2020 Ford Escape

The Ford Escape 2020 SE AWD is a practical, no-nonsense compact SUV thatâs built more for daily driving than anything flashy, and thatâs exactly where it shines. With its 1.5L EcoBoost turbo engine and 8-speed automatic transmission, it delivers solid efficiency at 26/31 MPG while still having enough power for commuting, road trips, and light hauling. The 2020 redesign made the Escape lighter, smoother, and more comfortable than previous versions, and the AWD system adds confidence in rain, dirt roads, or occasional bad weatherâthough itâs not meant for serious off-roading. Inside, the SE trim gives you a clean, functional interior with modern tech and good passenger space for a compact SUV, making it a strong fit for individuals, couples, or small families who donât need the size of something like an Explorer. Now the honest partâthis is a âsmartâ vehicle, not an exciting one. It prioritizes fuel economy and comfort over power, so acceleration is just average, and the interior materials are decent but not upscale. The certification through Ford Motor Companyâs Blue Advantage program adds some peace of mind with a 139-point inspection and a 3-month/4,000-mile warranty, but like the others, that warranty is pretty short, so donât overvalue it. Compared to the Maverick Hybrid, this gives you AWD and more enclosed cargo space but worse fuel economy; compared to the Explorer, itâs much easier to drive and cheaper to own but significantly smaller and less powerful. Bottom line: this Escape is a safe, practical, budget-friendly SUV that does everything âwell enoughâ, and the AWD is a nice bonusâbut it only becomes a great deal if the price is right. Buying it from Stivers Ford of Montgomery also means that advertised price likely includes a conditional $500 trade-in discount, so make sure you know the real number before committing.