Why the 2017 Ford Escape Is a Great Used SUV Option

In your hunt for a great used sport utility vehicle, you have probably considered all kinds of makes and models. To be fair, there are a ton of high-quality options out there from a variety of manufacturers, and it only makes sense when making an investment of this size to cast a wide net. But when you add all the different makes and models (and years for that matter) together, the task can become, well, overwhelming. If you are a Ford person, that helps you narrow it down some, but you still have a family of SUVs to wade through, not to mention the various years you need to consider. On the smaller side of the Ford family of SUVs is the Ford Escape. This sporty crossover/SUV is often rated near the top of compact SUV rankings and is a compelling choice. A used Ford Escape, and specifically a 2017 Ford Escape, might just be the vehicle you need.

But isn’t only looking at the 2017 version of the Escape too narrow of a search? While you can definitely consider other Escapes, there are a number of factors that set the 2017 iteration above the rest. To help shine a light on just how great the 2017 Ford Escape really is, here are a few reasons why you should consider making it your next SUV.

The Great Escape

Before we delve into what makes the 2017 Escape a fantastic used SUV option, let’s consider the ways Escapes from every model year are known for being high-quality driving machines.

First and foremost, all Ford Escapes are affordable. While the price tag for other compact SUVs continues to rise, the Ford Escape has repeatedly proved to be a top-ranking, affordable SUV.

Another compelling feature of your typical Ford Escape is that it is a sporty, agile SUV that handles well and gets decent gas mileage. Regardless of which year you are looking at, a Ford Escape can get anywhere from 21-23 MPG in the city and as high as 28-30 MPG on the highway. For an SUV, even a compact SUV, those are pretty impressive numbers.

The Ford Escape, in general, is also known for its spacious layout, ample cargo room, sleek design and look, and a suite of advanced safety features. When you combine all of that, you are hard-pressed to find a new or used compact SUV that can beat out the Ford Escape.

What Makes the 2017 Escape Special?

But the 2017 Ford Escape has several features that set it above and beyond the rest. It is this version of the Escape that US News and World Report rated #1 in the 2017 Affordable Compact SUV category. And that affordability has only gotten better with time. In fact, the 2017 Ford Escape currently sits at the perfect sweet spot as most models that are for sale won’t have too many miles yet, but their price has been reduced—often considerably from what it started out at a little over three years ago.

And for your money, you will be getting a host of features that were new to the 2017 Escape. While everything from 2016 and before is still of a quality vintage, the upgrades the 2017 Escape got are what really set it apart.

Updated Exterior—and Interior

The first thing you will likely notice about the 2017 Ford Escape is just how stylish and sleek it looks on the outside. For 2017, the Escape got a new, sportier look that has proved to go over quite well with drivers around the country.

The interior got a makeover too, with increased cargo room and available leather upholstery that still looks and feels luxurious. The navigation and infotainment system was upgraded as well and included two smart-charging USB ports in addition to a 110-volt power outlet, so you can charge laptops and other small electronic devices.

2017 was also the first year the Escape came equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto so you can stay connected even while you are driving.

All of these interior upgrades have made for a stunningly pleasurable driving experience and make the 2017 version not only one of the best used Escapes you can buy but one of the best used SUVs you can buy.

New Engine Offering

In addition to the sleek new look and luxurious interior upgrades, the 2017 Escape saw mar

ked improvements under the hood too. That was the first year the Escape came with an available 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The new engine packs a punch and kicks up the power to 179 hp while the 2.0 Ecoboost is capable of getting as high as 245 hp.

Both engines give the 2017 Escape the zip needed to match the sportier look, and when you take both of these two facts together, it makes for a really fun ride.

But the new turbocharged engine doesn’t just make driving the 2017 Escape more fun; it makes it more economical too. Both the 1.5L and 2.0L turbocharged engines have a fuel-saving stop and start feature that helps you get more bang for your buck at the pump.

New Safety Features

Added to the new look, new feel, and new power, the 2017 Escape was also designed with safety in mind. The first feature that helps set the 2017 Escape apart is the Adaptive Speed Control which allows you to keep a predetermined distance from the car in front of you while using cruise control. The system also alerts you if there is a potential collision which gives great peace of mind to Escape drivers.

Another great new feature the 2017 Escape came equipped with that is still paying dividends today is Lane Keep Assist. With Lane Keep Assist, the vehicle’s sensors detect if you are drifting one way or another and can warn you and apply torque to the steering wheel to get you back on the straight and narrow. And if drifting continues, the system can send vibrations to the driver seat to remind you to stay in your lane or flash a coffee cup on the driver alert system to suggest taking a break.

These two new safety features make the 2017 Escape not only a sporty, economical ride but a safe one too.

Test Drive a 2017 Ford Escape

The only way you can fully understand just how impressive the 2017 Ford Escape really is, is to test drive one for yourself. At DePaula Ford in Albany, NY, we usually have Escape’s from several different years on our lot, waiting for you to stop in and give them a look.

Our friendly and knowledgeable sales associates are here to help you in your search for the perfect pre-owned car, truck, or SUV. We are open 8:30-8:00 PM Monday-Thursday and 8:30-6:00 PM Friday and Saturday and would love to help you get behind the wheel of a great Ford Escape. Our finance team will run some numbers and give you the best deal and package possible. We look forward to seeing you soon.