Impressive Maximum Towing Capacity for the Ford Escape
You'll discover four engine options when you start to dive into the specifications of the 2022 Ford Escape. If towing is going to be your biggest priority, though, or even if you want to make towing a possibility when you occasionally need it, the 2.0L EcoBoost® engine is your best bet.
With 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, the 2.0L EcoBoost® has plenty of strength to go around. Plus, an 8-speed automatic transmission helps your SUV run smoothly, even with a trailer attached. So, it's not too surprising to see the Escape peak at 3,500 pounds of maximum towing capacity with this innovative motor under the hood.
The remaining three engines are still powerful with impressive towing abilities. The first is a 1.5L EcoBoost® engine that generates 181 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque and is also mated to the 8-speed automatic transmission. Maximum towing capacity with this motor measures up to 2,000 pounds.
Finally, a 2.5L Hybrid option generates 165 horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque. It's also the most efficient, returning an EPA-estimated:
- 44 city MPG
- 37 highway MPG
- 41 combined MPG
There's a Plug-In Hybrid version of this motor, as well. The hybrid engine will reach 1,500 pounds of maximum towing capacity in either form.
Ford Escape Cargo Space
Towing an ATV, boat, trailer, or other item using the 2022 Escape is the easiest way to bring along supplies or cargo. Yet Ford also created the cabin of this versatile SUV to cater to your ever-changing needs easily. So, if you want, you can also store goods within the interior.
First, the available cargo room behind the second-row seats measures 37.5 cubic feet. So, along with seating five passengers, you'll have plenty of room for their belongings.
If you fold the second-row seats down flat to create as much space as possible, the maximum cargo capacity reaches 65.4 cubic feet!
Even with all that cargo space, there's plenty of room for passengers, too. The legroom of the Escape adds up to:
- 42.4 inches in the front row
- 40.7 inches in the second row
The 2022 Ford Escape Delivers a Solid Towing Capacity of 3,500 Pounds!
Having the ability to tow trailers with your SUV opens a world of possibilities. You'll find that this type of capability allows you to travel more easily around Glen Allen, Ashland, and Rockville, VA, or even beyond the state lines.
At Richmond Ford West, we're always happy to help our friends land the model they truly want. So, get in touch with our staff today to see how the 2022 Ford Escape can help boost your daily travels!
