2024 Ford Escape Review

A beloved compact SUV, the 2024 Ford Escape delivers a bold appearance, seating for five, advanced technology, and incredible gas mileage. Make the most of your every day and weekend getaways with the new Ford Escape. Explore all six handsome trims when you visit Bell Ford for a test drive!

Meet the New 2024 Ford Escape

Because 2023 showcased a complete model redesign, the 2024 lineup retains much of the same great capability. One notable change is in the trim levels, which now begin with the Active configuration. This change is fantastic news for those who prefer base trims because you’ll be able to access higher-level amenities immediately.

The Ford Escape continues to offer several powertrain choices, including two Ford EcoBoost engine options, a hybrid unit, and a plug-in hybrid powertrain. Let’s start our SUV exploration with the spacious Ford Escape cabin, where you and your family can relax and enjoy every drive.

2024 Ford Escape Interior

Even at its very accessible price, the new Ford Escape delivers the high-end amenities you want most. As standard, this Ford SUV offers wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Intelligent Access with push-button start, a premium-wrapped steering wheel, and dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control.

Use the standard 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot to join work calls from the road and enjoy music and media via the available 13.2-inch LCD capacitive infotainment touch screen. With five seats and up to 37.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, the new Ford Escape is the perfect SUV for long commutes with friends and all your gear. Engage the 60/40-split folding rear seats to make even more space for your things – up to 65.4 cubic feet – or slide them back to give passengers more legroom.

The 2024 Ford Escape interior keeps up with your comfort, convenience, and safety needs while on the go and does it in style with several interior color and material options. Choose unique cloth, partial vinyl and cloth, ActiveX-trimmed with mini perforation, or leather-trimmed with quilting and mini perforation upholstery in Ebony Black, Ebony, Space Gray, or Ebony and Red, depending on trim and configuration.

2024 Ford Escape Configurations

Each of the six 2024 Ford Escape trim configurations brings a slew of amenities to the lineup. Here’s an overview of what you can expect inside each trim to help you choose the right fit.

• Active: The Ford Escape Active trim is functional with a power liftgate that makes loading and unloading easy. Enjoy wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ capability, and stay safe on the road with Ford Co-Pilot 360™ watching your back. An easy-to-reach rotary gear shift dial and USB charging outfit the center console, and dual-zone automatic temperature control allows for customized climates in the cabin.
• ST-Line: This sporty trim launches the lineup’s ST-Line styling with a black mesh grille, a single-wing rear spoiler, a racing-inspired flat-bottom steering wheel, and upholstery with red stitching. A unique rear skid plate ensures protection, while available Intelligent AWD enhances handling and stability.
• ST-Line Select: Step up your sporty luxury in the ST-Line Select, which boasts heated front-row seats, a heated steering wheel, and remote start. On the outside, LED fog lamps and heated side mirrors both come standard. This trim also has Intelligent AWD as standard.
• ST-Line Elite: Rounding out the athletic ST-Line is the Elite trim, which brings a 360-Degree Camera with Split View, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a wireless charging pad, and ambient lighting with floor lights. A large 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster outfits the cockpit, and a 13.2-inch LCD capacitive touch screen with SYNC 4 adorns the center stack.
• Platinum: Platinum metal is shiny and attractive, just like the new Ford Escape Platinum trim. This model is brimming with top-notch standard features like a premium-wrapped and heated steering wheel and ActiveX-trimmed sport contour bucket seats with mini perforation. Its 19-inch machined-face aluminum wheels with dark tarnished painted pockets offer a striking look.
• Plug-In Hybrid: The Plug-In Hybrid trim offers supreme tech and performance, with many of the same features as the Platinum. This trim, however, has partial vinyl and cloth sport contour bucket seats, 18-inch machined-face magnetic aluminum wheels with painted pockets, and, of course, the 2.5-liter I-4 plug-in hybrid engine.

We can’t wait to introduce you to the new 2024 Ford Escape for sale. Pick your favorite model, then customize it even further with one of the sporty 2024 Ford Escape colors like Rapid Red, Agate Black Metallic, or Iconic Silver Metallic. For an on-trend exterior, choose the new Vapor Blue Metallic paint color and turn heads with your SUV’s modern style. Discover all your Ford Escape color options with a member of our team today.

2024 Ford Escape Powertrains

With four powertrain options across the lineup, the new Ford Escape truly is versatile and ready for any lifestyle. Standard in the Active and ST-Line trims, the 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine comes in FWD or Intelligent AWD. It produces 180 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque alongside its EPA-estimated 27/34 MPG (City/Highway)¹ with FWD.

The 2.0-liter EcoBoost I-4 engine is equipped in the ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Platinum trims; it is available in the Active. It generates 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque, and it can tow up to 3,500 pounds² while still delivering an EPA-estimated 23/31 MPG (City/Highway)¹ with standard Intelligent AWD.

The 2.5-liter I-4 hybrid comes in FWD or Intelligent AWD and is available in four Ford Escape trims: the three ST-Line models and the Platinum. It delivers 192 combined horsepower with 155 pound-feet of torque. Regardless of drivetrain, fuel economy is an incredible EPA-estimated 42/36 (City/Highway),¹ perfect for weekday commutes or weekend travel.

Choose the Plug-In Hybrid trim for the 2.5-liter I-4 plug-in hybrid engine and access 210 combined horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque with an EPA-estimated 101 MPGe Combined.¹ Can you even imagine 101 miles per gallon in an SUV?

Explore the 2024 Ford Escape at Bell Ford Today

Escape the mundane and journey off the beaten path in a 2024 Ford Escape trim you love. Visit our showroom for a test drive today, or explore our entire new Ford inventory to find more exciting options. Have questions about a Ford model? Our team is ready and excited to help you get behind the wheel and be on your way.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the Ford Escape be redesigned?

While redesign intervals can vary between makes and models, most popular vehicles have a redesign cycle of about five years. Since the Ford Escape received a refresh for the 2023 model year, we don’t expect to see another redesign right away. Contact our local Bell Ford dealership team for further details regarding future Ford Escape – or other Ford model – redesigns today.

Will there be a 2025 Ford Escape?

Yes, the Ford Motor Company has announced preliminary design details for the 2025 Ford Escape, so you will still be able to purchase this iconic SUV for another model year. As the Ford brand continues to emphasize EV development, the Ford Escape may be a candidate for full electrification in the coming years. Contact us to learn more and stay updated.

What year did the Ford brand redesign the Escape SUV?

The Ford Escape has seen various redesigns over its lifetime. Most recently, it saw a major redesign in 2020, with updated exterior and interior styling and new engine options. The popular SUV also received a refresh for the 2023 model year, with a new front and rear fascia, updated trim levels, and new powertrain options. Visit us to see the 2024 Ford Escape and take it for a test drive.

¹EPA-estimated city/hwy 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.

²Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.