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Ford Escape vs. Honda CR-V

At a Glance: Escape vs. CR-V

Drivers looking for adaptability to keep up with their active lifestyles need a midsize SUV that can rise to the occasion. Your journeys through Lansing, Holt, and East Lansing, MI will require a vehicle that can meet your expectations, day in and day out. The Ford Escape and the Honda CR-V are two popular choices, but which one is right for you?

Here at LaFontaine Ford Lansing, we know how important it is to research your next ride. As such, we've made this Ford Escape vs. Honda CR-V comparison. Keep on reading to discover which SUV comes out on top!

PASSENGERS

5 | 5

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MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER

250 HP | 190 HP

Escape vs CR-V

MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY

3,500 pounds | 1,500 pounds

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See the Difference for Yourself

Select a category below to learn more about how the Ford Escape compares to the Honda CR-V.

PERFORMANCE

Do you plan on hitting the highway to embark on your next adventure? Well, you'll need potent power to energize your ride!

Gas-Powered Engines

The Honda CR-V has a standard 1.5L 4-cylinder engine, which puts out 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque. The Ford Escape gives you the power of choice with four available engine configurations.

Its available 2.0L EcoBoost® 4-cylinder engine delivers 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. This significant jump in power means you can confidently take on the open road and power through muddy trails and rain-slick streets.

Hybrid Options

Among the four engines of the Ford Escape are two hybrid versions, including one plug-in hybrid. Both include a 2.5L Atkinson Cycle motor that generates 163 net horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque.

The Honda also offers a hybrid version, although its performance is less impressive with just 145 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque.

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TOWING

Is your adventure taking you to a remote campsite? Or to the shores of a stunning lake? No matter where you’re headed, you’ll need to take your gear along with you—and that requires an SUV with massive towing power.

Tow Your Toys

The Honda CR-V has a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 pounds to take tools along for the ride. The Ford Escape lets you tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped—more than double the towing capacity of the CR-V! You'll be able to bring along more equipment—like ATVs, kayaks, and other fun recreational toys—to your next adventure.

Hyper Hybrid Power

The available hybrid trims of the Escape can still tow up to 1,500 pounds. Meanwhile, the hybrid engine of the CR-V can tow up to 1,000 pounds, which is enough pulling power for a motorcycle or a rowboat. However, the Escape’s larger towing capacity may help expand the options of what you can take along with you.

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SAFETY

Safety is always a top priority for drivers, especially when friends and family are along for the ride. Luckily, driver-assisting systems are designed to keep you alert and aware of your immediate surroundings.

Standard Safety

Ford and Honda place an emphasis on protecting their drivers and passengers. That’s why these SUVs are equipped with brand-specific versions of these standard safety features:

Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking

Lane-Keeping System

BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Rear Cross-Traffic Braking

Auto High-Beam Headlamps

Next-Level Driver Assistance

Meanwhile, one model ups the ante by providing tech that helps you get out of a tight spot—literally. The Ford Escape offers available Active Park Assist 2.0, which can give you a hand when you’re maneuvering into or out of tight parallel and perpendicular parking spots. It takes over the steering, shifting, braking, and acceleration when you press the Active Park Assist button.

The Honda CR-V has no comparable feature, so you’ll have to handle parking the old-fashioned way.

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Experience the Power of the Ford Escape!

For your next drive in Lansing, Holt, and East Lansing, MI we recommend the Ford Escape. This dynamic SUV gives you more power, capability, and safety features that you'll use on every drive. Check out the Escape for yourself at LaFontaine Ford Lansing with a test drive today!

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