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2017 Ford Escape
The new Ford Escape is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $28,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Ambiente variant and topping out at $47,490 for the Titanium.
There are 3 variants of the Escape available in Australia.
Engine options include 1.5L turbo petrol direct injection (134kW/240Nm), 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (178kW/345Nm) and 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (132kW/400Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. Both four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2017 Escape is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$28,490 - $47,490†
Transmission
6-speed Auto (DCT), 6-speed auto, or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$28,490 - $47,490†
Transmission
6-speed Auto (DCT), 6-speed auto, or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2017 Ford Escape
Available Variants
The Ford Escape comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Ambiente and the most expensive being Titanium.
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Power to Weight
70.56 - 103.55 kW/t
64.44 kW/t
108.52 kW/t
Boot Space
406 litres
128 litres
615 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.5 - 8.6 L/100km
1.9 L/100km
10.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
698 - 1,091 km
573 km
1,091 km
Price
$28,490 - $47,490
$23,990
$55,490
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,100 - 2,250 kg
1,859 kg
2,495 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 1,800 kg
800 kg
2,500 kg
Approach Angle
21.2 - 21.5°
16.7°
29.9°
Departure Angle
27.7 - 28.2°
20°
32.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
193 - 197 mm
170 mm
221 mm
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Dimensions
4,524 mm
1,838 mm
1,679 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,524 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,838 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,679 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,100 mm |
| Load Capacity | 541 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Ford Escape is the Ambiente that starts from $28,490.
See all Ford Escape PricingThe most expensive Ford Escape is the Titanium that starts from $47,490.
See all Ford Escape PricingThe best towing capacity of a Ford Escape is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: Trend and Titanium.
See all Ford Escape towing capacityThe largest Ford Escape is the Trend which measures 1838mm wide, 4524mm in length and sits 1749mm tall.
The most powerful Ford Escape is the Trend which has 178kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Ford Escape is built in Spain and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Ford Escape is the Trend which weighs 2250 kg (kerb weight).
The Ford Escape may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
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