It’s no wonder why sedan drivers love the Ford Escape. It’s compact, yet spacious, capable, yet efficient, and all-around a great pick for weekday commuters and weekend adventurers alike in the Virginia Beach area.
Keep reading to learn more about what a compact SUV like the Escape can bring to your drives around Norfolk and Chesapeake, VA. When you’re ready to test it out for yourself, contact the team at Cavalier Ford Greenbrier to schedule a test drive.
1.The Ford Escape is Compact…
First and foremost, the Escape is compact. In fact, it sits on a wheelbase that’s comparable to that of sedans seen in the Ford lineup. So, the Escape can be just as comfortable as a sedan while commuting and parallel parking in the city.
Take a look at the exterior measurements below:
- Wheelbase: 106.7 inches
- Length: 180.5 inches
- Height: 66.1 inches
- Width: 85.6 inches (including mirrors)
While many of its measurements are similar to a sedan’s, the Ford Escape actually sits the driver up higher than a sedan would. This can make it easier to see the road ahead, especially when taller cars are in front of you.
2.…Yet Spacious
The Ford Escape is a 2-row vehicle that seats five passengers, just like a sedan. Still, its overall body style allows it to provide an extra roomy cabin. Here’s how the interior measures up:
- Passenger volume: 104 cubic feet
- Headroom (front/rear): 40.0/39.3 inches
- Legroom (front/rear): 42.4/40.7 inches
- Cargo volume: 65.4 cubic feet
As you can see, the Escape gives you up to 65.4 cubic feet of total cargo volume with the rear seats folded down flat. Keep the rear seats upright and you’ll have 37.5 cubic feet of trunk space. Compare this to the trunk of a sedan, which has an average volume of around 14-16 cubic feet.
This extra cargo space makes the Escape great when packing up for family vacations. You can even fit a medium-sized dog kennel in the trunk space, so go ahead and bring Fido along!
3.The Ford Escape is Capable…
Many sedan drivers love the sporty powertrain that those cars tend to offer. Well, with the 2020 Ford Escape, you can get just as powerful an engine. With the available 2.0L EcoBoost® I-4 engine, you’ll get the following specs:
- 250 horsepower
- 280 lb-ft of torque
- 3,500-pound towing capacity
The Escape also ups the ante with a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds when properly equipped. So, it adds a thrill to your weekday commutes while also offering the capability you need when towing. It’s well-suited for hauling a camper or personal watercraft when you go to the beach this weekend.
Plus, the Escape has available all-wheel drive (AWD), which may enhance your handling capabilities in the wintertime. By comparison, many sedans stick to front-wheel drive (FWD) to keep fuel efficiency high.
4.…Yet Efficient
Speaking of efficiency, we know that fuel economy is one of the top reasons why commuters tend to love sedans. Well, if mileage is a factor for you, then you’ll probably be happy to hear that the Ford Escape is available as a hybrid, too.
The 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid comes with a 2.5L I-4 engine that produces 200 horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque. It gets the following EPA-estimated MPG numbers:
- AWD MPG: 43 MPG city, 37 MPG highway
- FWD MPG: 44 MPG city, 37 MPG highway
Yes, the hybrid Escape is also available with the smart AWD system that adjusts to your conditions to improve traction control. With a combined fuel economy of 41 MPG with AWD, this hybrid SUV is a great choice for anyone who wants to reduce their time at the pump.
>>> Learn more in the full Ford Escape Review! <<<
Will You Drive a Sedan or a Ford Escape?
If you want to learn more about why sedan drivers love the Ford Escape, contact the team at Cavalier Ford Greenbrier. We’d love to talk it over with you. We’ll show you around this SUV so that you can decide whether the Escape or a sedan is a better fit for your lifestyle.
Drivers near Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Norfolk, VA can contact us to schedule a test drive today!
