2020 Ford Escape
01-06-19, 01:27 PM
#16
Lexus Fanatic
Way too soft looking IMHO...
01-06-19, 03:20 PM
#17
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except Toyota's powertrain choices for the Rav4 are lame as hell vs the Escape (2019 engine choices- standard 2.5-liter I-4 engine offering 168 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque while getting up to 21 city MPG and 29 highway MPG. The 2019 Ford Escape SE and SEL trim levels feature a standard 1.5-liter EcoBoost I-4 engine offering 179 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque while getting up to 23 city MPG and 30 highway MPG. The 2019 Ford Escape Titanium trim level features a standard 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine offering 245 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque while getting up to 21 city MPG and 28 highway MPG)
- The engine in the new 2019 RAV4 is the new Dynamic Force A25A 2.5-litre I4, offering 203 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, and 32 mpg city and 42 mpg highway.
- The engine in the old 2018 RAV4 is the old 2AR 2.5-litre I4, offering 176 hp and 172 lb-ft of torque, and 28 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.
01-06-19, 06:41 PM
#18
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I don’t think those mpg numbers are right ..... even for the hybrid.
01-06-19, 06:44 PM
#19
This might not be *official*, but it is from Toyota.com
https://www.toyota.com/upcoming-vehicles/RAV4/
I do have to say. If this is true then the NX Hybrid needs to get the newest 219 total system hp powertrain stat. Current is rated at 33/30/31 with 20 less Total system hp (194)
MPGRAV4 Hybrid models are the efficiency leaders of the lineup with an estimated mpg of 41/37/39 (city/hwy./combined).
I do have to say. If this is true then the NX Hybrid needs to get the newest 219 total system hp powertrain stat. Current is rated at 33/30/31 with 20 less Total system hp (194)
01-06-19, 06:58 PM
#20
Lexus Champion
I am not sure where you got your numbers for the RAV4 engine but these numbers are from Toyota:
- The engine in the new 2019 RAV4 is the new Dynamic Force A25A 2.5-litre I4, offering 203 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, and 32 mpg city and 42 mpg highway.
- The engine in the old 2018 RAV4 is the old 2AR 2.5-litre I4, offering 176 hp and 172 lb-ft of torque, and 28 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.
I looked on the Toyota USA website and it gave 26 mpg city / 35 mpg highway for the 2019 RAV4, and 34 mpg city / 30 mpg highway for the 2018 RAV4 Hybrid. For comparison purposes, the 2019 Camry (that uses the same A25A engine) is listed at 29 mpg city / 41 mpg highway and 51 mpg city / 53 mpg highway for the Camry Hybrid.
The new Dynamic Force A25A is incredibly efficient (40% thermal efficiency for the regular gasoline engine and 41% for the hybrid engine).
02-20-19, 10:55 AM
#22
2020 Ford Escape VIN documents show three engines and two hybrids
Base engine is the 1.3-liter "Dragon" three-cylinder
Based on VIN decoder documents Ford submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, we learned of engine options for the 2020 Lincoln Corsair. The same paperwork shows 2020 Escape trims and engines with a little variation on the Lincoln sibling. The base Escape S will get Ford's 1.3-liter Dragon three-cylinder, with a horsepower yet to be declared. It will replace the 1.5-liter EcoBoost cylinder that makes 179 hp and 177 pound-feet of torque in the current Escape S.
The Corsair's base engine will be the top-tier engine in the Escape — a 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder. As we saw with the Corsair specs, though, it looks like Ford's cutting back on horsepower. The Escape document lists the 2.0-liter as "240PS GAS," which is 237 horsepower, same as it did with the Corsair. That 2.0-liter currently makes 245 hp in the Escape and the Lincoln MKC, a drop of eight horses. The premium engine in the Corsair, a 2.3-liter EcoBoost, is listed as having 275 hp, which is 10 hp less than the 2.3-liter in the current MKC.
It looks like there'll be a traditional hybrid and a plug-in hybrid for the Escape, since Ford lists FHEV (full hybrid-electric vehicle) and PHEV on the documents. Both use the 2.5-liter Duratec four-cylinder. Hybrid horsepower isn't listed on the VIN paperwork, but that engine presently makes 168 hp and 170 lb-ft in the base Escape S. The same engine in the Fusion S puts out 175 hp and 175 lb-ft.
The Escape will come in the same four trims as today: S, SE, SEL and Titanium. Any can be optioned with all-wheel drive, but only the SE, SEL and Titanium offer hybrid options and plug-in hybrid options. On the Corsair, the PHEV is a trim to itself and only available with all-wheel drive. Sadly, there's no indication of an Escape ST.
With the Escape due in showrooms sometime this year.
The Corsair's base engine will be the top-tier engine in the Escape — a 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder. As we saw with the Corsair specs, though, it looks like Ford's cutting back on horsepower. The Escape document lists the 2.0-liter as "240PS GAS," which is 237 horsepower, same as it did with the Corsair. That 2.0-liter currently makes 245 hp in the Escape and the Lincoln MKC, a drop of eight horses. The premium engine in the Corsair, a 2.3-liter EcoBoost, is listed as having 275 hp, which is 10 hp less than the 2.3-liter in the current MKC.
It looks like there'll be a traditional hybrid and a plug-in hybrid for the Escape, since Ford lists FHEV (full hybrid-electric vehicle) and PHEV on the documents. Both use the 2.5-liter Duratec four-cylinder. Hybrid horsepower isn't listed on the VIN paperwork, but that engine presently makes 168 hp and 170 lb-ft in the base Escape S. The same engine in the Fusion S puts out 175 hp and 175 lb-ft.
The Escape will come in the same four trims as today: S, SE, SEL and Titanium. Any can be optioned with all-wheel drive, but only the SE, SEL and Titanium offer hybrid options and plug-in hybrid options. On the Corsair, the PHEV is a trim to itself and only available with all-wheel drive. Sadly, there's no indication of an Escape ST.
With the Escape due in showrooms sometime this year.
04-02-19, 11:18 AM
#23
Lexus Champion
If Ford didn’t make full-size trucks, its biggest-seller would be a small SUV.
official reveal...
(Ford)
The Ford Escape is brand’s most popular 'not a pickup' and one of America’s top-selling models, despite being one of the oldest and smallest vehicles in its class. That’s about to change with the all-new 2020 Escape, which goes on sale this fall.
(Ford)
The fully redesigned Escape has a roomier passenger cabin that the current edition and a sliding second-row seat that can provide the most legroom in the segment, or be shifted forward to increase cargo space. A new-look dashboard features a tablet-style infotainment system augmented with analog ***** for volume, tuning and climate control, plus an available digital instrument cluster and a head-up display projected onto a pop-up screen in front of the steering wheel.
(Ford)
Several powertrains will be offered including 180 hp 1.5-liter 3-cylinder and 250-hp 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engines with 8-speed automatic transmissions, and a 198 hp hybrid that combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with an electric motor and CVT transmission. Next spring Ford will add a plug-in hybrid to the lineup with over 30 miles of all-electric range.
(Ford)
The plug-in will only come in a front-wheel-drive version because the packaging of the battery pack beneath the rear seats doesn’t allow for a driveshaft, but the other powertrains will be available with all-wheel-drive and tow ratings up to 2,000 pounds. The hybrid without a plug will be standard on the top of the line Titanium trim and the only powertrain available on the SE Sport, highlighting its “no-compromise” blend of power and performance, according to Ford SUV marketing manager Craig Patterson.
(Ford)
The Escape will also come standard with Ford’s new Co-pilot360 suite of electronic driver aids, which incorporates automatic emergency brakes and lane-keeping assist. A self-parking system can be added that’s bundled with an evasive steering system that scans the road ahead and uses gentle tugs at the steering wheel to help guide a driver around obstacles during an emergency maneuver.
(Ford)
Ford sold over 270,000 Escapes in 2018 and has moved more than 300,000 in prior years, but Patterson doesn’t expect it will build too many more of the new model, despite Ford’s elimination of several sedans and hatchbacks from its lineup. That’s because it's not the only compact SUV it has in the works.
Ford released this teaser image of the "baby Bronco" last year. (Ford)
The Escape will be joined by a more ruggedly-designed, off-road capable model built on the same platform late next year that’s nicknamed the “baby Bronco” and expected to appeal to an expanded customer base.
Fuel economy and pricing for the 2020 Escape will be revealed closer to its on-sale date, but the current version starts at $25,200.
https://www.foxnews.com/auto/2020-fo...n-hybrid-power
official reveal...
(Ford)
The Ford Escape is brand’s most popular 'not a pickup' and one of America’s top-selling models, despite being one of the oldest and smallest vehicles in its class. That’s about to change with the all-new 2020 Escape, which goes on sale this fall.
(Ford)
The fully redesigned Escape has a roomier passenger cabin that the current edition and a sliding second-row seat that can provide the most legroom in the segment, or be shifted forward to increase cargo space. A new-look dashboard features a tablet-style infotainment system augmented with analog ***** for volume, tuning and climate control, plus an available digital instrument cluster and a head-up display projected onto a pop-up screen in front of the steering wheel.
(Ford)
Several powertrains will be offered including 180 hp 1.5-liter 3-cylinder and 250-hp 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engines with 8-speed automatic transmissions, and a 198 hp hybrid that combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with an electric motor and CVT transmission. Next spring Ford will add a plug-in hybrid to the lineup with over 30 miles of all-electric range.
(Ford)
The plug-in will only come in a front-wheel-drive version because the packaging of the battery pack beneath the rear seats doesn’t allow for a driveshaft, but the other powertrains will be available with all-wheel-drive and tow ratings up to 2,000 pounds. The hybrid without a plug will be standard on the top of the line Titanium trim and the only powertrain available on the SE Sport, highlighting its “no-compromise” blend of power and performance, according to Ford SUV marketing manager Craig Patterson.
(Ford)
The Escape will also come standard with Ford’s new Co-pilot360 suite of electronic driver aids, which incorporates automatic emergency brakes and lane-keeping assist. A self-parking system can be added that’s bundled with an evasive steering system that scans the road ahead and uses gentle tugs at the steering wheel to help guide a driver around obstacles during an emergency maneuver.
(Ford)
Ford sold over 270,000 Escapes in 2018 and has moved more than 300,000 in prior years, but Patterson doesn’t expect it will build too many more of the new model, despite Ford’s elimination of several sedans and hatchbacks from its lineup. That’s because it's not the only compact SUV it has in the works.
Ford released this teaser image of the "baby Bronco" last year. (Ford)
The Escape will be joined by a more ruggedly-designed, off-road capable model built on the same platform late next year that’s nicknamed the “baby Bronco” and expected to appeal to an expanded customer base.
Fuel economy and pricing for the 2020 Escape will be revealed closer to its on-sale date, but the current version starts at $25,200.
https://www.foxnews.com/auto/2020-fo...n-hybrid-power
Last edited by bagwell; 04-02-19 at 11:24 AM.
04-02-19, 11:59 AM
#24
Lexus Fanatic
I actually liked the Escape when it came out, not even sure why. Maybe because it was a little turbo car. I have since decided, and remember I am one who said I'd be happy driving a Corolla as long as it's a 6MT, I have since decided to F that. I see older people driving those near entry level cars and they seem to be angry and aggressive. Gots to not get that way, life is too short.
04-02-19, 08:52 PM
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I just can't get pass the front end of this thing. I don't mind the grill shape Ford's been using since the inception of the outgoing Fusion, but it doesn't work here. It's integration is awful. Headlights look dated and it's new for 2020. Actually, the whole vehicle looks dated. The 2017 CX-5 looks years newer than this 2020.
Ford also continues to produce these cheap interiors too. Cheapest in the industry. Gauges are the only advanced thing I'm seeing.
Ford also continues to produce these cheap interiors too. Cheapest in the industry. Gauges are the only advanced thing I'm seeing.
04-02-19, 10:22 PM
#26
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Nothing impressive here at all. Just an average, copy-cat. The exterior is soft and weak, the taillights overstyled and look like eyesockets without eyeballs, and the lack of a gear shifter is a bane.
If it's priced cheap, it will sell. Much of America doesn't know better in this segment.
If it's priced cheap, it will sell. Much of America doesn't know better in this segment.
04-02-19, 11:01 PM
#27
I think the styling fits its intended buyer pretty well. This is no rugged off-roader, it is the roomier replacement for the Fusion sedan. Ford sold almost 300,000 of the current model last year so it is a big market. The Edge is a step up in size and price and the new RWD based Explorer is the 3 row step up. This is also the basis for the new Lincoln Corsair (the performer formerly known as MKC) so there are some nicer interiors coming. Escape will also have a hybrid coming soon. I see it as a real competitor for the RAV4, CR-V, and CX-5.
04-03-19, 04:21 AM
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I think it looks ok. And it will sell.
04-03-19, 07:34 AM
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04-03-19, 07:39 AM
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Not sure why it sells though. It's inferior to everything in class yet is in the same pricing ballpark. This new one does nothing to advance it's cause. Feels like Ford is just going through the motions with this vehicle and yet it's one of the most important segments.