Aug 12, 2019

2019 Ford Escape in Rochester, MN | Ford SUV

Looking for an affordable family SUV? With its unique hatchback design, powerful engine options, comfortable interior, technology features the whole family will love, and impressive safety ratings, you will definitely want to check out the 2019 Ford Escape.

Unique Hatchback Design

The shape of the Escape has not changed since it was re-imagined seven years ago, with a design that contradicts the very category it falls under. Looking nothing like an SUV and instead purposefully made to look like a hatchback, the sleek downward sloping design shows off the new raised roof and large cargo space. Lots of curves can be found on the exterior of the vehicle, adding to the hatchback mentality.

Power Under the Hood

The base S trim features a 2.5-liter, I-4 engine producing 168 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque while the SE trims increases the power with a 1.5-liter, I-4 turbocharged engine generating 179 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque.

Finally, at the Titanium level, you will find a 2.0-liter, I-4 turbocharged engine delivering 245 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque and built-in paddle shift controls due to the expectation that the driver will use this engine’s thrust quite liberally. All three engines pair with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Comfortable Interior

The base S trim features a 60/40-split folding reclining rear seat, a height-adjustable driver seat, air conditioning, cruise control, and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel. Jump to the SE trim and receive heated front seats, rear air vents, dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button ignition, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, and an eight-way power-adjustable driver seat with power lumbar adjustment.

The SEL level adds rear parking sensors, premium cloth upholstery ideal for hot climates, leather-wrapped shift knob and steering wheel, and power-adjustable side mirrors with heating. The luxurious Titanium level brings an automated parallel and perpendicular parking feature, driver-seat memory settings, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, remote start, front and rear parking sensors, heated and 10-way power-adjustable front seats, and ambient interior lighting.

Technology to Keep You Connected

Tech features at the base S level include a six-speaker audio system with a USB port and CD player, the Sync interface with AppLink smartphone integration, a 4.2-inch central display, Bluetooth, and a rearview camera.

The SE trim adds an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, Sync Connect, satellite radio, a nine-speaker audio system with dual USB ports, and enhanced voice controls. Those choosing the Titanium trim will enjoy a 10-speaker Sony sound system with HD radio, additional 12-volt power outlets,  a 110-volt, a navigation system, and a household-style power outlet.

Safety

An SUV that prides itself as a family vehicle must prove itself as a safe vehicle first. The Ford Escape has received a five out of five on overall safety by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Escape performed well on both the frontal and side crash tests. Ford also went the extra mile and included forward collision warnings and a blind spot safety system as standard features on the Escape.

Come experience the 2019 Ford Escape yourself and visit Rochester Ford to schedule a test drive today.