Ford Escape vs Jeep Compass

Shouldn't your car work just as hard as you do to keep your family safe and happy? At Hixson Ford Leesville, we know that balancing kids, work, and vacation can be much simpler with the right SUV. If you are trying to find that balance, you may find yourself comparing the Ford Escape vs. Jeep Compass.

While both are great SUVs for a family trying to get around Leesville, New Llano, and Anacoco, LA, there are a few key differences between the 2020 Ford Escape and the 2020 Jeep Compass that might make your choice clear.

2020 Escape vs 2020 Compass: Fuel Economy

Between the Escape and Compass, we can see the Escape excels in EPA-estimated fuel economy:

This ensures that on your next family road trip, you can spend less time at the gas pump, and more time getting to your destination.

The Escape has a hybrid and plug-in hybrid option available, which contributes to this SUV's incredible fuel economy. Each model comes with a battery that is one-third the size of previous Escape hybrid batteries. This smaller battery still contains amazing power and is able to be stored in the floor of the vehicle to avoid taking up passenger and cargo space.

Ford Escape vs Jeep Compass: A Family Vacation

If you are looking for a vehicle to take on vacation, the 2020 Escape might be better suited. The Escape offers 104 cubic feet of passenger space, while the Compass only has 100 cubic feet. While it's a small difference, it could be the deciding factor for whether Fido can come along comfortably.

Also, the Ford Escape has a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds with available 2.0L EcoBoost® and Class II Trailer Tow Package. If properly equipped, the Jeep Compass has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds. While both are powerful vehicles, the Escape might be a better choice if you are planning to bring a small camper or boat on vacation.

2020 Ford Escape vs 2020 Jeep Compass: Safety Technology

While both the Ford Escape and Jeep Compass have many of the safety features we have come to expect-like Adaptive Cruise Control or Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking-there are a few places where the Ford goes beyond.

Although both offer All-Wheel Drive (AWD), the 2020 Escape also has available AWD Disconnect to help save energy. This will disconnect the rear wheel driveline when the road evens out and the vehicle senses AWD isn't needed.

Additionally, the Escape offers the head-up display system to help keep your eyes on the road. This offers a small screen directly in the driver's view of the windshield that can give the driver easy-to-view updates on everything from cruise control to navigation. Since the Compass doesn't have a similar feature, you would have to tear your eyes away from the road to view this essential information.

Ford Escape vs Jeep Compass: The Decision

If you are gearing up for your next vacation around Leesville, New Llano, or Anacoco, Los Angeles, the Ford Escape or Jeep Compass could be a great vehicle to get you there. However, if you are planning to bring the family along or want a vehicle that will work hard to keep your family safe, the Ford Escape might have a little more to offer you.

If you're interested in the 2020 Ford Escape or still need help deciding, come to Hixson Ford Leesville for a test drive today!