Secor Subaru In New London, CT Compares The Subaru Crosstrek To The Ford Escape

As you consider which crossover SUV will best suit your needs, it is important to consider what your options provide for the money. The many differences found between the redesigned Subaru Crosstrek and the Ford Escape are prime examples of why we have put together research pages like this one. Take a look at the following comparison to get a better idea of what each model provides for you money. Before you make your decision, be sure to come see us at Secor Subaru and take the remarkable redesigned Subaru Crosstrek for a test drive.

Secor Subaru In New London, CT Compares Design

The Subaru Crosstrek and the Ford Escape are both well designed crossover SUV's. The Subaru Crosstrek does come standard with roof rails, which will cost extra on a Ford Escape, to accommodate a wide range of gear and cargo. The new Ford Escape is less than 3 inches longer but you will need an extra 4 feet to make a U-turn so the Subaru Crosstrek will certainly prove more nimble in tight spaces around New London, CT or elsewhere. Come find out more of what makes the design of the Subaru Crosstrek so brilliant here at Secor Subaru.

Secor Subaru In New London, CT Compares Performance

The higher price tag that comes with the new Ford Escape will buy a slight advantage in engine power. However, it will not get you the legendary capability of Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive--or any capability beyond front wheel drive. You could pull out your checkbook and pay even more for 4-wheel drive in a Ford Escape, but you will likely still find it less effective than all-wheel drive. You are also given the choice of a manual or automatic transmission with a new Subaru Crosstrek. If you choose the advanced automatic transmission, you will have paddle shifters to further your enjoyment behind the wheel. And when it comes to enjoyment behind the wheel, 8.7 inches of ground clearance with a flat Boxer engine makes for a combination of capability and handling that the new Ford Escape simply can't compete with. Take the drive and get behind the wheel of a new Subaru Crosstrek here at Secor Subaru and discover a ride like no other.

Secor Subaru In New London, CT Compares Safety And Features

There are many significant differences between the Subaru Crosstrek and Ford Escape but the most glaring difference comes in safety. The Subaru Crosstrek has enjoyed IIHS Top Safety Picks every year since it has been released and the even higher IIHS Top Safety Pick. The Ford Escape, on the other hand, has not earned such prestigious safety recognition and even performed poorly on the small overlap front crash test. The NHTSA found a similar gap in safety and gave the Ford Escape only a 4-star safety rating compared to the expected 5-stars earned by the new Subaru Crosstrek. Another significant difference is that the more expensive Ford Escape does not offer crash prevention technology like the Subaru Eye-Sight system available in the Subaru Crosstrek. We can't wait to show you more safety and technology in the Subaru Crosstrek at Secor Subaru serving New London, CT.