The 2024 Ford Escape offers uncompromising performance with four powertrain options, including a 181-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder, 250-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four and 2.5-liter iVCT Atkinson Cycle I-4 hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants paired with an eCVT. In comparison, the Hyundai Tucson gets a 187-hp 2.5-liter GDI/MPI 4-cylinder engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission for up to 32 highway MPG.

While an available 1.6L turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder Hybrid engine with HTRAC AWD on the Hyundai Tucson gets up to 38 combined MPG, the 2024 Ford Escape’s Hybrid model is rated for 192 combined hp and up to 42 MPGe city and 36 MPGe highway, and the Plug-in Hybrid model produces 210 combined hp and up to an impressive 101 combined MPGe. Overall, the Ford Escape has more options, higher power output and remarkable range. With available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, sport handling suspension/tuning on ST-Line and selectable drive modes, the Ford SUV offers a more dynamic, sporty and fun driving experience.

The 2024 Ford Escape has an impressive list of tech. For 2024, the Ford SUV offers a variety of new screen options, including a 13.2-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen, an expansive 15.5-inch touchscreen and a stunning 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, while SYNC 4 and SYNC 4A offer new levels of cloud-based connectivity, conversational voice command recognition and effortless wireless connection. With FordPass Connect, you can connect up to 10 devices with an available in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot.

The Hyundai Tucson doesn’t compare to the Ford in terms of connectivity, and it offers significantly less display area, regardless of whether you choose the 8-inch color touchscreen and 4.2-inch color LCD display or update to the available 10.25-inch touchscreen navigation and 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. The Ford Escape’s SYNC 4 gives you intuitive access to your world through hands-free Bluetooth connectivity, wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ and Alexa Built-in—plus, opting for Connected Navigation or Connected Built-in Navigation helps keep you informed on the latest weather, traffic, construction zones, parking available and even plug-in info.

The 2024 Ford Escape is equipped with standard Ford Co-Pilot360™ Technology, which includes essential features like a Rear View Camera, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind-Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage, Evasive Steering Assist as well as Adaptive Cruise Control, which uses systems like Speed Sign Recognition, Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering to enhance each driving experience.

The Hyundai Tucson offers available Remote Smart Parking Assist, which allows you to remotely park the SUV into tight spots with the press of the Smart Key button, as well as standard features like Driver Attention Warning and Lane Keeping Assist, but systems like the Blind-Spot View Monitor, Highway Driving Assist and Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Curve Control are available only on Limited. With the Ford Escape, you’ll get additional driver assist tech like Semi-Autonomous Park Assist, front rain-sensing wipers, Perimeter Alarm and a 360-Degree Camera with Split-View for next-level confidence, awareness and peace of mind.

The 2024 Ford Escape’s adaptable interior is designed to keep up with all of your adventures. The new Ford Escape offers a generous 65.4 cubic feet of cargo room, over 40 inches of available passenger legroom up front or functional 60/40 split-fold second-row seats that can slide back for up to 5.9 inches of additional legroom. Plus, a rotary gear shift dial makes room for cupholders, a pair of USB ports and extra console storage space.

The Hyundai Tucson offers a 60/40 split-fold and recline rear seatback with 41.2 cubic feet of cargo volume along with notable amenities like dual automatic temperature control, heated and ventilated front seats and stain-resistant cloth or available leather seats. But if you’re looking for a sporty, sophisticated SUV, the Ford Escape ST-Line brings an impressive balance of comfort, style and performance with dramatic details like plush unique sport contour bucket seats, distinctive red stitching and an aluminum foot pedal—plus, Platinum is even more refined with ActiveX trimmed seats, unique doors and instrument panel accents, a heated steering wheel and more luxurious appointments throughout.