Though they certainly align with others in the segment, the Escape is considerably smaller inside than a Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Kia Sportage, etc. As likable as the Escape is, it’s hard not to cringe at the price tags. It feels like there’s a “but” coming here, right? There is. Upper trim levels also put on a good show with a vast 13.4-inch widescreen-oriented touchscreen boasting crisp graphics and great Apple/Android integration. The driving experience furthers that impression, with above-average handling for the segment, and a terrific lineup of engines, including a rare performance upgrade and two hybrids (the regular Escape Hybrid and the Escape Plug-in Hybrid). You climb in, and the car-like driving position makes you feel like you’re about to take a spin in a sporty hatchback – albeit with a higher viewpoint. The 2024 Ford Escape is a compact SUV that’s easy to like.
Pros: Great powertrain choices, including hybrids fun to drive hybrids have spare tires Cons: Interior is too small and chintzy for the money physical controls missed with big touchscreen 2024 Ford Escape Review: Easy to like, but space and price are problems If the interior were just a bit bigger and a lot nicer, it could be a contender
