Choosing a crossover SUV can be hard, considering how many there are on the market right now. One great choice would be to consider is the Ford Escape. Here are some of the many reasons that help set the Ford Escape apart from the rest.
1. The Style is Easy on the Eyes
The Ford Escape is one of the most stylish crossovers. The front end, that was recently updated, helps give the Escape a refined look. The black exterior trim helps it look more esthetically appeasing. It can also provide some signature paint colors such as Lightning Blue, Canyon Ridge, and Ruby Red, just to name a few.
2. It’s Super Comfy
The Ford Escape has a soft suspension that absorbs any and all of the bumps the road can throw at you. The ride is very smooth and that makes it a great vehicle for any sort of travel and long commutes.
3. Great Cargo Space
The Escape has some of the best cargo space in the SUV community. With your rear seats down, you can get an impressive amount of space for anything you may need to haul around. If you have passengers and cargo, you still have plenty of space with the seats up. The cargo floor is low, making it easier to get your stuff in and out of the car.
4. Good Safety Ratings
In crash tests, the Ford Escape rates near the top of the list in every crash scenario. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration also gave it five out of five stars. All models come with a tire-pressure monitor and brake assist, as well as dual-stage airbags. These are designed to keep the driver and passenger from accidentally being injured by the airbags themselves.
5. All-Wheel Drive is an Option!
Optional all-wheel drive makes the Ford Escape good for any season, climate, or weather because we all know how Wisconsin weather can be! It also makes excellent traction and even can help with some light off-road duties.
6. It’s Affordable
If you’re on a budget, the Ford Escape will definitely get your attention. With interior tech features, amazing safety scores, the Escape provides a lot of bang for your buck. The Escape’s reliability also provides a lower-than-average cost of ownership.
7. It Comes with Ford SYNC
Ford has been doing a pretty great job with its infotainment systems, as well as keeping up to date on technology. The SYNC systems feature a large touchscreen and voice-command technology, as well as connectivity with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
8. Great Gas Mileage
The Ford Escape comes equipped with 1.5L 4 cylinder EcoBoost Engine. It helps give it a great mix of performance and efficiency. It will provide an almost unheard of 23 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway!
9. The Interior is Trendy
The interior of the Ford Escape seems luxurious, more so than other vehicles in terms of price range. The materials are good quality, and the finish is top of the line. The seats are very comfortable with the cloth or leather trim options.
10. Sporty Handling
The Escape feels lively when steering turns. It's responsive and provides feedback to the driver. Braking is strong and consistent as well. And with all-wheel drive as an optional, it makes the vehicle excellent in all-weather situations.
These are all such great reasons to own a Ford Escape! We have several on the lot regularly here at Schmit Bros, so stop in today to see what we can do for you!