2013 Ford Escape First Drive and Review
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
- ( www.TFLcar.com ) The 2013 Ford Escape is all new after over a decade of the same model. For 2013 the Ford Escape and the Ford Kuga in Europe share the same chassis and many other parts. In the U.S. the new Ford Escape get's three engine choices including two turbo-charged Ford EcoBoost engines. Check our this first drive review as we drive and review the brand new 2013 Ford Escape
Good question. Yes, they are similar as they are geared more for on-road performance than off-road ability. Both systems can enhance performance by shifting power right and left depending on which wheel will benefit the most aiding traction. So, unlike a regular AWD system that shifts power just to the wheels that grip, this system also sends power to the wheel that will help the vehicle round a corner. Thanks for watching!
Haha, hey good first drive guys! It was cool watching you guys be so close to my home town (Hollister, CA), kinda surprised me but in a good way. The new Escape is phenomenal!
So glad they are bringing the LED light designs into the headlamps
I'm saddened to see this look like a cross-over. I have the 2010 model and love the body style on it. When I got a new one I was going to get another Escape, but I won't be now :(
I agree completely, I drive a Jeep Cherokee XJ.... It's unibody means it doesn't have low hanging frame like Wranglers off road and means it weighs 500-1,000 lbs less then its competition(Blazer, Rodeo, Explorer, Etc.). But I am helping my mom pick out a Mazda CX-5 or Honda CR-V, it fits everything she needs.
How would you compare the handling between this and the CX-5 as far as sportiness is concerned?
2.0L Ecoboost is a single turbo ;)
there´s something in the front that reminds me the old kia sportage and from the side a think looks like the hyundai tucson
This is what I am talking about!
P.s. I drove a rental 2011 Ford escape this weekend and I was embarrassed to be seen in it! This new one I wouldn't mind so much...
Great review guys..
Nice vehicle, a good variety of engines from fuel efficient to really powerful, modern looks, and good tech.
That's a great question and we hope Ford sends us a Escape to test in Rocky Mountain snow. The AWD system works great on the road... and that's all. We'll give it a full review when it comes our way. Thanks for watching!
Roman, do you plan on taking the Escape on your off-road test?
So, how's i going to handle snow? Looks nice on bright sunny days and dry pavement... need traction in the NE.
Ford's aren't cheap in here, but still they sells very well.
Simply good cars.
Does the AWD system feel better than the Mazda CX-5's on road?
2.0 and 1.6 ecoboost are single turbos btw
Yes, it's available for everything except for the base-level 2.5-liter.
I'm glad to see that Ford, (much like Hyundai, Kia, Chrysler, and Subaru) have recently started to step up their game. The American auto industries can be as good as their European and Asian rivals-they just have to put the effort in. Way to go Ford! Also, guys, as always, a great review.
how would you rank the suv togeter like the mazda cx5 the honda crv and ford escape
The 2.0L ecoboost has 2 turbochargers? (ref 2:16)
can you tell me a little about the 4wd system on these? is it off-road worthy? Also, does it have a switchable transfer case (mud/snow mode) as well as a two-speed t-case? Always like your reviews; you actually always know something about the car itself instead of just mentioning that it has leather seats and a gps like other reviewers tend to do.
It gets expensive when you check all options but it's also true neither of the competition has all the options Escape has available, if you get a Escape with the same options as a CR-V, RAV4, Sportage you'll likely get almost the same price
Well if you want the driving dynamics of a car and the practicality of an SUV in a clean and nice looking package then crossover fits the bill. Seems pretty straightforward to me.
6:15 Roman is laughing like a happy bride! You guys are too funny :D
These guys were meant for each other! :p
does Roman fit?
golf=tiguan
focus=escape, now thats original.
is the titanium FWD or AWD?
MSRP is pretty much the same as the current Escape. Just doesn't have any big rebates at the moment.
I am a bit disappointed in the 0-60. Instrumented testing and a professional driver may yield slightly better results, but I expected around 7 sec with 240 hp in such a vehicle. Is the extra power worth not buying the CX-5?
Would love to see this compared to the CX-5.
Wow. Nathan can lift and carry Roman around. Remind me not to piss him off...
I've been going back and forth on the styling on this. I haven't yet seen one in the real world, but in some of the videos and angles it looks good and in others it looks less interesting.
Can't beat the fuel economy rating, though.
Very nice crossover with good engines, I like it!
I very like yours reviews.
@shutittwat I wonder if there's like a safety feature where if it hits something on the way down it goes back up , I would sure hope so
Epic finish to a great review!
I call it the solution to the "station wagon" stigma... basically that's what this thing really is.
If you ever get a chance to drive a range rover evoque, u will understand why this same 2.0 ecoboost is rated #1 by nearly every automotive journalist.
he says that its 8.6 seconds to 100 but it will run cirlces around the competition?
as if you even own a car. I'm sorry, but this car has been recalled THREE times in less than 2 months. One recall has to do with engine cylinder catching a fire. Besides, Santa fe has the Sonata 2.0T engine, which actually puts out 274hp w/ regular fuel at the Escape's size. If 34 hp seems like a joke to you, it tells me you've never done anything with a car before.
Light years ahead of the old design. Good job Ford.
11 years later I still own one of the updated design 2017 Escapes. While I liked the interior of the 2013-16 models that unbalanced front grill appearance on them never really worked for me. 2017-19 models were the go to years for these Ford Escapes in my opinion and then the design fell off a cliff with the 2020 onwards models. I wouldn’t even remotely consider buying a new one which is now basically a car in most aspects.
Just imagine if that thing had the 3.5L Twin Turbo. Oh lord :D
Who says the ecoboost has been rated as the best engine? Hyundai put 2.0T in the 2013 Santa Fe, which is the size of the Edge. The Santa fe gets 31mpg highway and puts out 264hp. The ecoboost gets much less hp, and just a bit less mpg than the 2.0T that Hyundai uses. You know what's the funny thing? Santa fe 2.0T gets 264hp(reg fuel), 31mpg hwy, and the Ford escape 2.4L gets 170hp, 31mpg hwy. 2.0 Ecoboost? 230hp(reg fuel), 30mpg hwy. The escape is a smaller suv. The engine isn't impressive.
the cx-5 needs this ecoboost motor!
To my knowledge, all the recalls pertaining to the New Escape is limited to the 1.6 EcoBoost engine. The 2.0 EcoBoost is a badass engine. I will not opt for the 1.6, no no no.
This car smokes the CX5. CX 5 was rated over 13 seconds, same two big guys in it.
Im going for the Escape! with the 2.0 Eco Boost! plus Ford is offering great rebates!
Nice! And Nathan fits!
you realize this escape has had like 3 recalls already right?
Yeah, what i'd like about the Escape withe the 3.5TT would be how much lighter it is compared to the explorer, would definitely be a sleeper (for an SUV) well, this escape is more a crossover than anything now but still. Would have much rather seen the 3.5 Ecoboost in the Edge over Explorer for sure.
Ford escape or Mazda cx5. I personally like the way the escape looks more but Im still not sure.
Thats funny ! i just bought mine on black friday and there are NO current recalls!
Way way way better looking than the old Escape. Like night and day.
im sorry, but this car looks amazing! it would look perfect next to my dads 1999 ford contour
My guess is it's not going to do all that well. It turns off after the vehicle hits 25 miles per hour. Just like Honda, Toyota, BMW, Mercedes, and most other car companies Fords system doesn't divert enough torque to the rear wheels to move the vehicle if the front wheels have 0 traction. Subaru and Audi have the only "true" AWD systems.
@MercuryMorrison1 Well cars became more popular and fuel efficient and all u need is a new body , to be honest , how many people need a big body-on-frame SUV now ?
this should be how the Ford Explorer design should be like
Compared to what?
why is it so expensive?
I'm thinking of this or the Subaru XV Crosstek.
They make a cute couple. "Nathan is a strong man"
@Tenzinpelha I totally agree with u. The last model is better than this new one
btw please go back to elementary school. 264-230 isn't 24. Escape gets 230 w/ REGULAR fuel, not 240. The Santa-fe gets 274 with Premium Fuel. Unless the escape change its downpipe, midpipe, exhaust w/ Y-pipe, it won't get 274 hp. 34hp is a big difference.
nice review!
Love your reviews guys. Nicely done and a good looking small SUV from Ford! Curious about the mpg.
nicely done... keep it up.
looks like a huge focus. not sure im a fan of it yet
@soyntgo4it Ya thanks and I did. There isn't much information out there suggesting that it's much different from the old system. If you know of a web site that explains the details of the new system I'll gladly read up on it. I looked around however and didn't find much.
It's kinda different looking. And in this case, that's not a bad thing.
Yes but they where also a mile above sea level.
This new escape is $W@G but I miss the 04 it was awesome
Ford escape have good look, better than most of this class , I think this one of the Great design for Ford
its better looking than the cx5 nuff said
2013 Ford Escape 2.0L EcoBoost
240 @ 5500 (premium fuel)
231 @ 5500 (regular fuel)
yes, from regular to premium fuel, you can see about 10-15hp gain. You just need to stop talking. I'm sure your parents have taught you better than that.
1:34 apparently Ford doesn't care about that segment any longer...
yes!
Fords AWD system needs work. The concept of using only the front wheels as drive wheels until the rear wheels are needed is good. It's too bad Ford doesn't divert enough torque to the rear wheels to move the vehicle if the front wheels are on ice. It's also a bit foolish that the AWD system only works up to 25 miles per hour. I have news for you Ford a vehicle can slip going faster than 25.
Excuse me, but that's actually confirmed by Hyundai. If you don't know shit about cars, you can just get lost. The 2.0T engine in the Sonata gets 274 with regular fuel. It is also confirmed by Insideline and Hyundai Tech that it gets about 10extra hp for using 93 octane. It's all upto the ECU if the car can burn premium fuel more efficiently. Besides, go the Ford's website, it's not 240hp with regular fuel. Please go back to school and learn how to research before you make a fool of yourself.
Either the freezes were intentional or my video froze three times in like 20 seconds.
the expediton is one of the last
Honey I blew up a Focus!
they need to get rid of that cheesy pep boys fender vent
styling wise i think i like the CX-5 a bit better
What's happening to the american SUV'S
Side note ahh san fransisco. Would be living there if it didnt cost so much to live there. All the cool places to live new york la hawaii cost a small fortune.
@ 2:15 It only has one turbocharger ;-)
You were embarassed in an Escape?? The old ones were REALLY nice!
u do realize this car was recalled because it can turn it self on fire due to overheating turbo.. Japanese cars r cheap but they are far more reliable than all other cars... i would pick German if possible....
I wanted to like the new escape...I guess there would be a polarizing response to the interior...The front area envelopes yo, some may like it others may feel claustrophobic...Personally I didn't like it...Visibility isn't very good as the side windows start up high...The center console cramps your knees and I'm on the shorter side..And while the interior looks futuristic it has a very cheap plastic feel and look to it and it looks like it will look dated in a couple of years...
personally, i prefer the boxy shape of SUVs. My family owns a 2008 ford escape that has V6 240HP. on avg it gets 18.4MPG. It's great in the snow with the AWD. but I don't like this new escape.
Hmmm... I 'd go for the Ford Edge ....
For that expensive of a car (yes pirce is up) they couldn't invest in compression cylinders to lift the hood up and hold it? Come on, I know its lil but we are in an age when even compacts have that I think. -_-
Sooo basicaly its a Ford Focus crossover???
okay, that doesn't mean that there aren't 3 recalls that the escape has had? google ford escape recall.......
the previous generation is/was way more handsome. i love the interior but the nose is too focus related.
I like it and i am thinking about getting one when I sell my motorcycle after this up coming deployment I love Ford
it's called the expedition
Cuz its the same engine. Lets talk about ford quality cuz they pitch that as their sales promo. This is a brand new car and already has been recalled 3xs. 1) carpet padding hindering brake pedal. Not being able to stop thats a big deal. 2) fuel rail leak possible engine fire another big deal 3) cup plug another leak for possible engine fire. Quality is not job one. This is a lot of recalls for a newly designed vehicle. If they didnt recall youre talking serious lawsuits and a blow to ford sales.
accelerater pedal and brake pedal are awkwardly placed..I predict a major recall..accidents waiting to happen!
COME ON!..the ecobbost has been rated as the best engine.not everything is about the numbers of cylinders it has...if wthas importantant to u is power. this 2.0 t smokes the v6 previous version in a race. it has more torque same hp for better fuel economy...look at the 3.5 ecoboost f 150...it smokes the v8...and thats with out saying the turbo gives u the oportunity to not lose hps as u go to higher elevated citys. here where i live cars lose 30% of the hp if there is no turbo. BOGOTA 8400 FT
Damn nobody likes the new style? If you don`t like the new Escape then you must not like the new focus because thats all the new Escape is.
ha ha...Nathan's head turned red !!