Ford Escape vs Ford Edge

The Ford Escape has four available engines—two internal combustion engines and two hybrids—while the Ford Edge has two internal combustion engines. Below, you’ll see a chart outlining the specifications of each engine:

	Engine	Horsepower	Torque
Escape	1.5L EcoBoost® engine	181 HP	190 lb-ft
	2.0L EcoBoost® engine	250 HP	280 lb-ft
	2.5L Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid	200 HP	155 lb-ft
	2.5L Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Plug-in Hybrid	221 HP	155 lb-ft
Edge	2.0L EcoBoost® I-4 engine	250 HP	280 lb-ft
	2.7L EcoBoost® V6 engine	335 HP	380 lb-ft

It all comes down to what you want from your vehicle: Do you want the high power of the Edge’s V6 engine or fuel efficiency of the Escape Hybrid?

You want a vehicle that’s dependable, even on bumpy terrain. Both models have Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, which helps your vehicle seamlessly glide over all types of road conditions. No slick street or rough road will stand in your way.

The difference? All-wheel drive is standard on the Edge, while it’s available on the Escape. You’ll have standard front-wheel drive on the Escape, which helps maximize this SUV’s efficiency.

Starting off with the Ford Escape, you’ll have a SYNC^® 4 infotainment system, which includes an 8-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen. This type of screen performs just like your smartphone’s! So, go on, swipe, scroll, and zoom all you want.

The Ford Edge has the SYNC^® 4A infotainment system, which features a portrait-style 12-inch multi-function display. This intelligently designed screen allows you to access voice recognition software and cloud-based connectivity for a more effortless driving experience.

You’ll also have different viewing experiences behind the wheel of either Ford SUV. For starters, the Escape has an 8-inch LCD instrument cluster, while the Edge has two driver-configurable 4.2-inch LCD displays.

Where do the Escape and the Edge match? Well, both models have six speakers standard and wireless Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto™ capability. This means you can enjoy your ideal entertainment and an identical listening experience in either SUV!

Where will you win in either model? If you want a larger instrument cluster, the Escape is the right model for you. If you desire a more unique and larger center display, you should choose the Edge.

Both the Ford Escape and the Edge come standard with Ford Co-Pilot 360™. This suite of features comes packaged with:

• Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
• Lane-Keeping System
• BLIS^® (Blind Sport Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert
• Auto High-Beam Headlamps
• Rear View Camera

Both models are also available with advanced cruise control features to ensure stable long-distance commuting. You’ll find Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering Assist on the Edge and available Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control on the Escape.

The Ford Escape introduces two additional safety systems to its roster: available Evasive Steering Assist and available Active Park Assist 2.0. The first feature helps you avoid rear-end collisions by providing extra steering support. The second feature helps locate viable parking spaces before helping you intelligently maneuver into it.