Ford C-MAX Hybrid vs. Ford Escape Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford C-MAX Hybrid and Ford Escape Hybrid 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 Ford C-MAX Hybrid and the Ford Escape Hybrid.
In comparing the Ford C-MAX Hybrid's and the Ford Escape Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Ford C-MAX Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Ford Escape Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford C-MAX Hybrid's and the Ford Escape Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2018 Ford C-MAX Hybrid ranges from $8,314 to $19,926 while a used 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid is priced between $30,628 to $42,221.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford C-MAX Hybrid’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the Ford Escape Hybrid base engine makes 192 horsepower. The C-MAX Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles. The Escape Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 39 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles.This gives the Ford C-MAX Hybrid the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Escape Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Escape Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford C-MAX Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Escape Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,120
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$34,081 - $43,581
Starting MSRP:
$33,490
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$35,591
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$28,220 - $43,690
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$14,083
Price Range:
$8,314 - $19,926
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
65,679
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$36,239
Price Range:
$30,628 - $42,221
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$39,761
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$33,760 - $51,180
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
203
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
3,750
# Good or Great Deals:
35
Ford C-MAX Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Escape Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford C-MAX Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Escape Hybrid
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
11.2
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
10 - 12.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.7%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
2 - 8.6
Ford C-MAX Hybrid Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Escape Hybrid Rankings
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33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Ford C-MAX Hybrid Trim Levels
SE, Titanium
Ford Escape Hybrid Trim Levels
Platinum, ST-Line, ST-Line Elite, ST-Line Select
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
42 / 38 / 40
Range (city/hwy):
567 / 513 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
42 / 36 / 39
Range (city/hwy):
601 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Standard
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:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
24.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
52.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
124.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
34.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
133.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3607 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3550 lbs
Width:
85.6 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
180.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Blue
Gold
White Gold
Gray
Magnetic
Red
Hot Pepper Red Metallic Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White / White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Vapor Blue
Gold
Not available
Gray
Carbonized Gray
Red
Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black
Gray
Medium Light Stone
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony w/Red Stitching
Gray
Not available
