"Ford Escape" - a compact crossover

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Ford "Escape" - a restyled American car, which was presented in 2012 at the international SUV exhibition held in Los Angeles. The updated crossover model has a monolithic style, which has a positive impact on its dynamic performance, and combines certain features of an SUV in a fairly compact size.

2013 Ford Escape: Series of Updates

Features of the new Ford Escape:

1) voluminous trunk;

2) fuel economy;

3) all-wheel drive system;

4) new exterior design;

5) upgraded interior trim;

6) introduction of the latest technology.

Ford Escape specifications

Exterior design

The new Escape model is based on the Ford C1 platform. Gross vehicle weight - 1986 kg. Length - 4524 mm,height - 1684, width - 1839 mm, wheelbase length - 2690 mm and ground clearance - 210 mm. The fuel tank is designed for 61 liters, it is recommended to fill it with 92nd fuel. The maximum speed of the car is 160 km/h. Number of doors and seats - 5. The new generation of "Ford-Escape" is more sporty and attractive. The headlights have been slightly modified, the front ones have become narrower. The wings are more prominent.

Interior

The interior of the cabin has also undergone some changes. The main feature of "Escape" is the presence of hands-free technology, that is, if the key fob is in your pocket, you just need to put your foot to the rear bumper and the door will automatically open. The same actions close it. The seating position behind the wheel has become more elevated with all-round visibility. The seats are adjustable in four directions: back, forward, down, up. Updated instrument panel, door armrests. The trunk is now 970 liters, if the rear seats are folded, it increases to 1930 liters.

Technological change

The Ford Escape is equipped with an intelligent 4WD system. This software analyzes information collected from 25 sensors. These include wheel speed, pedal position and steering angle, which help the driver assess road conditions and protect against unwanted situations. The car has an automatic transmission and is equipped with several types of engine to choose from. The 1.6 liter EcoBoost turbo engine produces 178 horsepower. According to the dealer,"Ford-Escape" in urban mode when driving will consume fuel up to 10 liters per 100 km / h, and on the highway - 7 liters. For car enthusiasts who prefer good car dynamics and engine output, a 2.0 liter EcoBoost turbo engine will be introduced. Its power is 237 horsepower. A 2.5 liter Duratec engine will also be available to customers. Power: 168 horsepower.

All kinds of engine meet the requirements of environmental protection. The updated Escape model is 10% more aerodynamic than its predecessors. The all-wheel drive system provides excellent vehicle handling on rough terrain in adverse weather conditions. New technological advances are noticeable in the new car. As described above, the tailgate opens automatically, there is an Active Park Assist type parking system, a touch screen with My Ford Touch capability. Control over the "dead" zones is carried out by the BLIS information system. Maneuvering on the roads and in the parking lot has become safer.

The new "Ford Escape" is sold only in the US, for sale in Europe, dealers have presented a cloned model of the car - "Ford Kuga". This model has the same specifications and is available from Ford dealers.