2024 Ford Escape vs. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Escape

2024 Ford
Escape

MSRP*: $28,000 to $39,610
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

2024 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,195 to $32,195
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MPG - City 26 - 42 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 163-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 192 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 2,000 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 180.5 - 181.2 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the Subaru Crosstrek. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Ford Escape and the Subaru Crosstrek.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Escape as you will with the Subaru Crosstrek, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Escape is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape is much wider than the Subaru Crosstrek, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Escape, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Handling
The Ford Escape has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Crosstrek, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Escape is clearly the choice over the Subaru Crosstrek for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Escape and the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Escape transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Subaru Crosstrek. The Ford Escape has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Crosstrek.