2021 Ford Escape vs. Chevy Equinox | Ellsworth, WI
If you’re looking for a dynamic five-passenger SUV with the power to take on your day-to-day tasks, consider either the 2021 Ford Escape or 2021 Chevy Equinox. Both SUVs are perfect for families with design elements focused on your comfort. Read through the following Escape vs. Equinox comparison crafted by the Ellsworth Ford team to decide which is the right model for you.
For comparison, the 2021 Ford Escape SE, with a starting MSRP of $28,280, was matched up against the 2021 Chevy Equinox L, which starts at $24,995 MSRP.
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2021 Ford Escape vs. Chevy Equinox Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
Take advantage of excellent fuel economy ratings regardless of whether you drive the 2021 Ford Escape or 2021 Chevy Equinox. You’ll find that the Escape has the better fuel efficiency and additional transmission modes. View Escape and Equinox performance specs in the following chart.
2021 Ford Escape: 1.5L EcoBoost®
- 181 HP
- 190 lb.-ft.
- 28/34
- Eight-speed automatic
- FWD or AWD
2021 Chevy Equinox L: 1.5L turbo four-cylinder
- 170 HP
- 203 lb.-ft.
- 26/31
- Six-speed automatic
- FWD or AWD
2021 Ford Escape vs. Chevy Equinox Exterior Design
You’ll find sleek style chiseled into every detail of the 2021 Ford Escape and 2021 Chevy Equinox exterior. Both models include 17-inch painted aluminum wheels, which are painted Shadow Silver on the Escape. Watch out for potential obstacles with the automatic on/off headlamps on both models. Other Escape exterior features include:
- Black mesh grille with chrome surround
- Rear spoiler
- Daytime running lamps
- Dual chrome exhaust tips
2021 Ford Escape vs. Chevy Equinox Interior Design & Technology
Establish connection both with the people in your vehicle and your favorite musicians when you drive either a 2021 Ford Escape or 2021 Chevy Equinox. Both feature modern infotainment systems, but you’ll find the Ford Escape has a larger display with the 8-inch SYNC® 3 interface. The Equinox Chevrolet Infotainment System only has a 7-inch display. You’ll also be able to keep the cabin temperature moderated thanks to the single-zone manual climate control on both SUVs. Other Escape interior and technology features include:
- FordPass Connect™ app
- Remote keyless entry system
- Ice Blue® instrument panel cluster lighting
- Rotary gear shift dial
- Second-row sliding seats with 60/40 split/fold down
- Driver’s side one-touch down power windows
- Six-way manual driver’s seat
- Unique cloth front bucket seats
2021 Ford Escape vs. Chevy Equinox Size & Cargo Space
While the 2021 Ford Escape and 2021 Chevy Equinox both seat five, their cargo capacities do differ slightly. The Escape can store slightly more cargo when the rear seat is folded — a maximum of 65.4 cubic feet. The Equinox, on the other hand, can hold a maximum of 63.9 cubic feet.
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Contact A Specialist2021 Ford Escape vs. Chevy Equinox Safety Options & Features
Both the 2021 Ford Escape and 2021 Chevy Equinox are designed to help keep you and your loved ones safe with a suite of standard driver assistance features. These features include:
2021 Ford Escape
- Ford Co-Pilot360™
- Blind spot information system (BLIS®) with cross-traffic alert
- Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking
- Auto high-beam headlamps
- Lane keeping system
- Rear view camera
2021 Chevy Equinox
- Chevy Safety Assist
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane keep assist with lane departure warning
- Forward collision alert
- Front pedestrian braking
- Following distance indicator
- IntelliBeam®