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Comparison 04/23/2026
Rumors about Ford retiring the Escape have finally come true. While many thought it would take its final bow in 2025, it managed to hang on for one more year. In '26, Ford says goodbye to this veteran nameplate to dedicate more resources to its upcoming EV portfolio. If you are currently in the market for a compact SUV, here is how the farewell 2026 Ford Escape compares to the 2025 version.
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Comparison 04/10/2026
It was a rumor in 2025, but the Ford Escape managed to hold on for one more year. Unfortunately, this year the news is very much real—the Escape takes its final bow, and 2026 models serve as a perfect reminder of why it’s been such a hit for so long. If you’re looking to grab a new compact SUV, now is the perfect moment to see how Ford’s do-it-all strategy compares to that of the Honda CR-V. Here's everything you need to know to make that final decision.
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Review 01/28/2026
The Escape is Ford’s affordable SUV, a mainstay budget model in the class for many years now. Its generous feature list and affordable price are two major reasons it has succeeded to date in a class that sees stiff competition. In this 2026 Ford Escape Active vs ST-Line comparison, we’ll be going in depth on what each trim does well and how they stack up overall in the class.
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Comparison 05/19/2025
The Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Escape are some of Ford’s premiere offerings in the SUV class this year, both expected to benefit from a wide suite of updates in the new year. Both models are suited for their own use cases, it can be hard to know which one hits all the right notes to seal the deal. In today’s review of the Ford SUVs, we’ll be taking a look at the two to see who comes out on top in this head to head.
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Comparison 05/19/2025
Compact SUVs often represent the perfect meeting ground of practicality and affordability in a fun sized, often sporty package. Two of the premiere contenders in the crossover SUV class are offerings from Honda and Ford, the CR-V and the Escape. In today’s review, we look at the two in-depth, giving you the scoop on the latest CR-V vs Escape fuel efficiency comparison in the 2025 model year.
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Comparison 04/10/2025
It has been rumored for a while that 2025 is the last year of the Ford Escape, which is expected to be replaced by an as yet unnamed EV. That means if you’re interested in this small but mighty SUV, this is the time to act. But let’s take a look at how it does against one of its main competitors—the 2025 Chevy Equinox.
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Review 09/16/2024
The 2025 Ford Escape will be here soon! We expect this new compact crossover SUV to once again deliver best-in-class options, including hybrid efficiency and turbocharged power.
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Review 05/07/2024
Ford wrapped up Escape production in mid-December, closing the chapter on one of its most accessible and widely bought SUVs. With $2 billion going into reworking the plant for a new lineup of affordable EVs, this final model year is really about what the Escape already does well, and whether it still fits what you need. Find out in this 2026 Ford Escape review.
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