2018 Ford Escape

There are four different trim levels to choose from with the 2018 Ford Escape, including the Ford Escape S, Ford Escape SE, Ford Escape SEL, and Ford Escape Titanium. The Ford Escape S starts at $23,940, while the Ford Escape SE begins at $25,700. You can purchase the Ford Escape SEL for a starting price of $28,100, while the Ford Escape Titanium starts at $32,140. All four models have door handles and a rear spoiler that match the body color of the SUV. They also all have a front upper grille that's silver, along with a chrome surround and chrome bar insert.

The Ford Escape S has a 2.5L iVCT I-4 engine, while the Ford Escape SE and Ford Escape SEL models have a 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine with automatic start-stop features. The Ford Escape Titanium has a 2.0-liter Twin Scroll EcoBoost engine that has auto start-stop features. All models have a six-speed automatic transmission that includes SelectShift Capability and the option to add an engine block heater. They also come with curve control and an electric parking brake.

All Ford Escape models come with front-wheel drive and traction control to make driving in any condition easier. You can choose to add an intelligent four-wheel-drive system to any model. They also come with electric power-assisted steering and four-wheel disc brakes that have an anti-lock brake system. The Ford Escape S gets an estimated 21 city miles per gallon and 29 highway miles per gallon, while the Ford Escape SE and SEL get an estimated 23 miles per gallon in the city and 30 miles per gallon on the highway. The Ford Escape Titanium gets an estimated 21 miles per gallon in the city and 28 miles per gallon on the highway.

Every model has seating for up to five people in it. The Ford Escape S and SE have cloth front bucket seats, while the Ford Escape SEL and Titanium have leather-trimmed front bucket seats. The Ford Escape S has a six-way manual driver seat; there are more options in the SE, SEL, and Titanium with a 10-way power driver seat. The Ford Escape SE, SEL, and Titanium all have dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control, and the Ford Escape S has a single-zone, manual climate control.

All models have a personal safety system that includes two-stage front passenger and driver air bags. They also have a driver knee air bag and side-impact air bags in the front. A belt minder system lets both the driver and front passenger know when they don't have their seat belts on. The Safety Canopy System helps all the air bags stay connected and go off in case of an accident, particularly a roll-over crash. When you need a new vehicle, check out the 2018 Ford Escape. With four models to choose from and optional add-ons, there are plenty of ways to make it the SUV of your dreams.