2017 Ford Escape

The Ford Escape is a high quality SUV that’s versatility and driving experience make it one of a kind in its class. The interior offers ample passenger room, unbeatable cargo space, and an aesthetic cabin with high quality materials. The lovely cabin, seamless performance and low overall cost make the Escape an exemplary SUV within the market.

Ford performance rarely disappoints. The base Escape comes with a 168-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission. The SE and Titanium trims have a 179-horsepower 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The top-of-the-line 245-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine is also an option. Both the 1.5- and 2.0-liter engines come standard with a new stop-start system that helps improve fuel economy by shutting off the engine when the vehicle stops moving. Unlike in some vehicles, the system works seamlessly, so you won't even notice the engine cycling off and on. Both the 1.5- and 2.0-liter engines are available with all-wheel drive.

The 2017 Escape offers a few additional safety features that the previous years model wasn’t equipped with. The Escape now comes with adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, lane keep assist and a driver alert system that can indicate driver fatigue.

The new Escape has been given subtle design enhancements over the body and through the cabin. The fascia is much more forward focused, sporting a larger grille and sharper headlights. The interior has gotten much cozier with more padded materials and driver-centered controls. Noteworthy features offered in the Escape include Sync 3 infotainment; a navigation system; HD and satellite radio; Bluetooth with audio streaming; push-button start; leather seating; all-wheel drive; a 3,500-pound-rated towing package; and a panoramic sunroof.

The Escape is going to be the perfect choice for anyone shopping for a practical and capable compact SUV. It offers towing capacity at the top of its class, a well-equipped, spacious cabin, and vast versatility. For more information on the new Ford Escape, or to schedule your test drive, you can reach us at our site- here.

Ford Airbag Recall

Ford Motor Company has issue a safety recall on approximately 32,000 new model vehicles assembled at the Oakville Assembly Plant in Ontario, Canada, as well as the Flat Rock Assembly plant in Michigan.

It’s well know that Takata issued a vast airbag recall last year due to a faulty moisture absorbent desiccant that made the inflator liable to explode and expulse potentially fatal shrapnel. Fortunately, the current airbag recall is unrelated. Ford vehicles built at two particular assembly plants amidst a known date range have been recalled due to a slightly different and unrelated malfunction that causes the airbags to only partially inflate or detach from the their module, rendering them ineffective in serious accidents.

Affected vehicles include; 2016-2017 Ford Edges from Oakville assembled between October 8th, 2015- February 15th, 2017, 2016-17 Lincoln MKX vehicles from Oakville built between November 11th, 2014- February 15th, 2017, and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles built between January 13th, 2016- January 18th, 2017.

This is a slightly less fervid concern than recent past recalls, but is still pertinent for anyone driving one of said recalled vehicles. Ford isn’t currently aware of any accidents or injuries associated to the faulty airbags, but they will replace the airbag for free.

If you own one of the noted vehicles under speculation, it is important for your safety that you ensure your vehicle isn’t equipped with faulty airbags. You can easily schedule a service appointment with our Ford store here, or get more information on the latest recalls from Fords FAQ page.

Thanks for reading, dear drivers, and stay safe!