A sports-focussed Escape ST-Line PHEV will headline the new range of SUV models from the Blue Oval which will be arriving in dealerships from the third quarter of 2020.
The line-up will comprise of three variants plus several powertrain options – the first variant, badged as Escape, the second, the sports-focussed Escape ST-Line and Escape ST-Line PHEV; and the third, the upscale Escape Vignale.
“The Escape will offer Australian customers a range of models with unique identities,” said Kay Hart, President and CEO, Ford Australia and New Zealand. “Escape is also distinguished by advanced safety and driver assistance technology, including FordPass Connect.”
There is a choice of two powertrains, with a mix of front-wheel and all-wheel drive models. All Escapes feature a 2.0L EcoBoost powertrain with an 8-speed automatic, excepting the Escape ST-Line PHEV, which has its own 2.5L Atkinson cycle/electric powertrain.
The 2.0-litre EcoBoost develops 183kW/387Nm and, teamed with the 8-speed paddle shift automatic, is designed to deliver increased performance. Combined fuel economy is 8.6L/100km for both FWD and AWD Escape variants powered by the EcoBoost powertrain.
Every 2020 Ford Escape will offer the FordPass Connect embedded modem as standard. It brings an array of remote vehicle functionality and connected services to make life simpler for Ford Escape owners, such as remote vehicle lock and unlock.
FordPass also features several services that are designed to simplify customers’ ownership experience, placing key vehicle information in the palm of their hand. These include access to roadside assistance, the ability to schedule a service online and check their recent service history, their owners’ manual, and even a convenient way to get in touch with a Ford Guide, who can assist – by phone or email – with any queries about connected services.
It will also offer a range of additional features that are designed to make owning an Escape ST-Line PHEV seamless and convenient, such as easy access to charging information including charge level and status, information about charge locations and preferred times, and the ability to activate charging remotely.
The Escape offers Ford’s Emergency Assist as standard, which is designed to call ‘000’ in an emergency when a smartphone is connected. This can help reduce the response time of emergency services in the event of an incident.
Standard in every Escape is Ford’s SYNC 3 infotainment with an 8.0-inch touchscreen, offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone compatibility vi, built-in voice activated sat-nav and compatibility with apps including Waze and Spotify. The display screen also doubles as a full-colour reversing camera, with both front and rear parking sensors standard across the range.
- 2020 Ford Escape Recommended MLP (incl. GST)
- Escape FWD 2.0 EcoBoost $35,990
- Escape ST-Line FWD 2.0 EcoBoost $37,990
- Escape ST-Line AWD 2.0 EcoBoost $40,990
- Escape ST-Line PHEV FWD $52,940
- Escape Vignale FWD 2.0L EcoBoost $46,590
- Escape Vignale AWD 2.0L EcoBoost $49,590
In addition to a five-year, unlimited kilometre full factory warranty, the 2020 Escape is eligible for the Ford Service Benefits program, which brings owners a service loan car, auto club membership including roadside assistance as well as sat-nav map updates. With 15,000km/12-month service intervals, A and B logbook services for the first four years/60,000km are set at a maximum of $299 per service.
