The 2021 Ford Escape was built for an active lifestyle and offers plenty of options for you to hit the road in your own individual style. Feel like driving a hybrid? The Escape has two versions. There are also four different engines to choose from, with its hybrid 2.5L iVCT Atkinson-cycle I-4 engine having best-in-class fuel economy. Plus, there are 6 new packages to choose from and four new colors to make expressing yourself easy. And all of this adds to the fun of the Escape, with its solid reputation for delivering for delivering flexible cargo and passenger space, impressive towing and standard and available tech for connectivity and confidence, all of which fit in nicely with its sporty good looks. It’s the 2021 Ford Escape, and it was designed and built to make an impression on you, your friends and even the competition.
The available Panoramic Vista Roof® features a large forward panel that tilts up or opens fully, plus a fixed rear skylight. So whether you’re sitting up front or in back, the Panoramic Vista Roof lets in the natural light.
Fold both rear seat backs for a flat load surface that offers up to 65.4 cu. ft. (1,852 litres) of total cargo space. Or fold down either of the standard 60/40 split rear seat backs and still save room for a passenger. The second-row rear seats also feature a new sliding function, allowing for greater ease of use when loading up cargo. If you’re carrying items such as luggage, leave both seat backs up and you’ll have 34 cu. ft. (962 litres) of cargo space or best-in-class second-row leg room.*
The 2021 Ford Escape cold weather features will help you be comfortable and in control even when the temperature drops. They include:
Thanks to the available hands-free, foot-activated liftgate, there’s no need to fumble for keys. Its hands-free operation is especially helpful when your arms are full of items like grocery bags. With the available Intelligent Access key in your pocket or purse, kick your foot under the bumper and the liftgate opens. You can also adjust the liftgate height, which is helpful for lower overhangs. Available on SEL, standard on Titanium.
Introducing Ford Co-Pilot360™ — an advanced suite of standard driver-assist technologies that includes BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Auto High-Beam Headlamps, Lane-Keeping System, and Rear View Camera. Ford Escape also makes additional technology available that is designed to help keep you in command, from the driveway to the highway.
Keep your eyes on the road. The available head-up display creates an image on a display screen in front of you as you look through the windshield. This minimizes the distraction of having to look down at the car’s instrument panel. The head-up display keeps you informed with various driver-assist features that include Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane-Keeping System, navigation, and more.
In addition to the voice-activated benefits of SYNC®, SYNC® 3 adds convenience to your driving experience with an LCD capacitive touchscreen and easy-to-use interface. Discover the system’s quick reactions to your conversational commands and experience the smartphone-like touchscreen with impressive responsiveness. You’ll also find a sleek user-friendly interface to help you connect to and control your compatible smartphone via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
The standard 1.5L EcoBoost® engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology is coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Auto Start-Stop Technology can help lower fuel consumption and vehicle emissions during city driving. When your vehicle comes to a stop, the engine shuts off and then seamlessly restarts when you step on the accelerator or when your foot leaves the brake pedal.
The available 2.0L EcoBoost® engine comes with Auto Start-Stop Technology and SelectShift®. The 8-speed transmission offers the convenience of an automatic or the sporty feel of a manual. What’s more, with the Class II Trailer Tow Package (standard with the 2.0L EcoBoost® engine), this engine can support a maximum towing capacity of 1,587 kg (3,498 lbs.).
The 2.5L I-4 Atkinson-cycle powertrain features an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT) and an 96 kW electric motor. Standard on all Escape Hybrid models.
*Based on the 2nd row seat in the most rearward position. Class is Small Utility over 4,480 mm length based on Ford Segmentation.
**Don’t drive while distracted. See owner’s manual for details and system limitations.
