect which allows owners to remotely monitor their vehicle check fuel levels lock and unlock doors and start the engine The 2 5 and 2 0 EcoBoost engine line up was joined by a new 179 hp 133 kW 1 5 L turbocharged four cylinder option replacing the 1 6 L 77 Ford engineers promised additional refinement to the 2017 Escape particularly as evidenced by extremely low road and wind noise levels The doors and B pillars are insulated the front wheel wells are lined and acoustic glass is used for the side windows Also new seals are used for the windshield and hood The new Escape showcased a number of new to it features from faster charging USB ports to an application that lets drivers unlock the vehicle and start the engine through a smartphone Dubbed Sync Connect this feature helps to locate the vehicle in a crowded parking lot check the fuel level and alert the owner when service is due A number of driver assist features were available Enhanced park assist lane keeping forward collision warning and adaptive cruise control 78 Production of the facelifted 2017 Ford Escape started on 18 March 2016 at the Louisville Assembly Plant in Kentucky 79 nbsp 2018 Escape Titanium nbsp Rear viewSafety edit NHTSA 2013 Ford Escape 80 Overall nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp Frontal Driver nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp Frontal Passenger nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp Side Driver nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp Side Passenger nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp Side Pole Driver nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp Rollover FWD nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp 19 1 Rollover AWD nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp 18 5 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety IIHS scores 81 Moderate overlap frontal offset Good 82 Small overlap frontal offset driver 2013 16 Poor 83 Small overlap frontal offset driver 2017 19 Acceptable 83 Small overlap frontal offset passenger 2013 19 Poor 84 Side impact Good 85 Roof strength Good 86 Recall edit In March 2017 Ford recalled 692 700 2014 Escapes because of faulty door latches 87 Fire hazard edit In December 2012 Ford recalled over 70 000 Escapes in the United States and Canada with 1 6 L engines that may overheat and cause fires after 12 reports of fires in Escapes were reported to Ford 88 In November 2013 Ford recalled over 160 000 Escapes with 1 6 L EcoBoost engines because of oil and fuel leaks that could lead to engine fires after 13 fires caused by leaks were reported to Ford the recall also covered about 12 000 to correct fuel lines installed incorrectly that could become chafed and leak gasoline 89 In March 2017 Ford recalled 2014 Escapes with 1 6 L EcoBoost engines because of a risk of engine fires caused by a lack of coolant circulation The recall partly contributed to a charge of US 300 million by Ford 90 91 Fourth generation 2020 editSee also Ford Kuga third generation Fourth generation nbsp OverviewAlso calledFord KugaProductionAugust 2019 92 presentModel years2020 presentAssemblyUnited States Louisville Kentucky Louisville Assembly Plant China Chongqing Changan Ford Spain Valencia Valencia Plant Kuga Taiwan Chungli FLH Kuga DesignerAndrew Bazinski 93 Christopher Giroux Nedzad Mujcinovic Jordan Demkiw facelift Body and chassisPlatformFord C2RelatedLincoln CorsairFord Bronco SportFord MaverickFord Focus fourth generation PowertrainEngineGasoline 1 5 L Ecoboost I3 turbo2 0 L Ecoboost I4 turboGasoline hybrid plug in hybrid 2 5 L Duratec iVCT Atkinson cycle I4Electric motor88 kW 120 PS 118 hp permanent magnet synchronousPower outputList Gasoline 181 hp 184 PS 135 kW 1 5 L EcoBoost 250 hp 253 PS 186 kW 2 0 L EcoBoost Gasoline hybrid 200 hp 203 PS 149 kW 2 5 L Duratec combined Gasoline plug in hybrid 209 hp 212 PS 156 kW 2 5 L Duratec combined Transmission8 speed 8FM SelectShift automaticPowerSplit CVTHybrid drivetrainParallel hybridPlug in hybridBattery1 1 kWh lithium ion hybrid 14 4 kWh lithium ion plug in hybrid DimensionsWheelbase106 7 in 2 710 mm Length180 5 in 4 585 mm Width74 1 in 1 882 mm Height66 1 in 1 679 mm Curb weight3 299 3 551 lb 1 496 1 611 kg 3 554 3 706 lb 1 612 1 681 kg FHEV 3 884 lb 1 762 kg PHEV 94 ChronologyPredecessorFord C Max Escape Hybrid The fourth generation Escape debuted on April 2 2019 and went on sale in the third quarter of 2019 as a 2020 model It is manufactured at the Louisville Assembly Plant in Louisville Kentucky It is related to the third generation Ford Kuga outside North America Compared to its predecessor the model is claimed to be lighter by over 200 pounds 91 kg while occupying a footprint that is larger due to a wider track and longer length With its larger size the Escape provides more interior space for occupants by increasing headroom shoulder space and hip room for both rows of seats Combustion powered models are equipped with sliding second row seats that allows a maximum of 37 5 cubic feet 1 062 L of cargo space 95 In China the fourth generation Escape has a slightly restyled front fascia compared to the North American version and would be sold alongside the previous generation which was sold as the Ford Kuga 96 97 nbsp Rear view nbsp InteriorMarkets edit United States edit In the United States the Escape was available in five trim levels from 2020 to 2022 S SE SE Sport SEL and Titanium All trims except for the S trim only available with a gasoline engine and the SE Sport only available as a gasoline hybrid model are available with gasoline only gasoline hybrid and gasoline plug in hybrid PHEV powertrains Gasoline only models use an eight speed automatic transmission while all other models use a continuously variable transmission CVT All models also offer a choice of either front wheel drive or all wheel drive except for PHEV models which are only available with front wheel drive 98 There are four new engine transmission combinations including a plug in gas electric hybrid that can go 37 miles 60 km on electricity alone with an efficiency rating of 100 MPGe 99 as well as a conventional hybrid and two turbocharged engines mated to an eight speed automatic transmission The base engine a turbocharged 1 5 liter inline three cylinder makes 181 hp 184 PS 135 kW and 190 lb ft 258 N m 26 3 kg m of torque It is paired with an eight speed automatic transmission with front wheel drive or optional all wheel drive An available turbocharged 2 0 liter four cylinder engine makes 250 hp 253 PS 186 kW and 280 lb ft 380 N m of torque but only comes with all wheel drive The Escape Hybrid returning after an extended absence and all new plug in hybrid are powered by a 2 5 liter gasoline inline four that runs on the more efficient Atkinson cycle along with two electric motors and a planetary gearset that combines the two power sources and allows for gear ratio changes essentially operating as a continuously variable automatic transmission The standard hybrid s battery pack is rated at 1 1 kilowatt hours while the plug in hybrid s is significantly larger at 14 4 kWh both are lithium ion packs that fit under the floor Combined horsepower for the standard hybrid is 200 hp 203 PS 149 kW while the plug in has 209 hp 212 PS 156 kW combined 100 101 It has S SE SE Sport SEL and Titanium trim levels 100 101 The PHEV model became available in U S dealers in October 2021 for the 2021 model year 102 Mexico edit On October 17 2019 this generation went on sale in Mexico 103 Australia edit The fourth generation Escape became available in Australia in the third quarter of 2020 designated as the ZH series 104 While marketed as the Escape the Australian model adopts the exterior styling from the European Kuga as the vehicles are sourced from Spain 105 Powertrain options include a 2 0 litre EcoBoost gasoline engine and a 2 5 litre plug in hybrid Trim levels offered are standard ST Line and Vignale 106 China and Taiwan edit In China the fourth generation Escape was sold alongside its predecessor which was sold as the Kuga in China The Chinese market version features a restyled front fascia with a larger grille and the blue oval logo being positioned in the center of the grille 107 The same styling variant was also sold as the Ford Kuga in the Taiwanese market with the 1 5 liter engine models while 2 0 liter engine models were sold with European styling front grille nbsp Ford Escape China nbsp Rear view nbsp ST Line2023 refresh edit Ford announced a refreshed Escape lineup for the North American market in October 2022 for the 2023 model year 108 Among other changes the previous trim lineup was entirely replaced The S SE and Titanium trims were supplanted by Base Active and Platinum respectively the SEL trim was also discontinued and indirectly replaced with three ST Line trim levels Meanwhile the plug in hybrid version previously offered in combination with other trims became a standalone trim 109 The Escape will be discontinued in Australasia and be indirectly replaced by Kuga Hybrid in 2024 110 nbsp 2023 Escape Hybrid nbsp Rear viewSales editFord Escape edit Year United States Australia Mexico 111 2000 42 635 112 2001 164 184 113 2 8422002 145 471 114 3 6062003 167 678 3 2382004 183 430 115 3 2522005 165 122 115 2 685 9 7962006 157 395 116 2 852 9 7162007 165 596 2 639 10 8572008 156 544 117 1 794 12 2602009 173 044 1 039 8 2812010 191 026 118 3 034 8 9162011 254 293 119 2 512 10 9382012 261 008 120 121 939 8 6182013 295 993 122 9 8992014 306 212 123 7 7732015 306 492 124 7 0852016 307 069 125 7 6252017 308 296 126 6 7442018 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