The 2018 Ford Escape is a highly capable and affordable compact SUV that is available in the UAE car market in three trim levels and two engine options. Designed to be sophisticated with an urban appeal, the all-new Ford Escape offers superb handling and latest safety features to make sure that every ride in this SUV is memorable.
The design of the 2018 Ford Escape makes it a stylish SUV with a strong road presence that turns heads wherever it goes. The cabin of the 2018 Escape has been designed to be spacious enough for 5 passengers while still offering plenty of cargo space.
Offering many advanced technologies and safety features as an option, the 2018 Ford Escape is the perfect family vehicle that can double as a reliable daily commuting option as well as a robust off-roader for adventure trips with family and friends. Ford Escape is a high-performance SUV that comes at an affordable price, which makes it an absolute standout in the segment.
Here is a review of the 2018 Ford Escape available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and more.
Design of the 2018 Ford Escape
The 2018 Ford Escape has been designed to be sophisticated and attractive so that it can stand out in the diverse and competitive compact SUV market of the UAE. The exterior of the 2018 Ford Escape is stylish and eye-catching, while the interior has been designed to be spacious and offer ample headroom and legroom to all occupants.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Ford Escape has been purposefully designed to standout and turn heads everywhere it goes. The all-new Ford Escape comes with a brand new grille that is wider and larger than before and features bold chrome accents. Below the grille is a large air dam that has smaller air intakes at the sides to improve the engine cooling function of the vehicle.
Flanking the grille are LED headlights with Daytime Running Lights that work together with the Fog Lamps to improve the visibility for the driver even in low visibility conditions. The hood of the 2018 Escape features two sharp character lines that add to the aerodynamics and sporty appeal of the vehicle. To further improve the performance and aerodynamics of the 2018 Ford Escape, the sides of the SUV feature side strakes.
The stance of the vehicle is agile and strong, which is further accentuated by 17-inch steel wheels while there are options of 17-inch alloy wheels and 18-inch alloy wheels as well. The rear of the vehicle features wraparound tail lamps with LED Rear Combination Lamps on the roof spoiler to give the distinctive Ford Escape look.
The optional exterior includes Hands Free Liftgate, Panoramic Roof with Power Opening and more. The exterior of the 2018 Ford Escape is available in 5 colors that are Absolute Black, Deep Impact Blue Metallic, Race Red, Frozen White and Copper Pulse Metallic.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Ford Escape has been ergonomically designed to offer ample legroom and headroom to all 5 passengers and ensures that the vehicle still has enough storage capacity. In front of the driver is a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifts and driver controls so that all the necessary controls remain within easy reach of the driver. Behind the steering wheel is a 4-inch TFT screen to display vital information to the driver in real-time.
The rear of the cabin features split-folding seats that can be folded down to increase the cargo capacity of the vehicle from 34 cubic feet to 68 cubic feet. Some of the standout in-cabin technologies and features include two 12V Power Outlets, Dual Zone Air Conditioning System, 4-inch Color Screen Infotainment System, Bluetooth, 6-speaker Audio System and more.
The optional in-cabin features include 8-inch Color Touchscreen Infotainment System, Driver Screen with Power Lumbar Support, Navigation System, Sony Audio System with 9-speakers, SYNC 3 and a lot more.
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Performance of the 2018 Ford Escape
The 2018 Ford Escape is available in three trim levels (S, SE and Titanium) and with two engine options (each featuring a different drivetrain) for a smooth and efficient performance. The 2018 Ford Escape with front-wheel drive option is powered by a 2.5-litre inline 4-Cylinder engine that is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission. This engine is capable of producing 168 horsepower, 230Nm of torque and can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 10.1 seconds with a top speed of 180 Km/h.
The second engine option is a 2.0-litre turbocharged EcoBoost inline 4-Cylinder engine with all-wheel drive option and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission. The engine features Direct Fuel Injection System and Variable Valve Timing System for a fuel-efficient performance. This powerful engine is capable of producing 239 horsepower and 366Nm of torque, which enables the all-new Ford Escape to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 7.6 seconds with a top speed of 190 Km/h.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Ford Escape has been fitted with latest safety features to ensure that the driver has complete control over the vehicle at all times. Some of the standout safety features and driver-assistance systems in the 2018 Ford Escape are:
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution
- Advanced 7 Airbags System
- Brake Assist
- Emergency Braking System
- Electric Power-Assisted Braking
- Electronic Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Control
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Trailer Sway Mitigation System
- ISOFIX
- Cruise Control
- Hill Launch Assist
The optional safety features in the 2018 Ford Escape include:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Collision Mitigation System
- Blind Spot Information System
- Cross Traffic Alert
- Enhanced Active Par Assist
- Automatic Parallel Parking System
Price of the 2018 Ford Escape in the UAE
The 2018 Ford Escape is an affordable compact SUV that is already available in the UAE in three trim levels (S, SE and Titanium) and with two engine options. The price of the 2018 Ford Escape by trim level is:
- The 2018 Ford Escape S has a starting price of AED 89,000.
- The starting price of the 2018 Ford Escape SE is AED 110,000.
- The 2018 Ford Escape Titanium, the most high-end trim level, has the starting price of AED 130,000.
The 2018 Ford Escape is an affordable and versatile SUV that offers superb handling and comfortable in-city drive. With its wide variety of safety features and technologies, the all-new Ford Escape is a perfect family vehicle that offers a comfortable commuting option regardless of the road and driving conditions.
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