These midsize crossovers improved upon the previous generation with an increasingly dynamic ride, greater efficiency, and greater interior space. These used Escapes will also impress you with their interior fit and finish; Ford made a point of creating a higher quality cabin for these models.
For the first model year, 2011, these models featured one engine, a 3.5-liter V6 (290 horsepower, 255 lb-ft of torque), a six-speed automatic transmission, and standard front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive was optional throughout the lineup. From the 2012 model year on, the first EcoBoost engine joined the lineup, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (240 hp, 270 lb-ft). It’s designed to improve speed without forcing you to spend more at the pump. The 2016 Explorer replaced the original EcoBoost engine with a more powerful one, the turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine (270 hp, 300 lb-ft).