2020 Ford Escape Review

Style and comfort come together in the 2020 Ford Escape, and it’s a lot of fun! This crossover SUV went through a major redesign for the current model year, and it’s ready to take on the roads of Mooresville, Lexington, and Kannapolis. The question is: Are you ready for it?

As you read this car review, you can evaluate the new Escape according to your needs. See if it has the qualities you care about most! Feel free to set up a test drive at Cloninger Ford, our dealership serving Salisbury and beyond.   

The Perfect Amenities for the Road

The 2020 Escape goes beyond pampering—it ensures every aspect of your drive stands out. When you listen to music via the available B&O™ Premium Sound System by Bang & Olufsen, you’re in for a truly immersive experience. Let crisp and clear sounds from the 10 well-placed speakers wash over you.    

One of our favorite features is the panoramic Vista Roof®. Available on higher trim levels, it makes the already spacious cabin feel even breezier! Slide it open and bring the outside in—and give your riders a look at the blue skies above.

New for 2020 is a rotary gear shift dial. It’s easy to use and takes up far less space than traditional knobs. Free up space on the center console and shift gears with subtlety.

Standard Safety: Ford Co-Pilot360™

You want your next SUV to play an active role in keeping you safe. The Ford Escape comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot360™, an advanced driver-assistance suite that enhances awareness. Drive more safely and avoid or mitigate accidents with a features list that includes:

• Auto High-Beam Headlamps
• BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert
• Lane-Keeping System
• Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking

Even more features are available. Keep pace with the traffic ahead with Adaptive Cruise Control, which can slow your speed to match the vehicles around you. The Stop-and-Go feature lets you slow to a full stop and start again as traffic gets moving.

Voice-activated navigation can also enhance safety on the roads. Available with the SYNC® 3 system, it provides maps and directions to your next destination.

Thrilling 2020 Escape Performance

The 2020 Escape arrives on the scene with a 4-engine lineup. Two of those engine options are hybrid and plug-in hybrid to make your drive more efficient. What’s more, the lithium-ion battery powering the hybrid engines is packaged outside the vehicle to avoid cutting into cargo space.

The two gas-only EcoBoost® engines are plenty efficient, too. Choose the 2.0L EcoBoost® 4-cylinder and tow up to 3,500 pounds in your wake! An 8-speed automatic transmission with SelectShift® with paddle shifters is sure to make the drive even more thrilling.

Need another way to save fuel? Optional All-Wheel Drive Disconnect can disable the rear driveline when AWD isn’t needed. Reduce drag and energy demands but have all-wheel capability when you need it!

Experience the 2020 Ford Escape Today

Mooresville and Lexington shoppers may want a closer look at this capable crossover SUV. You can see it up close and in person at Cloninger Ford. Schedule a test drive and get behind the wheel yourself—learn what the 2020 Ford Escape can do in action! Explore the roads of Salisbury and Kannapolis today.