A Useful Crossover SUV That’s Big on Features and Capability
SUV shoppers looking for a vehicle that handles like a car, but offers the interior space of a much larger vehicle will be pleased with the 2022 Ford Escape, the crossover SUV offering from Ford Motor Company.
With its friendly and approachable body style and spacious seating, it’s an ideal vehicle for those with lots of passengers or big cargo demands. And because of it’s entry height, those with certain mobility or flexibility issues may find that it’s ultra easy to climb aboard.
Vroom Vroom! Engine Options That’ll Make Your Heart Race
The 2022 Escape comes in several powertrains, which are both zippy and fuel-efficient.
For starters, the 181-horsepower turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder comes with either front- or all-wheel drive. Also available is a 250-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, which goes from zero to 60 in 5.7 seconds. Both are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. We like the turbo four-cylinder the best of the two.
To compete with other automakers, Ford added two hybrid versions of the 2022 Ford Escape. One is a traditional hybrid, while the other is a plug-in. Both powertrains are a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with two electric motors, combined to reach 221 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid is equipped with a 14.4-kWh battery pack, capable of driving 37 miles on a single charge.
In terms of fuel economy, the three-cylinder with front-wheel drive is most efficient among non-hybrids, rated for a combined 30 miles per gallon. All-wheel drive drops the combined miles per gallon to 28. The larger turbocharged engine achieves 26 miles per gallon combined, but the plug-in hybrid achieves as much as 44 miles per gallon, the most fuel-efficient of all options.
Creature Comforts Inside
The cabin of the 2022 Ford Escape is plenty spacious for passengers, no matter where they’re sitting. Highly-textured cloth upholstery comes standard, but the Titanium trim level gets you genuine leather seats.
In terms of cargo, you’ll fit up to eight carry-on suitcases under the hatchback, but with the rear seats folded down, this crossover SUV can handle about 21 of them. With that kind of cargo room, the Escape can carry most anything you’d need to haul around.
The S trim level comes equipped with a 4.2-inch radio display and AM/FM radio, but the SE trim and up are decked out with an 8-inch touchscreen display with Ford’s Sync 3 infotainment interface and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities. The Titanium model is equipped with a premium 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system and built-in navigation on a whopping 12.3-inch display, with head-up display as an option.
For every Escape model, download an app on your smartphone, and you’ll access vehicle telematics and remote start.
How Safe is the 2022 Ford Escape?
The latest Escape model earned top marks from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety named it a Top Safety Pick. In short, yes, the Escape is safe.
Ford Motor Company offers a slew of driver safety features on the 2022 Escape, but standard highlights include:
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert
- Lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
- Forward-collision warning with automated emergency braking
New This Model Year
The 2022 Ford Escape is very similar to the 2021, aside from three new exterior color choices: Atlas Blue, Flight Blue, and Iced Blue.
That said, if you want to save a little money on the purchase price of your vehicle, it may be in your best interest to look at 2021 models at the used car dealership while shopping for an Escape SUV.
To find a pre-owned Escape, run a Google search for “used car dealership near me,” and pick the most reputable one – the dealership with the highest customer satisfaction ratings and best prices.
Ford’s New Vehicle Warranty for the Ford Escape
Perhaps the biggest benefit to purchasing a brand-new vehicle, rather than shopping pre-owned inventory, is that owners get the full factory warranty. Ford Motor Company includes:
- Limited warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first
- Powertrain warranty for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first
- Hybrid component warranty for 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first
Some used vehicles may come with a remainder factory warranty, so when shopping, weigh your options carefully to make the right decision for you.
The Bottom Line
The 2022 Ford Escape is a safe crossover SUV that is fuel-efficient and offers plenty of cargo room. With MSRP prices starting at about $28,000, it is a reasonably-priced option for what you’re getting.
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