Compare 2023 Ford Escape vs 2023 Ford Explorer

2023 Ford Escape vs 2023 Ford Explorer
2023 Ford Escape 2023 Ford Explorer

  Engine

1.5L Turbocharged I-3 2.3L Turbocharged I-4

  Horsepower

180 hp 300 hp

  MPG (City/Highway)

27/34 * 21/28 *

  Seating Capacity

5 Passengers 7 Passengers

  Max Cargo Space

65.4 cubic feet 87.8 cubic feet

2023 Ford Escape vs 2023 Ford Explorer

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Both the Ford Escape and the Ford Explorer are strong contenders for your search for a high-quality, well-appointed crossover SUV. The compact 2023 Escape is a well-equipped crossover with updates to its exterior style, technologies, and trim lineup. The midsize 2023 Explorer has three rows of seating and several updates. With our focus on your satisfaction at Harrison Ford, you will be supported fully as you continue learning about these top models.

Performance

The 2023 Escape is available with two gas engines, including a 180-horsepower turbo three-cylinder system and a 250-horsepower turbo four-cylinder alternative. You can choose between a 192-horsepower, 2.5-liter hybrid system or a 210-horsepower, plug-in hybrid motor. The 2023 Ford Explorer, on the other hand, offers a 300-horsepower, turbo four-cylinder gas engine, and a 400-horsepower, turbo six-cylinder option. In addition, a 318-horsepower hybrid V6 engine is available.

Appearance

The Escape's new look includes a redesigned front end with a radiant mesh design on the grille, a metal-accented bumper, and LED-encapsulated headlights. This crossover has a short, strongly tapered hood and smooth yet deep side contouring. The larger Explorer has flatter angles across its profile as well as a pair of rigid accent lines streaming over the sides. The nose has a wide grille with a tight mesh pattern, and it connects on its upper sides to the headlights.

Features

Depending on the trim selected, both of these models are offered with an auto parking system, a head-up display, a B&O sound system, leather upholstery, wireless smart device app connectivity, a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view camera, a 13.2-inch touch display screen, a wireless charging pad, and others. The Explorer also features second-row captain's chairs, massaging front seats, wood trim, diamond-quilted leather seats, power-folding functionality for the third row of seats, and several additional features.

With these and other differences between the 2023 Explorer and the 2023 Escape, a test drive is a great way to appreciate what these Ford crossovers offer fully. Connect with a sales team member at Harrison Ford today for your Escape and Explorer test drives.

* EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.