Ford’s newest sport utility vehicle unveiled as the Ford Escape in Los Angeles on 16th Nov 2011, is destined for the US and Europe next year. Its European equivalent, the Ford Kuga, will be shown in Geneva in March and will offer unique powertrains and features.
“We call our all-new Ford Escape the ‘Smarter Utility Vehicle’ because it offers the strengths that customers today really value – fuel economy, versatility and new technology that makes driving and living with the vehicle easier and more fun – all wrapped in a sleek, more modern design,” said Derrick Kuzak, group vice president, Global Product Development. “Ford understands that more people every year are looking at vehicles like Escape, and we want to give them even more reasons to buy.”
In addition to more cargo volume behind the first and second rows than today’s vehicle, the new Escape delivers:
- Eleven features no other small SUV offers
- Clever technologies including an available hands-free power liftgate that allows quick and easy access to cargo with the kick of a foot
- Projected best fuel economy of any US compact SUV, up to five mpg better than the previous Escape
- Driving dynamics that make the drive experience more engaging on-road and a new Ford Intelligent 4WD system that provides better traction off-road
- Sleek new design, with better interior materials and finishing touches
