In an age when a lot of sub-standard car reviewers on youtube have more than a million subscribers, I wonder how and why such a polished and informative car enthusiast like Steve cant get his share of subscribers/followers. May be the fact that he doesn't do drag races or shoot in exotic locales or doesn't do practicality test, not sure. But, his videos are super cool and to the point. One again, great review Steve !!
Here's why Ford designed the new Escape to be so curvy : they want a sharp contrast to the upcoming BRONCO SPORT, which will display a very boxy and retro look. Like the Escape, the 2021 BRONCO SPORT will be on the frame of a car and it's FWD. Hats off to Ford for not making their vehicles all look the same.....
Fantastic review! My 2013 Ford C-Max hybrid is still running great after all these years and 170k. It’s done over 63k on the battery alone, mind you this isn’t the plug in. These ford hybrids really do run in pure electric mode often. Also love the electric power off the line!
the looks are growing on me. I sure love the Bronco Sport, yet I see why Ford made the styling of the Escape so car like. The hybrid MPG is more important than the styling for me. Good review, and thanks.
Problem is Ford over-estimated the market's demand for something more car-like The market really wants something like the Rav4. Something that is car-like, but looks like a truck The new Rav4 is thrashing the new Escape in sales.
Great Review Steve. I am glad to see that Ford’s real world mpgs are good. I agree that some specific details need work. Hopefully Ford will rectify these short comings in the 21 model year
I just purchased a Titanium Hybrid for $29,400! Sure the resale on the Toyota RAV4 is higher but so is the price! Also, the RAV4 has a huge issue, you cannot fill the fuel tank completely, it is a known issue.
Seems like some excellent updates to the model here, although I must say styling is a big departure from the last. I live in the UK were there are millions of St-line Kugas, as they are called here. Bought purely on appearance as they do have a proper small suv aggressive style to them whereas the new shape just seems too muc a departure. I can see Ford potentially losing sales here in the UK on an albeit better car but with odd styling.
the last generation escape had an annoying lower inward curve to the windshield, making it feel squeezed inward with less viewing. is this newer design the same, or have they allowed an expanded lower windshield?
I like the new look of the Escape. Steve, when is the plug-in Lincoln Corsair supposed to hit the market? I'm looking forward to your drive/review of that model.
@@stevehammes Haha, everyone has different ideas of what looks good. :) I get what Ford is doing, splitting off the truck-ish model as the Bronco. Now, I did agree with your take on the looks of the Honda Ridgeline, although I generally like the idea of that truck. I think Honda would sell a lot more if it was better looking.
Actually really like the exterior look of the escape, compared to rivals. Looks are subjective, so I think Steve's opinion on it is a little unnecessarily harsh.
I think it looks fine, but I can't understand how anyone thought it was a good idea to put those stupid indentations on the door cards. They look like hatchet marks.
What a dog this Escape is. It looks like if you put 2 Pringles chips in your mouth. It's a dumb look and Model 3 does it, too. I used to really like the Escape, but when they ditched the squared off look, it's gotten more and more homely. The price is right, but glad you pointed out where the interior really cheaps out. This is Ford's bugaboo. You'd have to REALLY want a hybrid to pick this over the CRV or RAV4, because those have much better interiors.
Ford catered to women on the redesign on its press launch. You’re right on one big thing... the lower trim levels of the Escape do seem rental car-esque. Thus, the cheapish feeling. I guess for a better interior, Ford wants you invest in the Titanium model of the Escape if you prefer a better interior. By the way, the Titanium model of the Hybrid Escape is around $38k (give or take).
I would take great caution buying an AWD Ford with their PTU failures. I’d make the dealer put it on a lift and show the PTU was serviceable and that it held more than less than a quart of oil. Actually I still wouldn’t buy one. Great review Steve.
Steve Hammes New Car Reviews yes Steve, ford’s power transfer units are notorious for failures. They are lubricated like I said by less than a quart of oil, not cooled and pinched between the engine and firewall. A great TH-cam source is fordtechmakuloco.
It's typical Ford (and GM) when making sub $35K vehicles. They purposely never complete the job: One touch down but not up...poor craftsmanship...glove box door is tacky...plastic where soft touch should be. There was a time entry vehicles were near loss leaders to bring the customer into the Ford (or GM) family. Now these cars focus are for short term gain, not caring if you'll return after the lease and get the next level up.
In an age when a lot of sub-standard car reviewers on youtube have more than a million subscribers, I wonder how and why such a polished and informative car enthusiast like Steve cant get his share of subscribers/followers. May be the fact that he doesn't do drag races or shoot in exotic locales or doesn't do practicality test, not sure. But, his videos are super cool and to the point. One again, great review Steve !!
Agree
I think it’s because I’m old and boring 😉. But in all seriousness, I appreciate your sentiment! Thank you.
Ikr, his videos are great
Agree 100 %. Always concise and excellent reviews.
Here's why Ford designed the new Escape to be so curvy : they want a sharp contrast to the upcoming BRONCO SPORT, which will display a very boxy and retro look. Like the Escape, the 2021 BRONCO SPORT will be on the frame of a car and it's FWD. Hats off to Ford for not making their vehicles all look the same.....
Fantastic review! My 2013 Ford C-Max hybrid is still running great after all these years and 170k. It’s done over 63k on the battery alone, mind you this isn’t the plug in. These ford hybrids really do run in pure electric mode often. Also love the electric power off the line!
Thanks for sharing!
Did you get the extended warranty? I’m going to be buying the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid and I’m wondering if I should take it.
@@eulie717 I’m at 190k now. No issues. I didn’t get the extended warranty. Remember the hybrid system is covered for 8 years 100k.
the looks are growing on me. I sure love the Bronco Sport, yet I see why Ford made the styling of the Escape so car like. The hybrid MPG is more important than the styling for me. Good review, and thanks.
As always another great review Steve! I do agree with you. I can’t get past the look of those new Escapes. Woof!
You and me both!
I love it 😎
Finally figured out the Pina Coladas reference ! Love that song.
Awesome!
I can’t wait to get stuck with this as a premium SUV upgrade at a rental car agency.
I like the front end. But I guess there’s a reason I bought a model 3 lol
Funny, I sold my model 3 and now am getting a hybrid escape
Problem is Ford over-estimated the market's demand for something more car-like
The market really wants something like the Rav4.
Something that is car-like, but looks like a truck
The new Rav4 is thrashing the new Escape in sales.
Well, when Ford unveils the Bronco (and its many variants), it’ll satisfy fans of the Blue Oval who wants a true SUV.
Also, production of the Escape was also delayed as well, thus sales aren’t as strong.
@@76carmel Also the Toyota is more expensive and IMO very ugly and won't hold it's style over time.
@@JimSpence Best comment I saw was that the RAV4 looks like it drove out of a Halo Game. Yep!
haha.. yeh for some reason when i saw that title i started to sing that song😂😂🤣😂👍🏾
Great Review Steve. I am glad to see that Ford’s real world mpgs are good. I agree that some specific details need work. Hopefully Ford will rectify these short comings in the 21 model year
Thanks 👍
great video, love the title made me think of that song hehe
Glad you like it
I think it looks much better than the previous generation and better than most of the competition.
Really??? I deem this the ugliest new car on the road today.
Actually think the look will age well, it's growing on me....I hated it when I first seen it.
Keep looking 😉
@@stevehammes oh I'm not buying
I agree. I also still love the look of my 06 Escape - holding strong with 172K miles but guzzle the gas it does (V6).
Will you please review the Lincoln Corsair hybrid for comparison?
The problem is that for the price the Rav-4 and CR-V are way better in terms of range and resale value.
Slightly bigger gas tanks on those but all get between 550-580 miles.
that will be accounted for by the price difference, this is about $4000 less
I just purchased a Titanium Hybrid for $29,400! Sure the resale on the Toyota RAV4 is higher but so is the price! Also, the RAV4 has a huge issue, you cannot fill the fuel tank completely, it is a known issue.
Once upon time escape was a truck looking car based suv or eaven some of them a offroader, now it is a roomy hatchback bubble thing 😳😳😳😳
Seems like some excellent updates to the model here, although I must say styling is a big departure from the last. I live in the UK were there are millions of St-line Kugas, as they are called here. Bought purely on appearance as they do have a proper small suv aggressive style to them whereas the new shape just seems too muc a departure. I can see Ford potentially losing sales here in the UK on an albeit better car but with odd styling.
the last generation escape had an annoying lower inward curve to the windshield, making it feel squeezed inward with less viewing.
is this newer design the same, or have they allowed an expanded lower windshield?
🎶And getting caught in the rain
Now you’re talking! 😉
Beautiful cross over...nice design cues.
Glad I'm not the only one that thinks the styling is....polarizing.
does the hybrid (not the upcoming PHEV) have an EV mode like RAV4 Hybrid?
There is not an EV mode, but if you don’t have a lead foot Ford hybrids will run in electric only mode more often than a Toyota RAV4 hybrid.
I like the new look of the Escape. Steve, when is the plug-in Lincoln Corsair supposed to hit the market? I'm looking forward to your drive/review of that model.
You lost me at “I like the new look of the Escape.” 😂.
The Lincoln is supposed to go on sale this summer.
@@stevehammes Haha, everyone has different ideas of what looks good. :) I get what Ford is doing, splitting off the truck-ish model as the Bronco. Now, I did agree with your take on the looks of the Honda Ridgeline, although I generally like the idea of that truck. I think Honda would sell a lot more if it was better looking.
Better wait for the model refresh.
Great presenters voice
It has a Miata face.
I’ll have to look at it again.
Actually really like the exterior look of the escape, compared to rivals.
Looks are subjective, so I think Steve's opinion on it is a little unnecessarily harsh.
Which is why Ford changed it this year and what an improvement it is.
I think it looks fine, but I can't understand how anyone thought it was a good idea to put those stupid indentations on the door cards. They look like hatchet marks.
Do you really think the front looks fine?
@@stevehammes Yes. I wouldn't say that I'm in love with it, but I don't find it objectionable.
What a dog this Escape is. It looks like if you put 2 Pringles chips in your mouth. It's a dumb look and Model 3 does it, too. I used to really like the Escape, but when they ditched the squared off look, it's gotten more and more homely. The price is right, but glad you pointed out where the interior really cheaps out. This is Ford's bugaboo. You'd have to REALLY want a hybrid to pick this over the CRV or RAV4, because those have much better interiors.
Ford catered to women on the redesign on its press launch. You’re right on one big thing... the lower trim levels of the Escape do seem rental car-esque. Thus, the cheapish feeling. I guess for a better interior, Ford wants you invest in the Titanium model of the Escape if you prefer a better interior. By the way, the Titanium model of the Hybrid Escape is around $38k (give or take).
@@76carmel Don’t you guys just by trucks anyway?
Did Steve just say "bastard" in the review? Is this real?
I'm trying to cuss more for increased popularity :-)
The rear still screams Rav 4 to me
I would take great caution buying an AWD Ford with their PTU failures. I’d make the dealer put it on a lift and show the PTU was serviceable and that it held more than less than a quart of oil. Actually I still wouldn’t buy one. Great review Steve.
Problems with the power take off units? Not reliable?
Steve Hammes New Car Reviews yes Steve, ford’s power transfer units are notorious for failures. They are lubricated like I said by less than a quart of oil, not cooled and pinched between the engine and firewall. A great TH-cam source is fordtechmakuloco.
Great review. Still hate the front end. Looks dated and goofy. Every other angle is attractive. Seems like this will sell well with women.
That’s it! Every other angle is attractive. Maybe they can do a quick refresh on that front clip.
Don't worry dudes. The Bronco is coming. So Ford won't lose the man card.
There’s probably a lot of men out there who appreciate women finding things attractive that are “dated and goofy.”
The front looks similar to a Kia Sportage.
But way worse, don’t you think?
Kind of looks like the model Y
Yeah. And who would want that??
Can't get over that front end design...I don't like it
Better off with a last gen RAV4 Hybrid.
Only 32mpg
@@stevehammes My wife has an '18 SE and is getting 32-34.
No engine cover?! Rofl!! 🤣🤣🤣
Halogen headlights in 2020. Pathetic.
It's typical Ford (and GM) when making sub $35K vehicles. They purposely never complete the job: One touch down but not up...poor craftsmanship...glove box door is tacky...plastic where soft touch should be. There was a time entry vehicles were near loss leaders to bring the customer into the Ford (or GM) family. Now these cars focus are for short term gain, not caring if you'll return after the lease and get the next level up.