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Ford Escape vs. Honda CR-V Hybrid

When we compare the Ford Escape to the Honda CR-V Hybrid, the Ford Escape has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing The Honda CR-V Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Escape versus the Honda CR-V Hybrid, the Honda CR-V Hybrid is a better car than the Ford Escape.

Ford Escape versus Honda CR-V Hybrid Pricing

For a new model, the Ford Escape's price is between $30,325 and $44,428, with the Honda CR-V Hybrid priced between $33,693 and $40,850.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Ford Escape’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the Honda CR-V Hybrid base engine makes 204 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Honda CR-V Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Ford Escape, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Honda CR-V Hybrid has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance than the Ford Escape.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Escape and the Honda CR-V Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Ford Escape

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$30,325 - $44,428

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

49.7%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$33,693 - $40,850

Used Asking Price:

$33,938 - $44,995

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

43.2%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.8 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

6.5 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.2 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

6 / 24

Most Reliable Small SUVs

6 / 24
12 / 14
13 / 24
14 / 61
15 / 61
21 / 28

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

24 / 24
25 / 61
38 / 61

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

56 / 61

iSeeCars Rankings

5 / 21

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 21
14 / 21

Summary 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.

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Summary Review

Not yet available

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

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Trim Levels

Active, Base, Platinum, ST-Line, ST-Line Elite, ST-Line Select

Trim Levels

Sport, Sport Touring

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:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

180 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

199 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.055 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

204 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque:

247 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.054 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

3

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

27 / 34 / 30

Range (city/hwy):

400 / 503 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

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):

Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

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:

40.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56 inches

Cargo Space:

37.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

65.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

137.5 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.2 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

39.3 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

76.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

142.8 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3291 lbs

Width:

85.6 inches

Height:

66 inches

Length:

180.1 inches

Wheelbase:

106.7 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.5 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3752 lbs

Width:

73.5 inches

Height:

66.2 inches

Length:

184.8 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/60R18