2024 Ford Escape and 2024 Ford Explorer Comparison Review

2024 Ford Escape and 2024 Ford Explorer: Specs and Configurations

Welcome to the future of the automotive industry! At Future Ford of Roseville, we proudly offer the 2024 Ford Explorer and the 2024 Ford Escape, two SUVs that cater to a variety of performance preferences for drivers in Citrus Heights, Rocklin, Folsom, Lincoln, Granite Bay, Elk Grove, and Woodland. The 2024 Ford Explorer stands out with its extensive range of powertrain options, ensuring there’s a model to suit every need. The Explorer offers eight standard trims: Base, XLT, ST-Line, Timberline, Limited, ST, King Ranch, and Platinum. The Base, XLT, ST-Line, Timberline, and Limited trims come equipped with a robust 2.3-liter EcoBoost inline-4 engine that delivers an impressive 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, achieving 20 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway. For those seeking more power, the ST, King Ranch, and Platinum trims feature a 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 engine producing a formidable 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque, with fuel efficiency rated at 18 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. All trims come standard with a ten-speed automatic transmission, and an available 4WD system enhances off-road capabilities. The Explorer also boasts a towing capacity of up to 5,600 pounds with the V6 engine and 5,300 pounds with the I4 engine. Notably, the rugged Timberline trim offers a dark carbonized gray grille, Ford Performance Timberline off-road light kit, a 3.58 Torsen limited-slip rear axle, and 7.9 inches of ground clearance, perfect for off-pavement adventures. On the other hand, the 2024 Ford Escape is designed to offer a versatile range of engine options to meet diverse driving needs. Customers can choose between two traditional gas engines, a hybrid powertrain, and a plug-in hybrid model. The base engine is a spirited 1.5-liter EcoBoost three-cylinder turbo engine that produces 181 horsepower and features Auto Start-Stop Technology for enhanced fuel efficiency, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive to achieve a combined rating of 30 MPG. The more powerful option is a 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine that generates 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. For eco-conscious drivers, the Escape ST-Line hybrid combines a 2.5-liter I-4 engine with a continuously variable transmission, producing 192 horsepower and offering a combined fuel efficiency rating of 39 MPG, thanks to regenerative braking. The plug-in hybrid model further elevates efficiency, featuring the same 2.5-liter I-4 engine and a battery pack to deliver a total system output of 210 horsepower and an MPGe of 101 combined. It can travel up to 37 miles on electric power alone with its 10.7 kWh battery pack. The Escape’s towing capacity ranges from 1,500 to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, and it includes standard selectable drive modes such as Eco, Sport, Slippery, and Normal to adapt performance and handling to various driving conditions.