There is another SUV coming up from Big Blue Oval, it is the 2024 Ford Escape. It is well known that Big Blue Oval doesn’t do too well in the SUV category. It has some well-built vehicles. But the pickup category is its playground, that is the place where they dominate. But they have their sight set on the SUV segment and are looking at what they can do to conquer it. The competition there is fierce. Considering that the Escape is a crossover, it makes the competition even tighter. This time around they are looking to improve a lot of components and features on an already decent SUV.
It is not as big as its Expedition cousin, but it is more stylish than it, surely. The Interior might receive a big update considering the styling and technology are a bit stale. The technology needs to stay on par with its competitors if they want to come out on top. The Exterior will be modernized and improved in order to keep up with the wanted style. Powertrain options will probably remain the same, however, there might be some electrification happening. Let’s take a look at what the new Escape will look like when it comes out.
Ford Escape Interior Updates
The inside of the 2024 Ford Escape is getting some quality-of-life improvements. There is seating with better cushioning for better comfort. Leather, chrome, and wooden accents can be found around the cabin for some luxury. Moonroof and ambient lighting are added. The 13-inch touchscreen has standard connectivity and can be found on the center of the instrument panel.
The dashboard is fully digital which makes tracking information much easier. Standard safety features including lane change alerts, pedestrian detection, and numerous sensors are included. Hands-free driving is also available and that is a big plus.
Modern Styling
The outside of the upcoming 2024 Ford Escape looks modern. It does resemble the previous version but with some minor tweaks. It has more noticeable bumpers and a big front mesh. Wheels can be lightweight aluminum sizes of 18 or 19 inches, your pick. Headlights are linear and there are 2 levels of them.
It has a drop on the back of the roof, for better aerodynamics. It is ergonomic on the road so the handling is amazing. There are some curves to the body design which add a bit of sportiness to it. Overall the Escape looks sleek and quick which is a look we adore.
Escape and Escape Hybrid Specs
The 2024 Ford Escape will continue with the same powertrain options. This is good news as they are not experimenting with something new. They are going the tried and tested path with proven and reliable powertrains. There will be three reliable engines on offer, all of them are economic when it comes to fuel. But also they offer amazing performance that pairs well with the lightweight Escape. The new 2024 Ford Escape won’t feature a freshly created engine, but there are already a variety of powertrain alternatives available for this model. The base model continues to be a three-cylinder, 1.5-liter engine with 181 horsepower. With 250 horsepower, the additional 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine offers strong acceleration. This engine has a 2.0-liter capacity.
In addition, a hybrid powertrain option is available, which combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors. This variant develops 221 horsepower. The Escape Hybrid’s standard 11.2-kWh battery delivers a 37-mile electric-only driving range. It is a great method to reduce your reliance on gasoline. However, there is one area that has to be improved. Given the fact that the current model lacks an AWD system, a source claims that the Escape Hybrid’s next generation will come equipped with an all-wheel drive. The updated technology brings us several driving modes to improve handling on difficult terrain. We have Eco, which is tailor-made for fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly driving. There is Sport, for better throttle response, quicker steering, and improved shifting.It is slippery on rainy days and normal which will make it quite comfortable to ride in the new 2024 Ford Escape.
It is a bit of a disappointment that the new Escape doesn’t have an electrical powertrain. Many SUVs already use battery packs with great success. So it is a bit strange that Ford still didn’t make the move. They had amazing success with the F-150 Lightning. The crossover SUV isn’t even so big that it would make it a problem to go electric. Although the architecture and platform would need to change. This is a must, in order to accommodate all the electrical components and everything is moving under the cabin. This means more cargo space under the hood and it also improves handling and balance. So it is a win-win situation. Perhaps next time around we will get a greener Escape. We are sure many people are excited about it. And in order to stay on top of the pecking order, Ford needs a fully electric SUV.
Fuel Economy
The 2024 Ford Escape is quite economic when it comes to the costs of running it. The small crossover gets 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. A fully electric version would improve those numbers greatly, but we can’t complain about the current situation. It is one of the most economically compact crossovers in the segment.
2024 Ford Escape Price and Release Date
The fresh 2024 Ford Escape will be on the road later in 2023, probably in the fall of the upcoming year. The starting price of around $29,000 for the basic trim sounds perfectly acceptable. The competition includes the Mercedes Benz GLA Class, BMW X Class, Jaguar F-pace, Volvo XC, Mazda CX Class, and others.