2020 Ford Escape vs 2020 Subaru Outback
Deciding which SUV to take home next just became much more exciting. The 2020 Ford Escape vs. 2020 Subaru Outback debate has already started at the dealership and will soon begin on the road. That’s why Norm Reeves Ford Superstore wanted to help the drivers near the Cerritos, Long Beach, and Buena Park areas make an educated decision.
Our automotive experts put together this Ford Escape vs. Subaru Outback comparison-so you can drive off the lot with the SUV that fits your driving lifestyle.
Ford Escape vs Subaru Outback: Efficient Power
With the introduction of the all-new 2020 Escape, Ford will offer two hybrid options-a standard and a plug-in-in addition to two gas-only options. Both hybrid engines have fantastic in-class mileage ratings. While the Outback is no stranger to efficiency, it only has two available engine options and neither of them are hybrid.
Both SUVs are designed to keep you on the road for as long as possible without a pressing need for the next gas station. That’s why every Outback has a Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Auto Start-Stop Technology to maximize its fuel economy.
But the Escape brings efficiency to a new level. All hybrid models will be equipped with four EV modes that allow drivers to select how they want to travel. For example, the Auto EV mode will let the Escape decide whether to run on gas or electric power, while EV Later mode will conserve electric-powered miles for later use through gas-only operation.
2020 Escape vs 2020 Outback: Design Competition
When it came to the design for the 2020 Escape, Ford decided to give it a sportier look. That’s why the Escape has aspects that pull from the Mustang and Ford GT. Take a look at the grille and you’ll notice that it looks strikingly similar to the sixth-generation Mustang, and the lower front fascia resembles the Ford GT.
The 2020 Outback has remarkable design elements, too, such as an updated 8.7-inch ground clearance and raised roof rails with standard integrated cross bars and tie-downs. These will let you take your mountain bikes or camping equipment wherever you need.
Although the Outback is a strong contender, we can’t get over the Ford available Panoramic Vista Roof® that gives you the sensation of sitting in an open cabin while retaining the safety of a fully reinforced construction. The 2020 Ford Escape will also come with a lot of cargo room for versatile use thanks to the sliding second-row seats that can be folded down to give you even more room.
Head-to-Head Driver-Assistive Features
All 2020 Escape models will come equipped with selectable driving modes that should make you feel prepared for any road type. The standard modes are normal, eco, sport, and slippery, and a variant for snow and sand. An available Evasive Steering Assist will detect a slowly moving or stopped vehicle in front of you and help to prevent an imminent collision through a system warning and extra steering support.
The upcoming 2020 Outback also has its own suite of driver-assistive features that come with the Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology. These include an Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering and an available DriverFocus™ Distraction Mitigation System, which uses an infrared camera to identify signs of driver fatigue.
The Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering will keep your Outback on a straight path consistent with its lane position. However, the 2020 Escape is the only SUV in our Escape vs. Outback guide that has an available steering assist dedicated to evasive maneuvers as well as a cruise control system with a lane-centering capability.
Which SUV Will You Choose?
We know that our 2020 Ford Escape vs. 2020 Subaru Outback comparison shows both vehicles as powerful, capable, and well-equipped with driver-assistive features to help you get wherever you want to go. However, our automotive experts at Norm Reeves Ford Superstore think that you’ll truly appreciate what the Ford Escape has to offer.
To get behind the wheel of the 2020 Ford Escape, we welcome the drivers around the Cerritos, Long Beach, and Buena Park areas to contact our dealership for vehicle updates and to schedule a test drive.