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The Escape and the Edge are two of the smaller SUVs Ford has to offer, with the Edge being the larger of the two. Both vehicles have plenty in common, including smart Ford engineering and reliability. However, they also have a lot of differences. If you're not sure which one to pick, read on and find out what makes each one unique. Size The first difference you'll notice between the Escape and the Edge is the size difference. The Escape is a compact crossover, and the Edge is the next class up. Both vehicles have plenty of space for two rows of adults, but the Edge has 40.6 inches of rear legroom while the Escape offers 37.3 inches. For cargo, the Escape has 34 cubic feet behind the second row and 68 cubic feet behind the front, and the Edge gives you 39.2 and 73.4 cubic feet. It's not a big difference, but most Edge trims also have a rear seat quick-release button. more Power Another difference between the two SUVs is the list of engines they come with and the power they offer. The smaller Escape comes with one of three engines depending on your trim choices: a 2.5 liter I-4 with normal aspiration and 165 horsepower, a turbocharged 1.5 liter EcoBoost with 179 horsepower, and a 2.0 liter EcoBoost that offers 245 horsepower. On top of the extra power, the EcoBoost engines are also more efficient than the big starting engine. The Edge also has three engines, but it starts out with the 245-horsepower 2.0 liter engine. The two middle trims replace this with a 3.5 liter V-6 engine that generates 280 horsepower, but you could also get the top Sport trim with its twin-turbo 2.7 liter V-6 that delivers 315 horsepower. Interior Features Both the 2018 Escape and the 2018 Edge come with great feature lists, but the larger Edge comes with a higher MSRP and more features for each trim level. Both trims have the SE, SEL, and Titanium trims in common, but the Escape starts with the lower S trim and the Edge ends with the higher Sport trim. On the plus side, an SUV buyer who cares more about their budget than features can get an Escape SE for around $5,000 less than an Edge SE. Safety The two 2018 SUVs have similar scores in the safety department. Both have a 5-star rating from the NHTSA, both come with seven airbags, and both have rearview cameras standard. Each crossover can have driver assistance features on higher trim levels, but while the Escape can have a driver drowsiness monitor, the Edge can have a 180-degree camera, rain-sensing wipers, and inflatable seat belts. A Ford SUV of any size is a good companion for long road trips and moving days, but it's good to have one with the right size, features, and price. So take a good look at their features and specs, and don't forget to test drive both at your local Ford dealership before you make your final decision. Photo by RL GNZLZ | Licensed under cc BY-SA 2.0

The 2018 Ford Escape is redesigned for improved productivity and comfort. Drivers also now have the option to choose between four different trim levels. These are your 2018 Ford Escape buying options. S Trim Model The 2018 S Trim model is available in a four-door front-wheel drive system. It features a 2.5-liter I-4 engine with 168 horsepower. It comes standard with 17-inch steel wheels. There are an available eight exterior color choices to choose from including blue metallic, cinnamon glaze metallic, ingot silver metallic, lightning blue metallic, shadow black, oxford white, magnetic metallic, and white gold metallic. more Just because the S Trim level is the standard Escape model does not mean that you have to go without convenient technology luxuries such as the rearview camera and roll stability control system. The interior of the S model includes cloth bucket seats, a six-way manual driver seat, and single-zone climate control. Safety features include interior airbags, the belt-minder feature, and an advanced brake assist. SE Trim Model The 2018 Ford Escape SE gives drivers two powertrain choices. You can opt for the standard front-wheel drive 1.5-liter I-4 system with 179 horsepower or the 4x4 1.5-liter I-4 engine that also produces 179 horsepower. The SE model comes with 17-inch sparkle wheels and upgraded fog lamps. Both trim levels have an available 10 exterior colors to choose from with an added white platinum and ruby red metallic tinted colors. An optional upgrade on the SE model is the partially covered leather seats with dual-zone climate control. Additional SE model upgrades include the voice-activated SiriusXM system and Sync 3 Connect. Safety features include the addition of the safety canopy system and the SOS post-crash alert system. SEL Trim Model The 2018 SEL Escape trim model includes the same engine and exterior color options as the S trim model. The SEL has larger 18-inch bright aluminum wheels. It also comes standard with the Sync 3 system that improves convenience, safety, and navigation with voice-activated commands. The SEL also features a few exciting upgraded safety features. The reverse sensing system alerts you to potential obstacles with an audio alert. The intelligent four-wheel drive system and adaptive cruise control further improve safety on all road conditions. The interior is more modern with leather bucket seats and a 10-way power adjustable driver seat. Titanium Trim Model The 2018 Titanium Trim model is the fully-loaded version of the Escape. It has two drive options including a front-wheel drive system with a 2.0-liter engine that produces 245 horsepower or a 4x4 EcoBoost engine option. There are an available nine exterior color options to choose from. The Titanium also includes an upgraded 10-speaker sound system and an 8-inch touch-screen driver infotainment system. The seats are fully leather with memory power settings. There is also a remote start system, smart charging feature, and voice-activated navigation. Safety features include the LATCH system, belt-minder, and the safety canopy system. There are many options available to customize the 2018 Escape to best fit your driving needs. Come by The Ford Store Morgan Hill to see the current inventory of 2018 Ford Escapes. Photo by The National Roads and Motorists' Association | Licensed under cc BY 2.0