2019 Ford Escape vs. 2019 Hyundai TUCSON
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Ford Escape and 2019 Hyundai TUCSON contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Ford Escape and the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON.
When we compare the 2019 Ford Escape's and the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2019 Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Ford Escape's and the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Escape is a better car than the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON.
Pricing: A used 2019 Ford Escape ranges from $13,404 to $22,895 while a used 2019 Hyundai TUCSON is priced between $13,998 to $23,086.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Ford Escape loses 46.4 percent of its value and the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON retains 6.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Ford Escape.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Escape is 8.6 out of 10 while the Hyundai TUCSON's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Ford Escape being ranked 3 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Hyundai TUCSON being ranked 13 out of 19. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Ford Escape is ranked 13 and the Hyundai TUCSON is ranked 33.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Escape is 8.2 out of 10. For the Hyundai TUCSON the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Ford Escape a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai TUCSON.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Ford Escape’s base engine makes 168 horsepower, and the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON base engine makes 164 horsepower. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 455 miles. The TUCSON is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 492 miles. This gives the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Ford Escape. The Escape uses e85, regular unleaded, and the TUCSON uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Ford Escape has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Hyundai TUCSON, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.68 out of 5 Stars.
Overview
The Ford Escape and Hyundai Tucson have a lot in common. They’re both roomy and well-equipped with a choice of gas and hybrid powertrains. The Tucson offers a more premium interior across its lineup. The cheaper materials used in the Escape make it feel like a less premium offering. Both are comfortable, but there’s more headroom and legroom in the rear seats of the Tucson, which makes it a better choice for those who often have adults in the rear seats. There’s also more room for cargo in the Tucson and a higher maximum tow rating. Both offer hybrids for maximum fuel efficiency, but only the Escape includes a plug-in hybrid in the mix. While the starting prices for gas trims are comparable, when it comes to hybrids there’s a larger difference. Whether you’re going with Escape hybrid or plug-in hybrid, it’s more affordable than available Tucson hybrid trims.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,105
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$24,516
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$23,350 - $26,345
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,350
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$24,516
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$23,350 - $26,345
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,946
Price Range:
$13,404 - $22,895
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$20,157
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$16,854 - $25,234
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,625
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
69,145
# Good or Great Deals:
762
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$18,442
Price Range:
$13,998 - $23,086
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$20,157
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$16,854 - $25,234
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
817
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
69,215
# Good or Great Deals:
385
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai TUCSON Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Ford Escape
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
5.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
4.9 - 8.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
14.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Hyundai TUCSON
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
5.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
4.9 - 8.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
16.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.7 - 21
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.7 - 21
Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 59Ranking
17 out of / 19Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
19 out of / 19Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
35 out of / 67Ranking
38 out of / 67Ranking
46 out of / 67Ranking
54 out of / 67Hyundai TUCSON Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 14Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 59Ranking
19 out of / 19Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
25 out of / 67Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
32 out of / 67Ranking
32 out of / 67Ranking
33 out of / 67Ranking
37 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 67Ranking
45 out of / 67Ranking
54 out of / 67Summary Review
The Ford Escape is a compact five-person SUV with a smooth ride and efficient engine options. The current Escape was redesigned for the 2020 model year, with new models costing an average of $29,828 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,407.
Summary Review
The Hyundai Tucson is a five-passenger SUV with an upscale cabin and plenty of room for cargo and people. The current Tucson was redesigned for the 2022 model year, with new models costing an average of $29,524 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,667.
Pros and Cons
- Roomy interior
- Sharp handling with a smooth ride
- Wide range of powertrains
- Cheap interior materials
- Top trims are too pricey
- Small front seat cushions
Pros and Cons
- High quality cabin materials
- Plenty of standard safety equipment
- Comfortable ride
- Tricky capacitive infotainment controls
- No volume knob
- No wireless Apple CarPlay with large screen
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Ford Escape Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, Titanium
2019 Hyundai TUCSON Trim Levels
Limited, Night, SE, SEL, Sport, Ultimate, Value
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.68 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
164 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 455 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
377 / 492 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
34 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
132.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Cargo Space:
31 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
61.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3522 lbs
Width:
81.8 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
178.1 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3309 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Lightning Blue
Gray
Magnetic
Green
Baltic Sea Green
Orange
Sedona Orange
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White
Brown
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Noir Pearl
Blue
Aqua Blue / Dusk Blue
Gray
Coliseum Gray
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Silver
Molten Silver
White
Dazzling White / White Pearl
Brown
Sage Brown
Red
Gemstone Red
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black/Chromite Gray
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Beige
Gray
Gray
