Ford Edge vs. Ford Escape

Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews

Ford Edge

$611
Average Annual
Repair Cost

Ford Escape

$600
Average Annual
Repair Cost

Overall Reliability Rating

3
1
2
Above Average
The Ford Edge Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 11th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $611 which means it has average ownership costs. The frequency and severity of repairs are both fairly average when compared with all other vehicles.
4
Above Average
The Ford Escape Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 16th out of 26 for compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $600 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average, and major issues are less frequent than average, so major repairs are not common for the Escape.
Cost
Average annual repairs total
$611
inexpensive
expensive
$600
inexpensive
expensive
Frequency
Average annual repair shop visits
0.33
not often
very often
0.31
not often
very often
Severity
Percentage of annual repairs that are urgent
13%
not urgent
urgent
11%
not urgent
urgent

Overall Car Ratings & Details

5 (5)
4 (10)
3 (5)
2 (4)
1 (1)
The Ford Edge ranks highest in safety and ranks lowest in value.
“Excellent vehicle. Very comfortable. No problems.”
“Excellent vehicle. Very comfortable. No problems.”
5 (13)
4 (34)
3 (14)
2 (16)
1 (6)
The Ford Escape ranks highest in safety and ranks lowest in value.
“Problem with dead batteries.3 replacements. Replace alternator. No help from ford! Found out cause of electrical problems was bad GEM module. Had to trouble shoot myself. Had dead battery problems...”
“Problem with dead batteries.3 replacements. Replace alternator. No help from ford! Found out...”

Vehicle Comparison Rundown

Because the Ford Escape and Ford Edge are made by the same manufacturer, you would expect some similarities. The Escape is a compact two-row SUV, while the Edge is a larger, midsize two-row SUV. Both come with front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive. Both also offer the latest infotainment and driver assistance technology.

But there are differences, too. The smaller Ford Escape has a standard engine with 168 horsepower, with up to 245 horsepower as an option. The larger Ford Edge comes with 245 horsepower standard, with up to 315 horsepower in the optional engine. The Escape provides you with 66.4 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded, while the Edge ups that 73.4 cubic feet.

The choice between these two Ford SUVs is a matter of how much space you need. The compact Ford Escape is a great all-around vehicle for most people, but if you need that extra bit of passenger and cargo room, the Ford Edge lets you stretch out and haul more stuff.