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Starting at $24,105 excluding destination and delivery, the Escape will be redesigned from the ground up after the 2019 model year comes to a grinding halt. The third generation dates back to April 2012 when production started at the Louisville assembly plant in Kentucky.
The half-brother of the Kuga from Europe, the Escape has been updated one last time before the newcomer takes its place on the showroom floor and dealer lot. One of the highlights is the deletion of the LED taillamps, a decision we can’t quite understand.
On the upside, look forward to three new colors coming in the guise of Sedona Orange (pictured), Baltic Sea Green, and Agate Black. The availability of roof crossbars extends to all trim levels, and customers opting for the panoramic vista roof can do so on the SEL and Titanium.
Paddle shifters have been deleted for the 2019 model year, and at long last, the SE adds SYNC 3 infotainment and 4G internet connectivity with Wi-Fi hotspot as standard. Wheel sizes range from 17 inches on the S to 19 inches for the Titanium, SE Sport Appearance Package, and SEL Sport Appearance Package.
Because compact discs are no longer in fashion, the CD player has been deleted from the Escape. Also of interest is that Ford deleted the voice-activated touchscreen navigation system on the SE and SEL trim levels, most likely due to low take-up rate. Compared to the previous model year, the SE and SEL gain remote engine start and intelligent access with push-button start.
Previously available in seven states, the engine block heater can be specified as a standalone option for 2019 according to Ford Authority. When specified with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost and Class II Trailer Tow Package, the Escape is much obliged to pull up to 3,500 pounds.
Even in the case of the Titanium, Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning with Brake Support come as optional extras. Splash guards come in at $210 while Intelligent 4WD remains an option on 2.0-liter EcoBoost-engined configurations.
On the upside, look forward to three new colors coming in the guise of Sedona Orange (pictured), Baltic Sea Green, and Agate Black. The availability of roof crossbars extends to all trim levels, and customers opting for the panoramic vista roof can do so on the SEL and Titanium.
Paddle shifters have been deleted for the 2019 model year, and at long last, the SE adds SYNC 3 infotainment and 4G internet connectivity with Wi-Fi hotspot as standard. Wheel sizes range from 17 inches on the S to 19 inches for the Titanium, SE Sport Appearance Package, and SEL Sport Appearance Package.
Because compact discs are no longer in fashion, the CD player has been deleted from the Escape. Also of interest is that Ford deleted the voice-activated touchscreen navigation system on the SE and SEL trim levels, most likely due to low take-up rate. Compared to the previous model year, the SE and SEL gain remote engine start and intelligent access with push-button start.
Previously available in seven states, the engine block heater can be specified as a standalone option for 2019 according to Ford Authority. When specified with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost and Class II Trailer Tow Package, the Escape is much obliged to pull up to 3,500 pounds.
Even in the case of the Titanium, Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning with Brake Support come as optional extras. Splash guards come in at $210 while Intelligent 4WD remains an option on 2.0-liter EcoBoost-engined configurations.
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