Ford's updated Escape continues to appeal with its multiple powertrain options and useful in-car technology.
The Ford Escape has been given a major update for 2023 that adds both style and new technology to the popular compact crossover.
The current Escape, known as a Kuga in some markets, was introduced for the 2020 model year with a rather lukewarm design. However, the 2023 Escape adds a healthy does of dynamism, especially in the newly available ST-Line grade. The ST-Line isn't a true performance vehicle like an ST but it does add firmer suspension damping. It's available with multiple powertrain options and brings sporty touches inside and out. It features unique designs for the grille and rear skid plate, and also adds a rear spoiler, 18-inch wheels , flat-bottom steering wheel, and contrast stitching.
The standard powertrain for the 2023 Escape is a 1.5-liter turbo-3 rated at 180 hp, while at the top of the range is a 2.0-liter turbo-4 with 250 hp. In between are regular and a plug-in hybrid options. Both hybrids use a 2.5-liter inline-4 as their internal-combustion component, with the regular hybrid delivering a combined 200 hp and the plug-in hybrid a combined 210 hp. A 14.4-kwh battery in the plug-in hybrid delivers an estimated 37 miles of pure electric range.
Ford has also added useful technology to the 2023 Escape, either standard or available. Key items include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging for mobile devices, voice activation , a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 13.2-inch infotainment screen, LED headlights, surround-view camera, over-the-air update capability, and multiple electronic driver-assist features.The 2023 Escape is available to order and will reach dealerships early next year. Production for the U.S.
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