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In-depth shopping research, buying guides, and dealership updates.
Comparison 07/08/2026
The Ford Escape managed to stick around in dealer showrooms for one more year, beating out the fateful rumors of 2025. But now that we've hit the '26 model year, this familiar crossover SUV will take its official final lap so Ford can pivot toward the EV market. Let's see how the last new Escape stacks up against the Chevy Equinox, so you know which one deserves a spot in your garage.
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Comparison 06/11/2026
Shopping the compact crossover SUV market? Chances are good you're looking at two brands moving in completely different directions. Ford officially wraps production on its dependable Escape to clear a path for a future EV, while Mazda is doubling down on internal combustion with a ground-up redesign of the CX-5.
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Comparison 05/08/2026
Compact SUVs are the go-to option if you’re interested in getting through your day-to-day without ever needing to worry about things like gas or reliability, as these small cars are often built for long-term city driving. In the class, the Ford Escape and Honda CR-V are two Compact SUVs that represent these cars at their most efficient and practical.
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Comparison 03/06/2026
Those long-standing rumors about Ford retiring the Escape have finally come to pass. We thought the Escape would take its final bow in 2025, but it managed to stick around for one more year. Ford is shifting its focus away from this veteran compact SUV nameplate to pour more energy into its upcoming electric lineup. If you’re trying to decide between picking up a 2025 or waiting for the new model year, here’s everything you need to know about its final two years on the line.
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Review 02/12/2026
Love is in the air, and everyone is focused on finding their perfect SUV upgrade to match what’s on the horizon for the new year. The 2026 Ford Escape lineup strikes a perfect balance of style, performance, and daily practicality. Whether you’re attracted to the versatile base model Ford Escape Active or prefer the sporty feel of the ST-Line, this side-by-side breakdown makes it easy to decide which 2026 Ford Escape is the right fit.
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Comparison 06/20/2025
Before you decide between the 2025 Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair, you should know more about how these compact SUVs really compare! Our buying guide helps you learn exactly that.
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Comparison 06/06/2025
The Bronco Sport is a budget friendly version of the veritable Bronco and the Escape is an all-around-town SUV best suited for smaller families or newer drivers. In today’s review, we’ll be putting the two head to head. With this Bronco Sport vs Escape daily driver showdown, you’ll have all the tools needed to decide for yourself which model is best suited for your specific needs.
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Comparison 04/24/2025
The compact SUV world is one where big surprises often come in little packages. Efficient, price conscious, and perfectly suited for new drivers, compact SUVs represent some of the best value you can find in cars nowadays. Two of the standout options in the class are the Ford Escape and Chevy Equinox, and in today’s review, we’ll be finding out who comes out on top.
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Comparison 04/22/2025
If you're in the market for a crossover SUV, there’s a few options to pick from. The biggest one is the Ford Escape. Many drivers throughout the US pick this model, but is it the best? That’s what we’re here to find out. We're putting it up against the Honda CR-V to see if it really is worth the hype. This is the best compact SUV comparison 2025.
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Review 10/21/2024
The 2025 Ford Escape PHEV will be here soon! Before it officially debuts at your local Ford dealer, our preview guide helps you get to know this plug-in hybrid compact SUV.
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Review 09/11/2024
The Ford Escape is a mainstay in the compact SUV market, being well regarded for its breadth of features and trademark Ford versatility as it has excelled year after year. The Escape enters 2026 with few changes on the horizon, due to Ford’s continued emphasis on discontinuing it.
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Review 07/08/2024
Whether you need to make that daily commute or plan a weekend getaway, the 2024 Ford Escape model lineup has options for you. There are six models to choose from: the Escape Active, the base model, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Plug-In Hybrid, and the top tier of premium luxury, the 2024 Ford Escape Platinum.
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