Drivers in Middletown, Odessa, and Dover are always on the go, and they need an
SUV that'll keep up. While there are many on the road today, one great option is the Ford Escape.
In this 2018 Ford Escape review, we here at Winner Ford will go over every aspect of the SUV. Then, when you're ready to get behind the wheel, contact us for a test drive.
2018 Ford Escape Features
The 2018 Ford Escape is all about convenience, which it provides in many ways. The first example of this is simply how you enter the vehicle. While the Intelligent Access key is in your pocket or purse, just touch the door handle to open it. Once inside, press the brake pedal and push the start button. You'll no longer need to fumble for your keys, and can get started on reaching your destination faster.
If you often need to fill your car with groceries, luggage, or other objects, you'll have plenty of space to do so in the 2018 Escape. With the rear seats up, you'll have 34 cubic feet of cargo room. Fold down either of the 60/40 split rear seat backs to fit a passenger and extra cargo. Or, for maximum cargo room, fold both seats down to reveal up to 68 cubic feet of cargo space.
Also, if your hands are full, you can take advantage of the available hands-free, foot-activated liftgate. While you have your Intelligent Access key, just kick your foot under the bumper to open the liftgate. You can also adjust the height if your car is in an area with lower overhangs.
Ford Escape Performance
The 2018 Escape is a very capable vehicle, with options that provide different driving benefits. For high fuel-efficiency, there's the 1.5L EcoBoost® engine with Auto Start-Stop technology, which can achieve an EPA-estimated 23 city/30 highway MPG.1 For high power, there's the 2.0L Twin Scroll EcoBoost® engine with Auto Start-Stop technology. It delivers an impressive 245 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque.
For smooth and controlled handling, the 2018 Escape comes standard with AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™, Curve Control, and Torque Vectoring Control. You'll also be able to handle any type of road or weather easily with the Intelligent 4-Wheel Drive System. This system monitors road conditions every 16 milliseconds. It then transfers torque from the front wheels to the rear ones as needed for a precise blend of handling and traction at all times.
Ford Escape Technology
Besides being convenient and capable, the Ford Escape is also a smart SUV. To ensure connectivity and entertainment, the Escape offers the SYNC® 3 system. This system uses a capacitive touchscreen and voice-activated technology to pull up all your media options, like audio, phone settings, and navigation. Listen to music with SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, or get help with reaching your destination by using SiriusXM Traffic™ with Travel Link®. You can also connect your smartphone to the vehicle through Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ to pull up all your apps.
Other Ford Escape technology features help you stay safe on your daily travels. There are many driver-assisting features in this SUV, including:
- BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System): Uses a radar to identify a vehicle in your blind spot and alerts you with an indicator light in the appropriate exterior mirror.
- Forward Collision Warning with Brake Support: Alerts you to a potential collision with a vehicle ahead. If you don't react in time, the brakes will pre-charge and increase in sensitivity to provide full responsiveness when you brake.
- Enhanced Active Park Assist: This system scans for an available parking spot and helps you steer into place. It also provides instructions on how to get out of a tight spot.
With all these advanced safety features in place, the 2018 Ford Escape earned itself 
a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.2
Test Drive the 2018 Ford Escape Today!
If you're looking for a spacious and smooth-performing SUV with plenty of cutting-edge technology features, the 2018 Ford Escape may be perfect for you.
However, to determine that, you'll need to experience it in person. If you live in Middletown, Odessa, or Dover, you can schedule a test drive of the 2018 Ford Escape at Winner Ford today.
1 EPA-estimated city/highway MPG for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.
2 Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).
