MY 2020 Escape Spied in USA

jpd80 · 05-01-2019, 03:03 PM

2020 Ford Escape Spied With Little Camo

Jan 04, 2019 at 12:53pm
By: Chris Bruce, Editor
https://www.motor1.com/news/299818/f...rom%20%251%24s

There are big changes at the front and rear for the updated Escape.

In this fresh batch of refreshed Ford Escape spy shots, the Blue Oval's engineers strip off a little camouflage to provide a better look at the upcoming update for the popular crossover. Look for a full debut in the second half of 2019 for the 2020 model year.

This Escape wears a mesh grille that replaces the existing crossbars in the front end. The headlights have a sharper shape, too. Vertically oriented driving lights are now in the fascia to replace the existing, more square-shaped lamps. In profile, the beltline gains a more gradual curve to the C-pillar.

At the back, there are completely different taillights that have a more extended shape than the current ones. The camouflage makes the tailgate design hard to see, but it appears to have less sculpted, flatter styling than on the existing crossover.

**DFB FGXR6** · 05-01-2019, 06:28 PM

Really hope this makes it to the Australian market in a timely manner, not the usual delay that it usually takes to get new models launched here.

jpd80 · 05-01-2019, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

Really hope this makes it to the Australian market in a timely manner, not the usual delay that it usually takes to get new models launched here.

Listening to the US sales call the other night, one of the Ford Chiefs was saying Q3 (July-September)
I'd hope that we get deliveries no later than that...

**Fordman1** · 05-01-2019, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by jpd80

Listening to the US sales call the other night, one of the Ford Chiefs was saying Q3 (July-September)
I'd hope that we get deliveries no later than that...

It depends on what the lead plant is, Valencia or Louisville.

Europe may launch later than the US, ours come from Valencia in Spain.

jpd80 · 06-01-2019, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordman1

It depends on what the lead plant is, Valencia or Louisville.

Europe may launch later than the US, ours come from Valencia in Spain.

And as we know Europe always likes to build its cars first before the odd Aussie ADR versions Dratt...

kevino · 06-01-2019, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by jpd80

And as we know Europe always likes to build its cars first before the odd Aussie ADR versions Dratt...

You seem to have inside information.
Are we going to get a six speed manual focus (excluding st/rs)?

Bossxr8 · 07-01-2019, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

Really hope this makes it to the Australian market in a timely manner, not the usual delay that it usually takes to get new models launched here.

That will all depend on when it gets built in Europe, cause our Escapes come from there.

Can't come soon enough because the current Escape is getting old and needs replacing.

CyberWasp · 05-01-2019, 07:51 PM

What is the car behind it in the 1st photo also in camo?

MAGPIE · 05-01-2019, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberWasp

What is the car behind it in the 1st photo also in camo?

New Explorer by the looks.

GCRXR6 · 05-01-2019, 11:11 PM

Very nice indeed. I had better hide this from my wife.

Trendseeker · 06-01-2019, 11:29 AM

It’s a looks very much like a smaller version of the Edge/Endura, in a similar way to the Mazda CX-5 and CX-9.

https://www.drive.com.au/new-car-rev...trackLink=SMH2

jpd80 · 06-01-2019, 05:37 PM

Looking at the profiles of Focus, Focus Active and Escape reminds me of the Mazda 3, CX-3 and CX-5
even though CX-3 is a subcompact, I think there is a kinda parallel with the Focus Active..sorta.

A new Ecosport that looked like CX-3 would also be kinda cool, perfect for our market tastes..sorta.

Edit,
Sorta = I'm hoping the Ford grille will look a little better with a blue oval in there...

imugli · 07-01-2019, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by jpd80

Looking at the profiles of Focus, Focus Active and Escape reminds me of the Mazda 3, CX-3 and CX-5
even though CX-3 is a subcompact, I think there is a kinda parallel with the Focus Active..sorta.

A new Ecosport that looked like CX-3 would also be kinda cool, perfect for our market tastes..sorta.

Edit,
Sorta = I'm hoping the Ford grille will look a little better with a blue oval in there...

This is where I get a little confused TBH.

To me -

EcoSport = CX3
Focus Active = Subaru XV (i.e no equiv. Mazda model)
Escape = CX-5

I know people are saying Endura is a Kluger / CX-9 competitor, but I'm thinking Endura will end up replacing Mondeo if it can sell in similar numbers (and we may get 2l Ecoboost Endura when Mondeo dies), and if FoA can get a business case up, Explorer will be true Terry replacement and competitor for Kluger / CX-9 / Navara.

That then becomes a pretty decent lineup.

Junkyard-Dog · 07-01-2019, 03:59 PM

Just because you posted it, doesn't make it YOURS

jpd80 · 07-01-2019, 07:44 PM

The older Edges were were actually based on CX-9 platform but more CX-7 size.
2.0 EB Endura replacing Mondeo has a lot of merit, I hope Ford is listening..

Heard a rumor that next gen Edge may be going RWD CD6, we'll wait and see on that one.

Bossxr8 · 08-01-2019, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by jpd80

The older Edges were were actually based on CX-9 platform but more CX-7 size.
2.0 EB Endura replacing Mondeo has a lot of merit, I hope Ford is listening..

Heard a rumor that next gen Edge may be going RWD CD6, we'll wait and see on that one.

Hopefully they are smart enough to also make a 7 seat version, especially if we don't get Explorer. It would be less of an issue if we did get Explorer though.

We need as many different SUV's as we can get if they are going to stop production of passenger vehicles.

jpd80 · 08-01-2019, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Bossxr8

Hopefully they are smart enough to also make a 7 seat version, especially if we don't get Explorer. It would be less of an issue if we did get Explorer though.

We need as many different SUV's as we can get if they are going to stop production of passenger vehicles.

Oakville plant currently builds Edge and Lincoln Nautilus, Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT,
the last two are being discontinued in Q2, so lets hope that they add more Edge production...

chevypower · 03-04-2019, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by jpd80

Oakville plant currently builds Edge and Lincoln Nautilus, Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT,
the last two are being discontinued in Q2, so lets hope that they add more Edge production...

Aviator replaces the MKT, Corsair replaces the MKC. Not sure without loooking them up, where those will be assembled.

stefcio007 · 02-04-2019, 04:30 PM

Ford is revealing the 2020 Escape on their Instagram soon.

The Stylist · 02-04-2019, 08:53 PM

The Stylist · 02-04-2019, 08:55 PM

Venomous1 · 03-04-2019, 05:46 AM

Confirmed for Australia

Ford will kickstart its rollout of electrified vehicles in Australia with the new Escape, released today and set to touch down in 2020.

“We’re proud to bring the first of our global electrified vehicles to Australian customers in the stylish and capable all-new Escape,” said Ford Australia and New Zealand president and CEO, Kay Hart.

"Australians continue to embrace SUVs, which is why we are introducing our first plug-in hybrid powertrain with this vehicle.”

The new Ford Escape will touch down in 2020. We've contacted Ford for more concrete timing, and will update the story when it becomes available.

Tonz · 03-04-2019, 01:29 PM

drr dumb dumb great for city suckers, what about those that live outback. Out where?? oh is that part of Australia? sorry

chevypower · 03-04-2019, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Tonz

drr dumb dumb great for city suckers, what about those that live outback. Out where?? oh is that part of Australia? sorry

That’s what Bronco will be for.

Bossxr8 · 03-04-2019, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by chevypower

That’s what Bronco will be for.

Baby Bronco more like it in Australia. From most news articles it appears the Bronco will be US only.

Ford are taking 2 directions with SUV's, making the Escape more car like, essentially a higher riding Focus wagon with next to no off road ability, and bringing in the baby Bronco above it for people who do want to go off road.

And yes I know that the current Escape is Focus based but the new one is even closer to Focus, and made more car like to drive.

It's a good strategy, opening up potential buyers with different interests.