Despite a complete redesign in the previous year, the 2021 Ford Escape in Austin comes through with some alterations and updates this year. With a lower starting price than its rivals and a better-looking interior design, the new Escape gives tough competition to the Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, and Honda HR-V. Though a 181-horsepower turbocharged 1.5-liter base engine might raise some questions about the Ford Escape’s performance, the burlier available 221-horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine makes up for it.
The new Ford Escape also boasts a strong suite of standard technology and safety features. It is available in 10 trims; S, SE, SE Hybrid, SEL, SEL Hybrid, Titanium Hybrid, SE Plug-in Hybrid, Titanium, SEL Plug-in Hybrid, and Titanium Plug-in Hybrid. Read on to learn more about the 2021 Ford Escape in Austin.
2021 Ford Escape in Austin – What’s New?
The Ford Escape was fully redesigned for 2020; hence there are only some minor upgrades for this year’s trims. The Technology Package now includes a hands-free tailgate and Co-Pilot 360 whereas adaptive cruise control is now a part of the standard safety package for all trims of the new Ford Escape in Austin. Additionally, the hybrid powertrain is now available for the SEL and SE models. Newly styled 19-inch alloy wheels are now available with Titanium trim. The new Escape also gets new exterior colors; Iconic Silver Metallic, Carbonized Gray Metallic, Bronze Fire Metallic, and Antimatter Blue Metallic.
How Much Does the New 2021 Ford Escape in Austin Cost?
The 2021 Ford Escape in Austin starts with an MSRP of $27,255. However, the price will range as you move up the tier or with the addition of new features. To give you an idea, here’s how the starting price varies; the middle-tier SEL and SEL hybrid models cost $31,215 and $32,205 each. In contrast, the top-tier Titanium and Titanium Plug-in Hybrid can cost you $37,200 and $40,030, respectively.
What About Performance?
The 2021 Ford Escape comes with two turbocharged EcoBoost engine choices; a standard 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engine that produces 190 pound-feet of torque and 181-horsepower and an available 2-liter 4-cylinder engine that develops 280 pound-feet of torque and 250-horsepower. Both the engines are paired with 8-speed automatic transmission. Though the front-wheel drive is standard, you can also opt for all-wheel drive. Overall, the 2021 Ford Escape in Austin blends composure and comfort well and promises to be an ideal Austin commuter.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the 2021 Ford Escape with the front-wheel-drive and the standard 1.5-liter engine gave a fuel average of 34 MPG on the highway and 28 MPG in the city. However, the reading drops to 31 MPG on the highway and 26 MPG in the city with all-wheel drive. Conversely, with all-wheel drive and the 2-liter engine, the new Ford Escape in Austin earns a rating of 31 MPG on the highway and 26 MPG in the city.
The new Escape Hybrid gets an estimated 37 MPG on the highway and 43 MPG in the city with all-wheel drive or 37 MPG on the highway and 44 MPG in the city with front-wheel drive.
Inside The New Ford Escape
The 2021 Ford Escape in Austin’s roomy interior can easily accommodate five people. When it comes to cargo space, the new Escape offers 65.4 cubic feet behind the first row and 37.5 cubic feet behind the second, allowing you to fit 21 carry-on bags with both rows folded.
The new Austin Ford Escape features an easy-to-use SYNC 3 infotainment system on a 4.2-inch touchscreen display, Bluetooth, two USB ports, a 6-speaker stereo, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Wi-Fi connectivity of up to six people. Turning up a notch to the higher trims will give you an 8-inch touchscreen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlat, navigation, satellite radio, 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen stereo, push-button start, proximity keyless entry, automatic climate control, and a panoramic moonroof.
How Safe Is The Austin 2021 Ford Escape?
The 2021 Ford Escape in Austin earned a five out of five stars overall rating in the crash test conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. On the other hand, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the 2021 Ford Escape in Austin the highest “Good” rating in all six crash tests. The Escape offers a myriad of safety features: dynamic brake support with forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking with pre-collision assist, lane-keeping alert, driver alert, and lane-keeping assist rear-cross traffic alert with blind-spot monitoring and automatic high beams with For Co-Pilot360.
2021 Ford Escape Still Available in Austin, Texas
The 2021 Ford Escape is still available in Austin, Texas. The new Escape is a compact crossover comprising a wide range of engine options, comfortable seating for five people, and an affordable starting price. Its large suite of standard tech-advanced and driver-assistance features and excellent crash-test ratings make it the perfect SUV choice for your Austin commute or as a daily driver. We invite you to come by Covert Ford in Austin and experience the new Ford Escape SUV for yourself. Learn why this affordable Ford SUV is a preferred commuter for many Central Texas busy families. We will be happy to answer any questions you have.
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