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2020 Ford Escape: Sleeker, smarter and better on road

An alll-new fourth-generation Escape puts Ford back at the top of the small SUV game with a new look, chassis, drivetrains and tech.

Jon Wong
Jon Wong was a reviews editor for CNET Cars. He test drove and wrote about new cars and oversaw coverage of automotive accessories and garage gear. In his spare time, he enjoys track days, caring for his fleet of old Japanese cars and searching for the next one to add to his garage.
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Ford is launching a new, fourth-generation Escape for the 2020 model year.

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The latest Escape has a new chassis, better tech, an updated look and several powertrain options.

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The exterior of the 2020 Escape is sleeker and more aerodynamic thanks to a sloping roof, active grille shutters, underbody panels and optimized wheels and taillights.

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A 2.0-liter turbocharged I4 is the engine upgrade option that churns out 250 horses and 280 pound-feet of twist. It comes standard with all-wheel drive.

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A 1.5-liter turbocharged I3 will serve as the base engine for the 2020 Ford Escape. It makes 181 horsepower and 190 pound-feet of torque.

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The three-cylinder engine comes standard with front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is available for an additional $1,500.

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Up front, designers looked to the Mustang for inspiration for the Escape's new grille.

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Both of the Escape's gas engines work with a new eight-speed automatic transmission.

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In addition to the pair of gas engines, the 2020 Ford Escape will be available with a mild-hybrid drivetrain when it launches this fall.

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When the 2020 Ford Escape hits dealers in September, it will start at $24,885, not including $1,195 for destination.

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