The 2018 Ford Escape is a compact SUV that does a little of everything: it is easy to park in downtown Lawrence, roomy enough for a Costco run in Topeka and capable enough for a snowy Kansas morning when equipped with intelligent 4WD.
Engines
- 2.5L i-VCT four-cylinder – standard on the Escape S, a simple and efficient choice.
- 1.5L EcoBoost – standard on SE and SEL with Auto Start-Stop for better around-town economy.
- 2.0L EcoBoost – available on SE/SEL and Titanium, rated at 245 horsepower and able to tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped.
Trim Levels
S gives you the essentials, including a rearview camera. SE adds the EcoBoost engine, alloy wheels and available 4WD. The SEL (new for 2018) adds leather-trimmed seats, SYNC 3 and a hands-free liftgate. Titanium tops the line with premium audio, available navigation, Active Park Assist and more. See our Escape trim level breakdown for a closer look.
Space and Technology
The Escape offers more than 68 cubic feet of cargo room with the rear seats folded, and SYNC 3 brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Read more about Escape storage.
How It Compares
See the Escape against the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5, Ford Explorer and Chevy Equinox.
