Which is right for you, the 2024 Ford Edge or the 2024 Ford Escape? They may look similar, but Ford’s midsize crossover, the Edge, and its compact counterpart, the Escape, have different priorities! Let’s take a closer look.
Key Takeaways
- Choose the Escape to nab a brand new Ford crossover at an excellent price. Although the Edge costs more, it also packs a bigger punch when it comes to performance.
- These Ford crossovers share most comfort and tech features, but the Edge makes its luxury features more accessible.
- Choose the Edge for maximum speed and agility, with features that include standard all-wheel drive and an available sport-tuned suspension.
- Not only is the Escape pretty powerful, but it also delivers world-class fuel economy.
Price
To save big on a new family hauler, start with the 2024 Ford Escape. This small crossover starts at $29,495, and it also gives you an excellent list of features at that price!
By comparison, the 2024 Ford Edge is a midsize crossover that delivers both more power and extra cargo space. But it’s also more expensive than the Escape, starting at $38,465.
Comfort & Tech Features
After the compact Escape received a mid-cycle refresh last year, its standard lineup has a lot more in common with that of the midsize Edge! Both crossovers now come standard with SYNC 4 infotainment and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Edge comes standard with a 12-inch infotainment touchscreen. The Escape comes with an 8-inch touchscreen, but a bigger, 13.2-inch touchscreen is also available.
These Ford crossovers also include the Ford Co-Pilot360 package. This bundle of safety aids adds blind-spot warning, lane-keeping assist, and forward collision mitigation to both the Escape and the Edge.
Although both Ford crossovers are available with tech and comfort upgrades, the Edge can be more luxurious. For instance, the top-trim Edge Titanium comes standard with leather upholstery and a premium sound system, while the top-trim Escape Platinum offers these features as options.
Power & Performance
If you’re shopping for a sporty performance, it’s the Edge you want. Ford’s midsize crossover offers two powerful engine options, depending on which trim model you select. The high-performance ST trim model turns up the heat with a 335-horsepower V6 and an exclusive sport-tuned suspension.
However, the other Edge trim models are plenty powerful, too, thanks to their turbocharged, 250-horsepower engine! Better still, every Edge trim model comes standard with all-wheel drive, performance gear that enhances performance on both twisting highways and dirt trails.
Here’s a quick look at the 2024 Ford Edge powertrain options:
- Standard turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine (250 horsepower, 280 lb-ft of torque) and eight-speed automatic transmission
- ST models: turbo 2.7L V6 (335 hp, 380 lb-ft) and seven-speed automatic transmission
- All-wheel drive
Compared to the Edge, the Escape is more focused on efficiency. However, Ford’s small crossover also has some speedy options up its sleeve, especially its turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, which comes standard on higher trim models. And optional all-wheel drive creates a sportier drive, both on-road and off!
Here’s a quick look at the 2024 Ford Escape powertrain options:
- Base, Active, ST-Line: Turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine (180 horsepower, 199 lb-ft of torque)
- ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, Platinum: Turbo 2.0L four-cylinder (250 hp, 280 lb-ft)
- Optional for the ST-Line and up: 2.5L hybrid four-cylinder (192 hp, 155 lb-ft)
- PHEV: 2.5L plug-in hybrid four-cylinder (210 hp, 155 lb-ft)
Fuel Economy
Thanks to the Escape’s thrifty options, including both a hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain, it’s the best choice to conserve fuel. The Escape PHEV trim model is the most conservative option, earning 40 mpg combined in hybrid mode. The PHEV even has an all-electric range of 37 miles! The Escape’s optional hybrid powertrain is also impressive, with EPA ratings of up to 39 mpg combined (42 city/36 highway). Even the Escape’s base engine is pretty thrifty, earning up to 30 mpg combined (27 city/34 highway).
As the much more powerful option, the Edge isn’t as thrifty as the Escape. But, considering how fast it is, the Edge does a pretty good job conserving fuel! Its EPA ratings reach up to 23 mpg combined (21 city/28 highway). The high-performance Edge ST earns 21 mpg combined (19 city/25 highway).
Your New Ford Crossover
Both Ford crossovers deliver an incredible daily drive! But the one that’s right for you depends on whether you want to put an emphasis on sporty power (with the Edge) or commuter-friendly fuel economy (with the Escape)!