There’s plenty to love about the 2017 Ford Escape, but one of its best features is incredible efficiency. No matter the powertrain you choose, you’ll be earning top mpg ratings cruising down the highways out of Iosco County or if you’re sticking to Tawas City. Keep reading to find out more about the 2017 Ford Escape’s performance and mpg ratings.

Engine Options

Whatever kind of power and performance you desire, the 2017 Escape can provide. Three engine options are available, including:

  • 2.5L with iVCT: Independent variable cam timing creates a ride that excels in every condition
  • 1.5L EcoBoost iVCT: Includes Auto Start-Stop technology to improve efficiency. 
  • 2.0L EcoBoost: The unique Twin-Scroll turbo design delivers quicker torque on demand for maximum power.

MPG Ratings

The mpg of the 2017 Ford Escape is off the charts whether you choose the base-level 2.5L engine or the commanding 2.0L Ecoboost — both see up to 29 mpg on the highway. And you’ll especially be impressed if you select the ultra-efficient 1.5L EcoBoost, which gets up to an incredible 23 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. Even with 4WD, you’ll still be able to earn up to 28 mpg on the highway with the 1.5L engine.

Performance Capabilities

Each engine option for the 2017 Ford Escape is paired with a 6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission and front-wheel drive comes standard. Intelligent 4WD is available to improve your drive in inclement weather. Performance ranges from 168 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque with the base model and goes up to an authoritative 245 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque with the 2.0L Twin-Scroll EcoBoost engine.

Test-Drive the 2017 Ford Escape at Dean Arbour Ford of Tawas

We invite our Iosco County customers to come down and test drive the 2017 Ford Escape to better understand all of its offerings. For more information or to set up a test drive, contact us online or stop by our dealership at 55 W M-55 in Tawas City, MI. We hope to see you soon!

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