Sporty Ford Escape is a compact SUV with plenty of fans, but it won’t be around for long. Ford is discontinuing it in 2025 to make way for an as yet unnamed EV model. If you’re thinking of getting one, now is the time to act! But before you do, let’s take a peek at how it stacks up against its chief rival, the Honda CR-V.
Key Takeaways:
- There are minimal changes to the Ford Escape in 2024.
- The previous year’s base model has been dropped—it now exists as “fleet only.” 2024’s consumer line begins with the Active trim.
- Say goodbye to the Escape after 2025—it is being replaced for an EV.
What Changes Are Seen For the 2024 Ford Escape?
There has been only one major change in 2024 for the Escape. It lost its 2023 base model, which is now “fleet only.” This year, the Escape has six trims in its consumer line-up:
- Active: $29,495
- ST-Line: $30,490
- ST-Line Select: $34,040
- Platinum: $37,465
- ST-Line Elite: $38,460
- Plug-in Hybrid: $40,500
The Honda CR-V also has six trims and is comparatively priced:
- LX: $29,500
- EX: $32,010
- Sport-Hybrid: $34,050
- EX-L: $34,660
- Sport-L Hybrid: $37,050
- Sport Touring Hybrid: $40,200
What Engine is in the 2024 Honda CR-V?
The CR-V doesn’t have many options when it comes to engines. With the exception of the Hybrid, all trims have 1.5-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine, delivering 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque. The Hybrid trims feature a 2.0-liter inline-four cylinder with two electric motors with 204 horses and 247 lb-ft of torque.
Ford is all about options when it comes to the Escape’s powerful engines. The Active and ST-Line feature a 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine, delivering 180 horsepower and 199 lb-feet of torque, and things only ramp up from there. The ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Platinum lines are powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, delivering a respectable 250 horses and 280 lb-ft of torque, with the option of AWD and eight-speed automatic transmission.
The Escape’s PHEV is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and two electric motors with 210 horsepower and 155 lb.-ft of torque.
Gas-powered Escape trims get 37 mpg overall; in hybrid mode, they check in at 40 mpg combined. The CR-V has roughly the same mileage in its hybrid, at 40 mpg combined.
What Technology is Seen in the 2024 Ford Escape?
The Escape’s lower trims feature an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, while higher trims, like ST-Line Elite and Hybrid Platinum feature 13.2-inch display as standard. Lower trims can be upgraded with the bigger screen. The CR-V’s touchscreen infotainment system is a bit smaller, at 7.0-inches, but the EX-L, Sport-L Hybrid, and Sport Touring Hybrid trims feature a 9.0-inch display.
Both the Escape and CR-V come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but the similarities end there. The CR-V basic elements are no match for the features in the Escape, which include a
Wi-Fi hotspot, phone integration and an advanced GPS system.
Should You Purchase the 2024 Ford Escape or 2024 Honda CR-V?
While both are quality SUVs, the Ford Escape has more options in power and features than does the CR-V. With the end of the Escape on the horizon, now is the time to come in and test drive this reliable SUV for yourself. Call Banner Ford today!