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Initial Quality Study (IQS): Highest Ranked

Fuel Type: Gasoline
Fuel Quality: 87
Max HP: 180 at 6000
Max Torque: 199 at 3000
Oil Capacity: 4.7
Bore: 3.31
Stroke: 3.54
Displacement: 1.5
Block Type: I
Cylinders: 3
Aspiration: Turbo
Fuel Induction: DI
Cam Type: DOHC
Valves: 12
Valve Timing: VVT
Compression: 11


EcoBoost 1.5L Turbo I3 180hp 199ft. lbs.

Air filtration: 
Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
Front air conditioning zones: dual
Rear vents: second row


Air Conditioning

Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
Front airbags: dual
Knee airbags: driver
Side airbags: front
Side curtain airbags: front,rear


Airbags

Antenna type: diversity,mast
Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth,USB,iPod/iPhone
Internet radio app: Pandora
Radio: AM/FM,touch screen display
Radio data system: 
Satellite radio: SiriusXM
Speed sensitive volume control: 
Total speakers: 6
Watts: 80


Audio System

ABS: 4-wheel
Braking assist: 
Cornering brake control: 
Electronic brakeforce distribution: 
Electronic parking brake: auto off
Emergency braking preparation: 
Front brake type: ventilated disc
Power brakes: 
Rear brake type: disc


Brakes

Armrests: rear center with cupholders,rear folding
Floor mat material: carpet
Floor material: carpet
Floor mats: front,rear
Interior accents: metallic-tone
Steering wheel trim: urethane


Comfort Features

Assist handle: passenger side,rear
Capless fuel filler system: 
Cargo area light: 
Center console: front console with armrest and storage
Cruise control: 
Cupholders: front,rear
Multi-function remote: proximity entry system
One-touch windows: 1
Overhead console: front
Power outlet(s): 12V cargo area,12V front,USB cargo area,USB front,USB rear,USB-C front,USB-C rear
Power steering: variable/speed-proportional
Power windows: lockout button
Push-button start: 
Reading lights: front,rear
Rearview mirror: manual day/night
Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel mounted controls: audio,cruise control,multi-function,phone
Storage: accessory hook,door pockets,front seatback,sunglasses holder
Vanity mirrors: dual


Convenience Features

Drivetrain

Auto start/stop: 
Battery: maintenance-free
Battery saver: 


Engine

Active grille shutters: 
Body side moldings: black
Door handle color: body-color
Exhaust: dual tip
Exhaust tip color: chrome
Fender lip moldings: black
Front bumper color: body-color
Grille color: black,chrome accents
Mirror color: black
Rear bumper color: black
Rear spoiler: roofline
Rear spoiler color: body-color
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Rocker panel color: black
Window trim: black


Exterior Features

Connected in-car apps: Google POIs,Google search,app marketplace integration
Infotainment: SYNC
Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto,wireless Apple CarPlay


In Car Entertainment

Clock: 
Compass: 
Digital odometer: 
External temperature display: 
Fuel economy display: MPG,range
Gauge: tachometer
Instrument cluster screen size: 8 in.
Multi-function display: 
Trip odometer: 
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level,maintenance due


Instrumentation

Daytime running lights: LED
Exterior entry lights: approach lamps
Headlights: LED,auto delay off,auto high beam dimmer,auto on/off,wiper activated
Taillights: LED


Lights

Side mirror adjustments: manual folding,power


Mirrors

Automatic emergency braking: front,front pedestrian,rear
Blind spot safety: sensor/alert
Camera system: rearview
Child safety door locks: 
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Cross traffic alert: rear
Crumple zones: front
Driver attention alert system: 
Impact sensor: door unlock,post-collision safety system
Lane deviation sensors: 
Lane keeping assist: 
Pre-collision warning system: audible warning,pedestrian detection,visual warning
Rearview monitor: in dash


Safety

Emergency locking retractors: front,rear
Front seatbelts: 3-point
Rear seatbelts: 3-point
Seatbelt force limiters: front
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seatbelt warning sensor: front


Seatbelts

Driver seat manual adjustments: height,reclining,6
Front headrests: adjustable,2
Front seat type: bucket
Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining,4
Rear headrests: adjustable,3
Rear seat: sliding
Rear seat folding: flat,split
Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining
Rear seat type: 60-40 split bench
Upholstery: cloth


Seats

Anti-theft system: alarm,vehicle immobilizer
Power door locks: anti-lockout,auto-locking


Security

Hill holder control: 
Roll stability control: 
Stability control: 
Traction control: 


Stability and Traction

Front shock type: gas
Front spring type: coil
Front stabilizer bar: diameter 27 mm
Front struts: MacPherson
Front suspension classification: independent
Front suspension type: lower control arms
Rear shock type: gas
Rear spring type: coil
Rear stabilizer bar: diameter 23 mm
Rear suspension classification: independent
Rear suspension type: multi-link


Suspension

Smart device app compatibility: FordPass Connect
Smart device app function: engine start,lock operation,maintenance status,vehicle location
Wi-Fi: hotspot
Wireless data link: Bluetooth


Telematics

Spare tire kit: inflator kit,tire sealant
Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 
Wheels: painted aluminum alloy


Tires and Rims

Towing and Hauling

Front wipers: speed sensitive,variable intermittent
Liftgate window: fixed
Power windows: 
Rear privacy glass: 
Rear wiper: intermittent,with washer
Solar-tinted glass: 
Window defogger: rear


Windows

Premium brand: Bang &amp; Olufsen
Radio: HD radio
Subwoofer: 1
Surround sound: 
Total speakers: 9


Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl
Floor mat material: rubber/vinyl
Heated steering wheel: 


Adaptive cruise control: 
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic
Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering
Cargo cover: 
Keypad entry: 
Memorized settings: 3 driver,driver seat,liftgate,side mirrors
Remote engine start: 
Storage: bin,lockbox,organizer
Wireless charging station: front


License plate bracket: front
Mudguards: front,rear
Paint: metallic
Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Special graphics: 


Customizable instrument cluster: 
Head-up display: 
Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in.


Moonroof / Sunroof: anti-trapping,one-touch open/close,power panoramic,power sunshade,tilt/slide
Roof rails: black


Roof

Automatic emergency braking: intersection/junction turn
Evasive steering assist: 
First aid kit: 
Parking sensors: rear
Pre-collision warning system: intersection/junction turn
Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting


Driver seat: heated
Driver seat power adjustments: height,lumbar,reclining,10
Passenger seat: heated
Passenger seat power adjustments: height,reclining,6


Navigation data: real time traffic
Navigation system: touch screen display,voice operated


Spare tire mount location: inside
Spare tire size: temporary
Wheel locks: front and rear


Length: 180.1
Wheelbase: 106.7
Height: 66.0
Ground Clearance: 7.5
Width: 85.6
Front Track Width: 62.4
Rear Track Width: 61.8


Exterior Dimensions

Interior Volume: 137.5
Cargo Volume All Rear Seats Down: 65.4
Passenger Volume: 104.0
Cargo Volume: 37.5


Interior Dimensions

Head Room 1st Row: 40.0
Head Room 2nd Row/Rear: 39.3
Hip Room 1st Row: 55.2
Hip Room 2nd Row/Rear: 53.3
Shoulder Room 1st Row: 57.6
Shoulder Room 2nd Row/Rear: 56.0
Leg Room 1st Row: 42.4
Leg Room 2nd Row/Rear: 40.7
Standard Seating: 5
Max Seating: 5
Seating Rows: 2


Seating

Max Payload: 1013
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 4360
Gross Vehicle Weight Range: 4001-5000
Curb Weight: 3291
Fuel Tank Capacity: 14.8
Max Towing Capacity: 2000
Gross Combined Weight Rating: 5639


Weights and Capacities

Front Wheel Size: 17.0 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Size: 17.0 x 7.0
Front Wheel Diameter: 17.0
Front Wheel Width: 7.0
Rear Wheel Diameter: 17.0
Rear Wheel Width: 7.0
Tire Type: All Season
Front Tire Description: 225/65R17 102H
Rear Tire Description: 225/65R17 102H


2025 Ford Escape

Key Features

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