This year's Escape has undergone some interior changes that make it more spacious and more comfortable inside. Beginning with the SEL trim, the highest level of luxury and comfort can be experienced with leather-bolstered seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Additionally, the seats on the upper trims are also more supportive and well-padded.
Additionally, the layout inside the cabin is very driver-friendly, with all the buttons perfectly placed for the driver's convenience. One negative about the vehicle's interior is that the climate control buttons are located way below the console, making it difficult to operate. Additionally, the cabin space has been improved somewhat this year, but improvements still need to be made in the rear space.
Models
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2013 Ford Escape
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2013 Toyota RAV4
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2013 Hyundai Santa FE
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2013 Buick Encore
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Seating Capacity
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Front Row (Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) inch
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39.9/56.0/43.1
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38.9/57.3/42.9
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39.6/59.4/41.3
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39.6/54.1/40.8
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Second Row (Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) inch
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39.0/55.3/36.8
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38.9/55.4/37.2
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39.1/58.3/39.4
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38.8/52.5/35.7
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Cargo Capacity (cubic feet)
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34.3 cu-ft
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38.4 cu-ft
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35.4 cu-ft
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18.8 cu-ft
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The Ford Escape's cargo space measures 34.3 cubic feet, which is more than enough for any SUV in its class. However, some competitors, such as Toyota RAV4, offer a little more space in that department. The Escape has the most space both for the driver and for the passenger in the front section. On the other hand, the Hyundai Santa Fe has the best legroom and headroom in this segment. Standout interior features in the 2013 Ford Escape:
- Leather steering wheel
- Heated front bucket seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Remote keyless entry
- Rear seat with recline and center armrest
- 10-way adjustable front seats
What’s there to keep you entertained in the 2013 Ford Escape?
Rather than being exceptional, Escape's infotainment system is rather average. A 4.2-inch display is placed upfront and, if you want MyFord Touch and navigation, it will cost you around $1,750 more. The screen's display quality feels decent but its responsiveness falls below average. Furthermore, it is equipped with 6 speakers as standard, Sirius XM, USB ports, Mast Antenna, Speed sensitive volume control, AM/FM stereo, etc. Standout infotainment features include:
- Sirius XM
- Auxiliary audio input jack
- Universal Garage door opener
- USB ports
- 10-speaker Sony audio system with HD radio
- MyFord Touch and Navigation (Optional)