Jean-Charles really enjoyed driving the 2013 Ford Escape Titanium. They are reasonably discreet on the pavement while being effective on wet, snowy and even icy surfaces. The Bridgestone Blizzak 245/45R19 winter tires were a good choice for this vehicle. Disc brakes on all four wheels guarantee powerful and safe braking. The independent suspension does a good job mitigating its firmness, ensuring that passengers are treated to a decent amount of comfort, regardless of the conditions. The power-assist steering is very precise for this type of vehicle and definitely makes the Escape more pleasant to drive. But if we had squeezed more power out of the Ford Escape by using the turbocharger, there’s a good chance that the super would have been more advantageous. Our test vehicle used 9.3L/100 km of super compared to 9.5L/100 km of regular. We tried to test whether regular or super gas was better, but the results were not conclusive. The 2013 Ford Escape Titanium used an average of 9.3L/100 km. On our trip to Detroit, we headed straight down the 401 at a cruising speed of 110 km/h with three passengers and our bags. That’s a lot better than before for a vehicle this powerful, but it’s still higher than what Ford promised. In mixed traffic conditions, the 240-hp Ford Escape used an average of 10.2L/100 km. There’s only a not-so-clear pictogram in front of the driver to show you what gear you’re in. I was nonetheless very annoyed by the fact that you’re never totally sure whether you’ve selected the right gear, as there is no clear indicator on the shifter. The six-speed automatic gearbox with manual mode does an honourable job. 1.6L four-litre EcoBoost producing 173 horsepower 2.5L four-litre producing 168 horsepower This turbocharged 2.0L engine takes either regular or super gas. This engine is generally quite discreet, except when you push it hard. ![]() The 2013 Ford Escape Titanium is powered by a mighty 2.0L four-cylinder EcoBoost that generates 240 horsepower. Whereas the previous model looked like a road warrior ready to tackle hostile terrain, the new Escape has a more urban feel to it – and yet it’s still capable of taking you off the beaten track. The Escape’s trims include the S, SE and SEL with FWD, as well as SE, SEL and Titanium with AWD. The esthetic changes involved swapping its angular edges for more fluid and modern lines. To be honest, the most popular compact SUV in North America badly needed an overhaul, as the second edition of the Ford Escape came out in 2007. Also: Ford Recalls the Escape Over Door Problems.We also decided to visit the Henry Ford Museum, which doesn’t just have cars on display it provides a complete overview of American industrialization, from its very beginnings through to the current day. Three of us hit the road together: Jean-Charles Lajeunesse (who compiles all the technical specs for Car Guide), Henri Michaud (a colleague and long-time friend), and yours truly.įor me, it marked my twenty-first business trip to the biggest auto show in North America. This year, we drove down in a 2013 Ford Escape Titanium. Every year, we head to the Detroit Motor Show.
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