Pre-Owned 2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2017 Ford Escape in St. Louis, MO

Compact crossovers are suited to a variety of people in the St. Louis, MO area. Whether you need something larger to hold your kids but don’t want to give up the drivability you’re used to, or need extra capability for winter weather and on poor roads, these small SUVs are highly adaptable to any situation.

Two of the most popular models in the segment are the Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. If you are still deliberating between your choices, our head-to-head comparison can help you decide. Read on to learn more about how the 2017 RAV4 compares to the latest Escape, or if you are most interested in learning about pricing, check out our Toyota incentives.

2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2017 Ford Escape: Engine Options & Efficiency

Although both models come standard with the same size engine, you don’t even need to get the hybrid version of the Toyota RAV4 to enjoy better fuel economy, as well as power, than in the Ford Escape. Take one for a test drive, and see for yourself.

2017 Toyota RAV4	Model	2017 Ford Escape
2.5L I4	Engine	2.5L I4
176 HP	Horsepower	168 HP
172 lb.-ft.	Torque	170 lb.-ft.
23/29 MPG FWD, 22/28 MPG AWD	City/Highway Fuel Economy	21/28 MPG FWD

If you do want a hybrid, one is not available with the Ford Escape, although the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid enjoys up to 34 MPG in the city. Check out the inventory here.

2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2017 Ford Escape: Interior Storage & Seating 

Both of these compact SUVs hold five passengers, but if you know that you are going to need a lot of trunk space, the obvious choice is the Toyota RAV4. It has 38.4 cu. ft. of storage compared to the Ford’s 34 cu. ft. in the back, and up to 73.4 cu. ft. compared 68 cu. ft. in the Escape when the second row seats are folded down.

The 2017 Ford Escape comes standard with cloth bucket seats, a 60/40-split flat folding rear bench, a six-way manually adjustable driver’s seat, and a passenger-side seat back pocket. Power adjustable seats, leather trim, and seatback pockets are available on higher trims. 

The 2017 Toyota RAV4 comes standard with a six-way manually adjustable driver’s seat, four-way manually-adjustable front passenger seat – both with seatback pockets – and a 60/40- split, flat-folding and reclining rear bench seat with a center armrest. Other trims come with SofTex upholstery, power adjustment with lumbar support, sport bolstering, heat, and memory.

2017 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2017 Ford Escape: Safety Features

Toyotas aren’t just reliable; they come with a slew of standard safety feature as well. The 2017 RAV4, unlike the 2017 Ford Escape, is also an IIHS Top Safety Pick+.

Standard features on the Toyota RAV4, but not the Ford Escape, include:

• Hill Start Assist
• Trailer-Sway Control
• Toyota Safety Sense™ P with radar cruise control, auto-braking pedestrian detection, lane keeping, and auto high beams
• Star Safety System™ with stability and traction control, and advanced braking technology

If you think that the 2017 Toyota RAV4 is the right choice for you, then get in contact with the team at Seeger Toyota today by calling (314) 434-5000 or filling out our contact form.