The Escape badge replaced the Kuga and gave Ford's mid size SUV a fresh start. This is the family SUV for the buyer who wants a car that drives with a bit of life, in a class that often forgets driving matters. It goes up against the CX-5, the RAV4 and the Tucson, and it leans on its road manners to stand out.
Amelia loads it for the everyday grind, the daycare run, the trip to the hardware store, the long drive to see the grandparents. The Escape stays composed and steers with more interest than most rivals, and the cabin handles a family's mess without complaint. She notes the boot is competitive and the higher trims add the safety gear buyers now expect.
Families who want a mid size SUV that is a touch more engaging to drive will be rewarded here. Buyers chasing the biggest boot in the class may find rivals roomier. The Escape is the keen driver's pick in a sensible segment.
The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
