Ford Escape vs Volkswagen ID.4

2024 Ford Escape
2024 Ford Escape
$28,000MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen ID.4
2024 Volkswagen ID.4
$39,735MSRP
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2024 Ford Escape
$28,000MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen ID.4
$39,735MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2001-Present

Years produced

2021-Present

MSRP

$28,000

MSRP

$39,735

Average price

$18,803

Average price

$48,537

Listings

4844

Listings

921

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.2 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.5 out of 10
Pros
  • Multiple powertrain options
  • Comfortable
  • Impressive technology
Cons
  • Interior materials feel cheap
  • Uncompetitive cargo space
  • Poor value for money
Pros
  • Comfortable
  • Standard advanced safety features
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Unimpressive electric range (base model)
  • Seat-sensor vehicle on/off activation
  • Touch-sensing controls

Reviews Summary

Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled.

Reviews Summary

Thanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased maximum driving range up to 468 kilometres, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. In Canada, it also includes complimentary DC fast charging for four years or 1,400 kWh with Electrify Canada.

Verdict: With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s ID.4 electric SUV need not make apologies.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

1.5L 180 hp I3

Engine

201 hp Electric

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

RWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

180 hp @ 6000 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

62 kWh

MPG City

27

MPG City

115

MPG Highway

34

MPG Highway

98

Battery Charge Time (120V)

Battery Charge Time (120V)

65 hours

Battery Charge Time (240V)

Battery Charge Time (240V)

6.25 hours
2024 Ford Escape
2024 Ford Escape
$28,000MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2024 Volkswagen ID.4
2024 Volkswagen ID.4
$39,735MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Ford Escape
$28,000MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Volkswagen ID.4
$39,735MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2001-Present
2021-Present
MSRP
$28,000
$39,735
Average price
$18,803
$48,537
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews
4.2
4.6
Expert reviews

6.2 out of 10

Read full review

7.5 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons
Pros
  • Multiple powertrain options
  • Comfortable
  • Impressive technology
Cons
  • Interior materials feel cheap
  • Uncompetitive cargo space
  • Poor value for money
Pros
  • Comfortable
  • Standard advanced safety features
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Unimpressive electric range (base model)
  • Seat-sensor vehicle on/off activation
  • Touch-sensing controls
Summary
Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled.

Thanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased maximum driving range up to 468 kilometres, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. In Canada, it also includes complimentary DC fast charging for four years or 1,400 kWh with Electrify Canada.

Verdict: With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s ID.4 electric SUV need not make apologies.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
1.5L 180 hp I3
201 hp Electric
Drive Train
FWD
RWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
180 hp @ 6000 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
62 kWh
MPG City
27
115
MPG Highway
34
98
Battery Charge Time (120V)
65 hours
Battery Charge Time (240V)
6.25 hours
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