2024 Ford Escape vs. 2024 Jeep Wrangler Review

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2024 Ford
Escape

MSRP*: $28,000 to $39,610
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Picture of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler

2024 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $31,995 to $91,545
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MPG - City 26 - 42 MPG 13 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG 16 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 31.7 - 72.4 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)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 192 hp 270 - 470 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 2,000 lbs 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 180.5 - 181.2 in 166.8 - 188.4 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 73.9 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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
The Ford Escape offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Jeep Wrangler, with comparable head- and legroom. The Jeep Wrangler offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Ford Escape, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Ford Escape requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Wrangler, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Clearly, the Ford Escape is a better financial choice over the Jeep Wrangler, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Ford Escape is about the same width as the Jeep Wrangler. The Ford Escape is slightly shorter than the Jeep Wrangler, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Ford Escape has the same turning radius as the Jeep Wrangler, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Jeep Wrangler is clearly the choice over the Ford Escape for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Escape has a lot less horsepower than the Jeep Wrangler.

Powertrain
The Ford Escape has much lower torque than the Jeep Wrangler, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Jeep Wrangler. The Ford Escape has less cargo space than the Jeep Wrangler, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.