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5 Best Changes to the New Generation Ford Escape

2018 Ford Escape Changes

If you are a Ford fan, you probably know that the Escape is one of the more popular Ford vehicles. It is capable and versatile and it’s a big crowd pleaser. So for its new generation, the 2018 Ford Escape experienced some serious updates from the previous generation.

Let’s check out some of those updates to the exterior design, the engine options and the technology to find out if the 2018 Ford Escape is the vehicle for you.

All-New Exterior Design

The Ford Escape is back and better looking than ever. The front of the vehicle has a fresh new look with a hexagonal upper grille that replaces a grille that was trapezoidal in nature. The headlights are also updated with a sharp shape to give the vehicle a confident look. This vehicle also has added fog lamps that are found on the lower corners of the fascia.

On the back side of the Escape, the liftgate is wider than the previous generation and the taillamps also have a different shape.

New Engine Options

Ford has also made some significant updates under the hood for the 2017 Ford Escape. The Escape formerly featured a 1.6-liter turbo engine, but that has been replaced by a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that gives you 179-horsepower.

Another engine option, the 2.0-liter twin-scroll turbo, has received some updates in power and performance from the previous generation. This engine is going from 240-horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque to 245-horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque. This change also didn’t result in a significant change in fuel economy; there will only be a one mile per gallon difference.

In addition to the new engines, the 2017 Ford Escape also has the option of an Intelligent 4WD system. This system can send all of the torque to either axle, giving you more capability more difficult driving situations.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Come Standard

The technology was also significantly improved for the 2017 Ford Escape. This vehicle now has the Sync Connect Sync 3 system. This system is a 4G/LTE data connection that includes an 8-inch touchscreen, improved voice recognition and many other features. Sync 3 debuted in 2016 and it is a more intuitive and quick-reacting interface.

In addition to the available Sync 3, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also now available in the Ford Escape. This means you will keep your connection and stay up-to-date with your technology in the 2017 Ford Escape.

With a new look, better performance and added technology, the Ford Escape is a better option than ever before. This already popular vehicle has experienced some improvements since the previous generation, so if you are in the market for a crossover, don’t count the Ford Escape out. The 2017 Ford Escape is also starting from an MSRP of $23,750 making it an affordable option. Can you see why the Ford Escape is such a popular vehicle for Ford?

 

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