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Boasting plenty of passenger and cargo space, modern technology, and cutting-edge safety features, the 2024 Ford Escape is on a mission to provide comfortable and reliable family transportation. Whether it is a short drive in the city or a fun adventure with your family, the 2024 Escape is an extraordinary compact SUV that is now waiting for you at the best Ford dealership in town. Explore its features, find the best trim level for you and your loved ones, and book your test drive today! Acceleration and Responsiveness The Ford Escape is available with a variety of powertrain configurations, all of which deliver a smooth, responsive, and efficient ride in the city and on the highway. The first engine is a 1.5-liter EcoBoost unit that generates 180 horsepower, followed by a 250-horsepower 2.0-liter EcoBoost. This crossover SUV is also available as a hybrid, with a 2.5-liter iVCT Atkinson I-4 that pumps 163 horsepower and 155 pounds of torque. more Perfect for daily urban commutes and the occasional road trip, the 2024 Escape is available with either front-wheel drive or an intelligent AWD system. While non-hybrid models are equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission, hybrid units get an electronic Continuously Variable Transmission. All trims come with electronic traction control, power-assisted steering, and curve control. In addition, models powered by the 2.0-liter engine and a Class II trailer tow package boast a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Passenger Space and Comfort With comfortable seating for five occupants, the 2024 Escape is a versatile crossover SUV that is perfect for all types of trips. Non-hybrid trim levels get 104 cubic feet of passenger volume, up to 42.4 inches of legroom in the front seats, and 40.70 inches in the rear row. With the rear seat backs folded down, non-hybrid models of the Ford Escape offer 65.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity. Another characteristic that places the Escape among the most popular family vehicles in the industry is its extensive array of convenience features and comfort perks. Some of these include a manual day/night rearview mirror, a rear center fold-down armrest, sliding sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, a premium-wrapped steering wheel, push-button start, and a modern dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control system. Safety and Driver-Assist Technologies No matter where you are going, the 2024 Escape comes with a long list of driver-assist technologies and active safety features that keep you confident behind the wheel. These standard perks include a comprehensive lane-keeping system, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, a blind spot information system, and a rear view camera for easy parking and maneuvering. If you want to know more about the Ford Escape and its many unique features, you've come to the right place! Grab your phone and give us a call today at Pugmire Ford of Cartersville in Cartersville, GA, where we'll be happy to set you up for a test drive of this stylish model.

The 2023 Ford Escape is a compact SUV that the whole family is bound to love, thanks to a spacious cabin, practical features, and excellent fuel economy. This year, the Escape has had an exterior upgrade to look bolder and more imposing on the road, plus exciting new infotainment technology. 1. A Roomy Cabin The Escape's interior is spacious and airy, comfortably seating up to five people. Both rows of seats offer plenty of leg and headroom and are nicely padded for maximum support. There's 37.5 cubic feet of cargo room available behind the rear seats, or you can fold those down for an outstanding 65.4 cubic feet of space, which is a lot for a subcompact SUV. more 2. Formidable Engine Options, Including Hybrids Three engines are available with the Escape. The first is a 1.5-liter EcoBoost making 181 horsepower designed to reduce fuel consumption, especially as you stop and start through the city, while a 2.0-liter EcoBoost makes 250 horsepower. Both mate with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Two hybrids, one of which is a plug-in, are available to further reduce emissions. They both pair a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors to make 210 horsepower. 3. Save Your Pennies With Good Fuel Economy The Escape gets good fuel economy for a subcompact SUV, which is a relief for both you and your wallet. Enjoy 27 miles per gallon in the city or a superb 34 miles per gallon on the highway when you opt for front-wheel drive and the 1.5-liter engine. The plug-in hybrid model, which carries a 10.7-kWh battery pack, can get you an estimated 37 miles of electric-only driving before switching to the gas engine. 4. Safety Features for Peace of Mind A host of safety features come standard with this year's Escape, so you can relax as you take your family on the road. The suite includes blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, pedestrian detection, automatic high-beam headlights, rear cross-traffic alert, driver-attention monitoring, and forward automatic emergency braking. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the car the highest rating of Good in its six original crash tests. 5. Useful Tech at Your Fingertips Ford's infotainment system is responsive and boasts crisp graphics. An 8-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, a six-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, and two USB ports come standard, while features like wireless device charging, satellite radio, voice recognition, and a 13.2-inch touchscreen are up for grabs. We think you'll particularly love the available 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system that'll have you blasting your family's favorite tracks on the drive to school. It's official: this year's Escape is a car for the whole family. To take a new or pre-owned model for a test drive, or to get your current Ford serviced, come by Pugmire Ford of Cartersville in Cartersville, GA, today.