2025 Ford
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2026 Hyundai
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| MPG - City | 26 - 42 MPG | 24 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 36 MPG | 30 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 180 - 192 hp | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 2,000 lbs | 2,750 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 180.5 - 181.2 in | 182.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.1 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in |
Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.5 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Ford Escape offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Hyundai Tucson, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Ford Escape offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Tucson, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Escape as you will with the Hyundai Tucson, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Escape will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Hyundai Tucson.
Dimensions
The Ford Escape is about the same width as the Hyundai Tucson.
When looking at overall length, the Ford Escape takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Hyundai Tucson.
Handling
The Ford Escape has the same turning radius as the Hyundai Tucson, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Hyundai Tucson is clearly the choice over the Ford Escape for pulling heavy loads.
The Ford Escape has a little less horsepower than the Hyundai Tucson.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Escape transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Hyundai Tucson.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Hyundai Tucson.
The Ford Escape has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Tucson.