Ford Escape vs. Toyota Prius v
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Escape and Toyota Prius v 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 Escape and the Toyota Prius v.
When we compare the Ford Escape's and the Toyota Prius v's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Toyota Prius v has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Ford Escape's and the Toyota Prius v's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escape is a better car than the Toyota Prius v.
Pricing: A used 2017 Ford Escape ranges from $7,254 to $16,995 while a used 2017 Toyota Prius v is priced between $11,997 to $22,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Escape’s base engine makes 168 horsepower, and the Toyota Prius v base engine makes 134 horsepower. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 455 miles. The Prius v is rated to deliver an average of 41 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. This gives the Toyota Prius v the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Escape. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Escape has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Toyota Prius v has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The Ford Escape and Toyota Prius v are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Escape 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:
23750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
23728
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
21995 - 25645
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
26675
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
26534
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
22200 - 33220
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12140
Price Range:
7254 - 16995
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
14378
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
11916 - 18803
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1755
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
100966
# Good or Great Deals:
784
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
17757
Price Range:
11997 - 22997
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
15842
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
12035 - 18844
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
52
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
106991
# Good or Great Deals:
19
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota Prius v Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Escape
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
3.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
1.6 - 7.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.088
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Prius v
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
5.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
4.3 - 7.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.32
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.427274086573392
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 12.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8496515792578168
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
0.9 - 3.5
Ford Escape Rankings
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48 out of / 66Ranking
55 out of / 66Toyota Prius v Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Ford Escape Trim Levels
S, SE, Titanium
Toyota Prius v Trim Levels
Five, Four, Three, Two
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:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 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):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 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):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 455 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 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):
43 / 39 / 41
Range (city/hwy):
512 / 464 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
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
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 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
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
132.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
34.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
131.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3552 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:
3340 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
62 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
109.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 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:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Lightning Blue
Gold
White Gold
Gray
Magnetic
Red
Canyon Ridge
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Blue Ribbon Metallic
Gold
Not available
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Red
Absolutely Red
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Blizzard Pearl / Super White
Brown
Toasted Walnut Pearl
Green
Galactic Aqua Mica / Sea Glass Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
