Design
Green
Performance
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Don't let the "small SUV" category fool you. There’s roomy, comfortable seating for five plus a versatile cargo area with 31.4 cu. ft. (30.9 cu. ft. in the Escape Hybrid) of space behind the rear seats. Need more room? Fold the rear seats down for 67.2 cu. ft. (66.4 in the Escape Hybrid) of total storage space. The roof rack can carry up to 100 lbs. of cargo with the available crossbars. Even the smallest storage needs are accommodated, with a three-tier storage system in the center console that has a hidden level big enough for a laptop or a purse.
Cargo Space
The Escape can carry passengers, cargo or a combination of both. Featuring front bucket seats and a 60/40 split-fold rear bench seat, the Escape can accommodate five passengers plus their cargo (31.4 cu. ft. of space behind the rear seats, 30.9 cu. ft. in the Escape Hybrid). If you require more room for your gear, you can fold down both rear seat backs for 67.2 cu. ft. of total cargo space (66.4 cu. ft. in the Escape Hybrid). If you have an extra passenger and a little less cargo, simply leave one of the seat backs up. It’s that simple.
Designed for Comfort
Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control (DEATC) allows you and your front passenger to set individual temperature zones for complete comfort. DEATC comes standard on all the Escape Hybrid models (shown), and is available on the Escape Limited.
Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler
With the standard Easy Fuel® capless fuel filler, fill-ups are quick and eliminate the possibility of driving off with a missing or improperly installed gas cap. The industry-first feature also helps to reduce smog-forming evaporative emissions. When fueling is completed and the fuel pump nozzle is removed, the feature automatically seals shut.
Power Moonroof
Enjoy the sunshine and fresh air with the available power moonroof. Open or close the moonroof with the push of a button. There is also a vent feature if you simply want fresh air in the cabin. A sunshade and mini overhead console are included. The moonroof and Ford SYNC® are included in the Sun & SYNC® Package on the Escape XLT. The moonroof and 320-watt Premium Sound System are included in the Moon & Tune Package in the Escape Limited. The moonroof is standard on the Hybrid Limited and optional on the Hybrid.
Roof Rack
When it comes time to load and go, you’ll be glad you have available roof rails. Just add optional Ford Accessory crossbars and a Ford Accessory rack or carrier to match your activity – from bicycling to kayaking to skiing and more. The side rails are black on the XLS, XLT and the Escape Hybrid, chrome on the Escape Limited and the Hybrid Limited. The available Cargo Package, optional on the Escape XLS and XLT and standard on the Escape Limited, offers further cargo-carrying convenience. It features a cargo area cover, roof rails with crossbars and a wet trunk bin.
Safety Features
The Escape is designed to help create a safe interior environment with a strong body structure that includes a front crumple zone and side-door intrusion beams and standard comprehensive airbag coverage. Dual-stage front airbags,* included in the Personal Safety System,™ enhance protection coverage for the driver and front passenger. The six standard airbags also include front seat-mounted side airbags and the Safety Canopy® System with side curtain airbags.* Additionally, standard side view mirrors with integrated spotter mirrors help reduce rear vision blind spots.
*Always wear your safety belt and secure children in the rear seat.
Talk About Versatility
It’s the little things in the Escape that make a big impression. Take the floor console, which features a three-tier storage system with two removable bins. A hidden storage level at the bottom is even large enough to hold a laptop computer or purse.
Wet Trunk Bin
The Escape can be equipped with an available wet trunk to store and protect your personal items. Included in the Cargo Package, the lockable wet trunk bin is positioned underneath the rear cargo area away from prying eyes. Not available on the Hybrid models.
The Escape Hybrid was the first vehicle to combine SUV capability with the outstanding fuel economy and low environmental impact of a full hybrid vehicle. It has the ability to travel at speeds up to 44 miles per hour in full electric mode and uses no fuel when idling, such as when you’re stopped at a traffic light. The Escape Hybrid delivers an impressive 34 city mpg* when both the gas engine and electric motor are powering the vehicle. In addition, it features comfortable seating for five and a versatile cargo area.
*EPA-estimated 34 city/31 hwy/32 combined mpg, FWD. Actual mileage will vary.
34 MPG City
It’s in city driving where the Escape Hybrid excels. At speeds up to 44 mph, it can travel in the electric mode using no gasoline and producing virtually zero emissions. When the gas engine does kick in, the transition is seamless. The 2.5L Atkinson-cycle I-4 gasoline engine and electric motor combine to deliver an impressive 34 city mpg.*
*EPA-estimated 34 city/31 hwy/32 combined mpg, FWD. Actual mileage will vary.
Eco-Friendly Seats
The standard, innovative Earth-friendly cloth seat fabric in the Escape XLT and the Escape Hybrid is made from 100 percent post-industrial materials — polyester fibers that would have ended up in landfills otherwise. Furthermore, the cushions use a bio-based polyurethane foam derived from the oils of various plant seeds, such as soybeans. More than simply "green," the durable, comfortable and stylish nature of the material also makes it a perfect fit for the Escape.
Flex-Fuel Engine
The available 240-horsepower 3.0L Duratec® V6 engine for the Escape is flex fuel-capable. It’s designed to operate on standard unleaded gasoline or E85 alternative fuel. Such flexibility allows the vehicle owner to choose E85 fuel, which is a combination of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent conventional gasoline, wherever it's available for purchase.
Hybrid Component Warranty
In addition to the standard 5-year/60,000-mile limited powertrain warranty, the Escape Hybrid comes with an extended 8-year/100,000-mile limited warranty covering unique hybrid components. These are the high-voltage battery (non-California emissions states), electronic continuously variable transmission (eCVT) and DC/DC converter. These are extended to a 10-year/150,000-mile warranty in certain states. See your dealer for complete limited-warranty details.
Nickel-Metal-Hydride (NiMH) Battery
The innovative Escape Hybrid nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) battery is completely sealed, securely encased and stored neatly under the flat rear cargo area load floor. What's more, the Regenerative Braking System recharges the NiMH battery each time you apply the brakes. A unique hybrid component, it's covered by the 8-year/100,000-mile limited warranty in non-California emissions states and the 10-year/150,000-mile limited hybrid battery warranty in certain other green-conscious states. See your dealer for details.
No-Compromise Hybrid
The Escape Hybrid is a full hybrid. It can start off from a complete stop and move to 44 mph on electricity alone, during light acceleration. No fuel is used. And even when the gasoline engine kicks in, it delivers an outstanding 34 city mpg.* Yet the driving experience is virtually identical to that of a conventional SUV. Escape Hybrid provides comfortable seating for up to five, a versatile cargo area and a variety of standard and optional features. You can even add an available Intelligent 4WD System for enhanced traction when the road is covered with gravel or ice, or soaked by rain.
*EPA-estimated 34 city/31hwy/32 combined mpg, FWD. Actual mileage will vary.
Reduced Emissions
Not only does the Escape Hybrid thrive in city driving, it's easy on the environment too, meeting strict super ultra low emission vehicle (SULEV II) and advanced technology partial zero emissions vehicle (AT-PZEV) standards.
Regenerative Braking
When you apply the brakes in a conventional vehicle, the kinetic energy produced during the braking process is lost as heat. During braking in the Escape Hybrid, the vehicle’s electric motor captures a portion of the energy and sends it back to the battery pack to be stored for later use. Thus, whenever you apply the brakes, you’re also recharging the vehicle’s battery pack. How’s that for smart?
The Escape is a more perfect form of SUV – one that delivers sporty performance and great fuel economy. The available 240-hp V6 engine allows the Escape to tow up to 3,500 pounds.* And if you’re looking to go farther on a tank of gas, the standard I-4 engine features an impressive EPA-estimated 28 hwy mpg.** Good form, indeed.
*When equipped with the available Class II Trailer Tow Package.
**EPA-estimated 23 city/28 hwy/25 combined mpg with I-4 manual, FWD.
240 hp 3.0L Duratec® V6
The available 3.0L Duratec® V6 engine produces 240 horsepower and 223 lb.-ft. of torque, perfect for towing loads up to 3,500 lbs. when properly equipped. Mated to a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission, this engine delivers an EPA-estimated 25 hwy mpg* and can operate on standard unleaded gasoline or E85 alternative fuel.
*EPA-estimated 19 city/25 hwy/21 combined mpg, FWD.
AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™ (RSC®)
All the Escape models come equipped with standard AdvanceTrac® with RSC®. This stability control system features gyroscopic sensors that measure both vehicle yaw and roll motion. If you corner too quickly or swerve to avoid an object, RSC® automatically applies brake pressure and adjusts engine power to help you keep your vehicle under control.*
*Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It's always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions.
Big Towing Capacity
If you’re towing a boat or camper, the available 240-horsepower 3.0L Duratec® V6 engine provides the power you need. This muscular engine gives the Escape excellent towing capacity – up to 3,500 lbs. when equipped with the available Class II Trailer Tow Package. In addition, there’s trailer sway control that automatically determines from the yaw motion of the vehicle if the trailer is swaying and takes measures – such as applying precise braking or reducing engine torque – to help bring both the vehicle and the trailer under control.
Excellent Handling
The excellent handling characteristics of the Escape can be attributed, in part, to the independent double-lateral and semi-trailing arm design of the vehicle’s rear suspension system. This design allows each rear wheel to operate independently and negotiate road conditions individually. An 18.5mm rear stabilizer bar and precise suspension tuning also contribute to the controlled, responsive ride.
Impressive Highway Fuel Economy
The Escape features a 2.5L Duratec® I-4 engine that delivers an EPA-estimated 28 hwy mpg.* It can produce 171 horsepower and 171 lb.-ft. of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is standard and a six-speed automatic transmission is available.
*EPA-estimated 23 city/28 hwy/25 combined mpg with I-4 manual, FWD. EPA-estimated 21 city/28 hwy/23 combined with I-4 automatic, FWD.
Intelligent 4WD
Whether traveling on- or off-road, the available Intelligent 4WD System in the Escape is always on, working to help provide maximum traction. What’s so smart about the system is its ability to sense traction input 200 times per second and automatically adjust torque distribution as needed. Such adjustments work to help ensure maximum grip where the rubber meets the road.
Lively (and Green) Acceleration
The Escape Hybrid delivers lively acceleration with low environmental impact and excellent fuel economy. This is the result of pairing an electric motor and gasoline engine. The electric motor can propel the vehicle up to 44 mph on its own under light acceleration. When extra power is needed, the 2.5L Atkinson-cycle I-4 gas engine joins in to deliver brisk acceleration. This engine features late intake valve closing (LIVC) as well as advancements in processor technology for a smooth transition from electric to gas mode.
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
The smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission is available with the standard 2.5L Duratec® I-4 engine and standard with the available 3.0L Duratec® V6. With its wide span of gear ratios across the six speeds, this transmission provides responsive acceleration at the low end and excellent highway fuel economy* in the overdrive sixth gear.
*EPA-estimated 21 city/28 hwy/23 combined mpg, I-4 automatic, FWD; 19 city/25 hwy/21 combined mpg, V6 automatic, FWD.
Communication is key to a successful partnership, so get ready to be very happy with the Escape. You can bond over things such as music and phone calls with the available SYNC® voice-activated communications and entertainment system.27 Using simple voice commands, you can also tell the available Navigation System exactly where you want to go. Now consider additional technology options such as active park assist and the rear view camera. It sounds like the beginning of a beautiful relationship.
Available Active Park Assist
If you could use a little assistance when parallel parking, Ford is your helping hand. It's called active park assist. While you’re driving slowly near parking spots, simply activate park assist and it looks for an available parking spot. Ultrasonic sensors measure the distance to the curb and between parked cars. Once a spot that's big enough is identified, you're signaled to stop and accept the system's assistance. All you do is control the shifting, accelerating and braking. Active park assist lets you park in less than 24 seconds.
Available Hybrid Center Stack Display
Monitor the performance of the Escape Hybrid at a glance with this center stack display. Integrated into the available Navigation System screen, it features an energy flow monitor. There are also power and efficiency monitors that coach you on how to maximize fuel efficiency by making the most of the vehicle’s electric mode.
DVD Entertainment System
Take the show on the road with the available Dual-Headrest DVD Entertainment System. Your second-row passengers can watch a single DVD on both screens, separate DVDs, or plug in and play video games. Includes two cordless headphones. This is a Ford-licensed accessory.
MyKey®
MyKey technology is designed to help parents encourage teenagers to drive more safely. It allows owners to designate a key that will operate special features for teen drivers. For example, MyKey can restrict the vehicle’s top speed to 80 mph and limit the entertainment system’s audio volume to 45 percent of maximum. It also provides a warning when the fuel tank reaches 75 miles to empty, allows the administrator to select speed alert chimes at 45, 55 or 65 mph, and sets the Belt-Minder® System to chime, while muting the audio system, until the safety belt is buckled. Additionally, it limits tire spinning by ensuring the traction control system cannot be deactivated. Standard on all Escape models.
Navigation System with SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link
Receive a six-month trial to SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link,* bringing live infotainment services to your available voice-activated Navigation System. With SiriusXM Traffic you’ll get continually updated traffic information and traffic-related incidents. SiriusXM Travel Link delivers local fuel prices, weather information, movie listings, sports scores and schedules. On top of all that, the voice-activated Navigation System has a 10GB hard drive so you can store approximately 2,400 songs. Browse your music using the touch screen or use voice activation to play back a track.
Learn more about SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
*SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Traffic and Travel Link subscriptions sold separately or as a package after trial expires. SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link service available in select markets. Subscriptions are governed by SiriusXM Customer Agreement; see www.siriusxm.com. Sirius U.S. Satellite Service available [only to those 18 and older] in the 48 contiguous U.S.A., D.C.[, and Puerto Rico (with coverage limitations)]. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
Rear View Camera
The available rear view camera provides a video image of the area behind your vehicle on the interior rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (if your vehicle is equipped with the available Navigation System). Activated automatically when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, the rear view camera can alert you to certain objects behind your vehicle.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Add "The Best of XM" to your six-month trial at no charge. Enjoy a six-month trial subscription to more than 130 channels including 100% commercial-free music, plus the best in sports, news, talk and entertainment, 24/7, coast-to-coast.*
Learn more about SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Ask your dealer for details. Not available on XLS models.
*Subscriptions to all SiriusXM services are sold by SiriusXM after 6-month trial expires. Subscriptions are governed by SiriusXM Customer Agreement; see www.siriusxm.com. Sirius U.S. Satellite Service available in the 48 contiguous U.S.A., and D.C.[, and Puerto Rico (with coverage limitations)]. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
Voice-activated SYNC®
Available SYNC is all about staying in touch, staying entertained, staying informed and staying reassured. All with simple voice commands.
• With hands-free calling, you’ll never miss a phone call when you’re behind the wheel.
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• Browse and play your music, podcasts and audiobooks with simple voice commands.
• Bluetooth® audio lets you wirelessly control your entertainment with voice commands.
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• SYNC Services
129 is complimentary for three years and provides turn-by-turn directions to just about anywhere, 411 business search, personalized sports scores, news, horoscopes and more.
• 911 Assist® can call for help in an emergency even when you can’t.
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• Have incoming text messages read aloud to you.
• Vehicle Health Report can give you a personalized online report of your vehicle’s diagnostics.
• Optional voice-activated Navigation System offers increased capabilities and enhanced voice control.
Click below for a complete description of all that SYNC offers.
