Ford Escape vs Lincoln Aviator
Overview | |
Years produced2001-Present | Years produced2003-2005 |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$51,370 |
Listings9163 | Listings7065 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryThere is a reason that Ford’s Lincoln luxury division emphasizes the ethos of “Quiet Flight” when discussing its products, and our 2023 Aviator Black Label Grand Touring proved itself the epitome of this concept. It quietly glides everywhere you go, swaddling you in comfort, luxury, and high-tech features. And Lincoln hasn’t altered this formula for the new model year. Aside from a new Jet Package (blacked-out trim) and a new Special Edition Luxe Package (black-painted roof), each newly available for Grand Touring models, there are no changes to the 2023 Aviator lineup. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City27 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space17.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight4745 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height69.6 in |
Length180.1 in | Length199.3 in |
Width85.6 in | Width89.9 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1615 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-Present | 2003-2005 |
MSRP | $28,000 | $51,370 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | There is a reason that Ford’s Lincoln luxury division emphasizes the ethos of “Quiet Flight” when discussing its products, and our 2023 Aviator Black Label Grand Touring proved itself the epitome of this concept. It quietly glides everywhere you go, swaddling you in comfort, luxury, and high-tech features. And Lincoln hasn’t altered this formula for the new model year. Aside from a new Jet Package (blacked-out trim) and a new Special Edition Luxe Package (black-painted roof), each newly available for Grand Touring models, there are no changes to the 2023 Aviator lineup. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 27 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 17.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 4745 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 69.6 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 199.3 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 89.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1615 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |

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