2021 Ford Escape vs 2021 Subaru Forester 

The market for small crossover has grown into one of the industry's largest and best-selling segments, and entries like the 2021 Ford Escape and the 2021 Subaru Forester are eager to find their way onto driveways across the nation. In this model comparison, we explore which entry offers the best overall value for your new CUV investment.

To start, the comparison table below sorts through some deciding factors drivers consider when making the choice between the 2021 Ford Escape and the 2021 Subaru Forester.

Advantages of the 2021 Ford Escape  

The 2021 Subaru Forester promises a solid value, but the 2021 Ford Escape manages to pack more features and a much wider variety of powertrains for your investment – including two hybrids with efficiency bonuses the Forester just can’t match.

Most Escapes are powered by a zesty standard 181-horsepower, 1.5-liter EcoBoost® engine or the zestier 250-horsepower, 2.0-liter EcoBoost®. Aside from its two fuel-motivated powerplants, buyers can go eco with a handful of electrified 2021 Ford Escape models. SE Hybrid and SEL Hybrid models score up to 41 mpg combined, while plug-in hybrid versions of the SE, SEL, and Titanium dole out an impressive 37 miles of pure electric range.

Both crossovers have a standard bundle of safety systems that include automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping assistance – but only the 2021 Ford Escape works blind-spot detection system and automatic high-beam headlights into every model. The 2021 Ford Escape is available in trim levels S, SE, SEL, and Titanium.

Drivers in Atlanta and the surrounding area can contact their local team of brand experts here at Akins Ford for even more information and model highlights.