MINI Hardtop 2 Door vs. Ford Escape
In comparing the MINI Hardtop 2 Door to the Ford Escape, the MINI Hardtop 2 Door has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the MINI Hardtop 2 Door versus the Ford Escape, the two cars are fairly comparable.
MINI Hardtop 2 Door vs. Ford Escape Pricing
A used 2023 MINI Hardtop 2 Door ranges from $28,000 to $40,296 while a used 2023 Ford Escape is priced between $28,165 to $42,243. For a new model, the MINI Hardtop 2 Door's price is between $29,600 and $42,400, with the Ford Escape priced between $30,333 and $42,258.
MINI Hardtop 2 Door vs. Ford Escape Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the MINI Hardtop 2 Door is 7.6 out of 10 while the Ford Escape's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the MINI Hardtop 2 Door being ranked 22 out of 51 Best Small Cars and the Ford Escape being ranked 13 out of 24 Best Small SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the MINI Hardtop 2 Door’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the Ford Escape base engine makes 180 horsepower. The Hardtop 2 Door is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 441 miles. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 503 miles. The Hardtop 2 Door uses premium unleaded, and the Escape uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Escape, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The MINI Hardtop 2 Door, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford Escape has higher safety ratings than the MINI Hardtop 2 Door, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,600 - $42,400
Used Asking Price:
$28,000 - $40,296
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$30,333 - $42,258
Used Asking Price:
$28,165 - $42,243
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.7%
MINI Hardtop 2 Door Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
MINI Hardtop 2 Door Rankings
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11 out of / 51Ranking
17 out of / 51Ranking
22 out of / 51Ranking
26 out of / 51Ranking
34 out of / 51Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
12 out of / 14Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 24Ranking
25 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
56 out of / 61Summary Review
Not yet available
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.
Pros and Cons
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
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
MINI Hardtop 2 Door Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works
Ford Escape Trim Levels
Active, Base, Platinum, ST-Line, ST-Line Elite, ST-Line Select
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 1480 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 38 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 441 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
47.8 inches
Cargo Space:
8.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
34 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 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:
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2769 lbs
Width:
75.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
152.2 inches
Wheelbase:
98.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
195/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
