2023 Ford Escape in Carleton Place, ON
2023 Ford Escape Performance
Under the bonnet, the 2023 Ford Escape houses a standard turbocharged 1.5-litre EcoBoost engine churning out 180 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque. An available 2.0-litre EcoBoost powerhouse generates 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. For more efficiency, drivers can opt for the available turbocharged 2.0-litre EcoBoost engine paired with a mild hybrid system to deliver 163 horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque. The last available engine is a plug-in hybrid engine creating a total of 210 horsepower from a 2.0-litre engine and hybrid configuration. Front-wheel drive is standard in the entry-level trims, while higher trims use the optional all-wheel drive system.The two gasoline engines mate with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and both hybrid engines work with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Ford arms the 2023 Escape with four selectable driving modes to help personalize driving based on your terrain. The modes include the Normal mode for everyday driving, the Eco mode for responsible driving, along with the Sport and Slippery modes. To help meet your hauling needs, this small SUV comes with an available Class II Trailer Tow Package that can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped.
2023 Ford Escape Interior
With a spacious interior, the 2023 Ford Escape can accommodate a maximum of five people. The front row features standard bucket seats for excellent comfort, while the second row has sliding seats, giving taller passengers 5.9 inches of additional legroom. This is in addition to more than 40 inches of available legroom in the front row to let your co-pilot relax during long adventures. Enjoy a cavernous cargo space of up to 1,851 litres when you fold the versatile 60-40 split-fold rear seat. You can enjoy the outdoors thanks to the available panoramic vista roof that slides back at the touch of a button.The interior of the 2023 Ford Escape includes an 8-inch infotainment display, while higher trims have the optional 13.2-inch display. Both screens run the manufacturer's latest SYNC 4 infotainment interface, compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for seamless smartphone connectivity. You can connect SYNC 4 AppLink with Alexa to access voice-activated navigation and control on select devices. In addition to an available 12.3-inch digital instrument pane cluster for accessing vital driver information, the interior can be optioned with a head-up display to help you stay focused on the road ahead.