2021 Ford Escape SE Walkaround | Learn everything you need to know about the 2021 Escape

[@jojoJRification]

I love my Escape S. I'm glad I have one with the diamond pattern on the doors. If your worried about power with the 3 cylinder don't. The 1.5 has plenty of power. It is so quick off the line for in town driving and surprisingly it loves to cruse on the highway at 70mph. I also impressed with the comfort of the seats, how solid the care feels , how it handles the list goes on and on. I traded in one of the top rated SUVs .

[@CarsWithSteve]

Great to hear that you’re loving your S model! Thanks for sharing your experience with it so far

[@paulhesseinberg]

Hey Steve! Fantastic! I like how you showed everything about this car. Very detailed! Thanks

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks so much Paul, glad you enjoyed it!

[@gxl5892]

I went from a Ford pick up to the 2020 Escape SEL and love it!!!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Wow that's great! How are you finding the change in height?

[@gxl5892]

Coming out of a pick up and going into a car is too low in height for me. I tested almost every mid and small SUV and always felt like I was in a typical mom SUV. The first time I sat in the Escape I knew this right for me. The seats are the best of any vehicle I tested and because of the shape of the Escape body, the sight lines all the way around make me feel like I higher up like my truck and driving a sporty, cool car

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@gxl5892 Great explanation! I do think Ford did a great job on the redesign of the Escape. There's always the Bronco Sport for folks who like the boxier style SUVs. Enjoy the new car!

[@josephmiller8974]

I wish all car videos were this well made. You speak so perfectly!!! I really like so much about this vehicle, but I'm 6'9" and my kids are mini giants and growing like beanstalks. Thank you for saving me a trip to Ford to see how we fit. And they discontinued the Flex :-(

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Joseph! Being 6'9" there isn't really a way you'd be able to comfortably fit inside the Escape. You might be ok in an Explorer, Expedition or F150 with the seats back and reclined!

[@joeperedo4708]

I bought the 2020 Escape SE and I am surprised that they took out some things for the 2021 like the rear center arm rest, rear AC vents and power driver seats. Glad I got the 2020 version. Thanks Steve for your vids.

[@richardk6291]

I believe those features are available in an optional package.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Joe, glad you're enjoying them! There were a surprising number of changes between 2020 and 2021 models - I think it has to do with the pandemic and part availability.

[@ceh1927]

Me too!

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@ceh1927 You're in a 2021 Escape SE as well?

[@MusicLuv80]

That is not good. I never heard of a car company taking out features from previous model. I was looking forward to buying this one day.

[@FrenchSmitty]

I ordered my 2021 SE Hybrid AWD on January 26th still patiently waiting. I added the panoramic roof option as well as the CoPilot 360 Assist+ package which also comes with factory navigation. Can’t wait to get it! Thanks for the great review!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Hopefully you'll see it soon! I'm shooting a video on an SE Hybrid late next week so keep an eye out for it

[@murphers1095]

@@CarsWithSteve Looking forward to seeing this!

[@siddharthchilukur5287]

No rear AC vents ?

[@bzeezus]

Great video! I just got an Escape SEL Hybrid. Do you know if there is a way to turn off the external backup sound it makes every time you put the car in reverse? It chimes constantly when it reverse and I can't find a way to turn it off in the menu. Thanks!

[@CarsWithSteve]

That's exciting! I've got a video coming out on the SEL Hybrid in the next few weeks, just editing it now! There's the reverse sensing system which you are able to toggle off. If you go to Settings --> Driver Assistance you can toggle off that reverse sensing beep. However Hybrids across the Ford lineup also have an audible tone that cannot be turned off. They automatically come on at low speeds as a safety measure for people outside the vehicle because it's next to impossible to hear them reversing otherwise. Technically there are aftermarket tunes to turn it off but safety wise it should be left on

[@mitch4527]

My lease on my 2019 Equinox expires in a year do this is one car I’m considering.

[@CarsWithSteve]

The Escape is a good ride.. I'd compare that to the Edge if you're test driving a few different Fords

[@mackenziekeyes7818]

Love your videos im trying to get to a escape 2021 sel its fwd is it good on gas ?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! I've always found the Escape lineup to be good on gas.. if you're on the highway, flip into Eco mode to get the best possible economy

[@ananthkumaran3408]

I need 2022 ford escape se review

[@CarsWithSteve]

Coming soon! But the 2021 vs 2022 aren't very different from one another if that helps

[@TheDipSensationsGuy]

Getting ours next week thanks for the tour!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Congrats, hope you love it!

[@jackcsprat]

Very nice review, I am still trying to decide between the Ford Escape SE and the Toyota Rav4 LE

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Jack! I haven't checked out the Toyota lineup just yet but from what I've seen so far pricing is pretty competitive between them. Are you thinking the hybrid or regular gas engine?

[@jackcsprat]

@@CarsWithSteve Regular gas engine

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@jackcsprat It's a close call - they have similar price points, tech and power. Curious which way you decide to go

[@murphers1095]

Thanks! Another great review! I purchased the 2021 Escape Hybrid Titanium model and it is a great vehicle. I did have one issue from Day one...the B&O sound system has a very bad and noticeable rattle in the subwoofer area...so bad that you can not listen to the system. I am pretty sure that it is being caused by a defective bracket and or not enough insulation and not the subwoofer itself. It is quite noticeable at certain frequencies. I wonder if you could look at one of these at the dealership you use. I hope that enough people that have this issue would get Ford to issue a fix or a TSB for this. At any rate I do enjoy your videos! Keep them coming!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thank you! That's weird about the rattle - have you had your selling dealer take a look at it? It would be covered as part of the warranty! There are a few 2021 Hybrids incoming in a week so I should hopefully have a review on that sometime in April! Will definitely check blast the sound system a bit to see if there's a rattle I can hear

[@murphers1095]

@@CarsWithSteve Hi Steve...thanks for responding to me. Yes, I have had it back to the dealer 3 times so far. The last time they added some rubber washers to the screws holding the speaker to the bracket. It is much better now but I can still hear it on certain songs. After much research I found that others with the 2020 and 2021 Titanium trim have this same problem. It would be very interesting if you could check out the ones that are coming in. If you do a search on fordescape.org you will see quite a few complaints on this. Here is a link to it: www.fordescape.org/threads/b-o-subwoofer-rattling.115253/ Thanks again for all you do! it is greatly appreciated!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Just read through the comments section, thanks for sharing that! I'll let you know how the tests go when I see a Titanium Hybrid on either lot

[@murphers1095]

@@CarsWithSteve That would be awesome!!! Thanks so much!

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@murphers1095 Any time!

[@Beth9228]

I have a 2020 Ford Escape SE in black for almost 7 months. I don’t know the engine is in it. When I first test drove it. It was so advanced in it. My favorite thing in it is Apple Car Play in it.

[@CarsWithSteve]

The SE would have the 1.5L EcoBoost. Glad you like CarPlay in your right!

[@manuelnavarro2240]

Please do not forget to mention also the price for Canada thanks,,,

[@CarsWithSteve]

Check in the description :P I have started adding in pricing at the beginning of my videos as well!

[@psyfusion]

Thoroughly enjoyed the tour, I was confused by the blocking certain channels part, I didn’t know Sirius XM had anything other than Howard Stern nice

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! Haha I know so many people with Sirius just for Howard Stern as well

[@psyfusion]

@@CarsWithSteve cargo covers for the 2021 SE that drives itself practically but no seat heaters😂also how’s that cargo cover not a thing? I have two round peg things and these two weird clips by glass but no cover. Is this an aftermarket part?

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@psyfusion Heated seats are there for the 1st row.. Cargo cover is available directly from the factory or as an aftermarket part. It's part number CJ5Z-7845440-AA at any Ford dealer for the 2021 Escape model

[@bereshitbaraelohim9471]

So not all of these ford escape have a code to plug in the car?

[@CarsWithSteve]

That's right - it's available as an option in lower trims. You could add in an aftermarket one but it won't be built in nicely to the door panel the same way as it is here

[@WanderingAroundAZ]

Love my 2021 Escape Titanium hybrid FWD.

[@CarsWithSteve]

That's great! I have the Escape Titanium Hybrid video going live on Thursday

[@mackenziekeyes7818]

I have a TCL 10 se phone can I still use the Android auto app in the car I will be getting one soon

[@CarsWithSteve]

You should be able to use the phone, just make sure that you have a USB cable that supports data transfer

[@mackenziekeyes7818]

I'm sorry I thought the name of my phone mistake it's a Samsung Galaxy A03s can I still use Android Auto app

[@CarsWithSteve]

The A3 is on the compatible list so you should be able to use it ok

[@MusicLuv80]

I test drove one about a month ago and I remember SE having automatic seat adjuster? Maybe I am wrong.

[@CarsWithSteve]

There were some things that changed from the 2020 to the 2021 model - I think it had to do with part availability because of the pandemic

[@MusicLuv80]

@@CarsWithSteve thanks for your update.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@MusicLuv80 Anytime!

[@davidweimer8880]

They took the power drivers seat off the SE package for 2021 - moved to SEL and Titanium. Ford though they were giving a little too much away apparently on the SE.

[@siddharthchilukur5287]

Anyone here can tell ne how to get parking sensors for my 2021 se..if i get aftermarket will it sync to my screen like the higher trims or it will be a separate placement?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Any Ford dealer should be able to install those for you! They'll be able to program it all in as necessary

[@michaelpricesmith5700]

Wanted to know what the card slot on console was for?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Just an aesthetic piece!

[@AllenReinecke]

Very detailed. Awesome! Thanks.

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it!

[@hichkok.]

Hello, please tell me, Ford Escape 2020 SE with a key can you do remote engine start? Which combination of buttons should be pressed to activate remote engine start?

[@CarsWithSteve]

If you have the physical key instead of push start there are 2 options for remote start.. First would be using the FordPass app on your phone. Second would be to install an aftermarket starter

[@hichkok.]

I have a 2020 Ford Escape SE. Starting the engine with a button. Keychain with 3 buttons. I understand that I need to retrofit the car with a separate unit with its own separate antenna and with a separate keychain for remote engine start. Please tell me the number of this block specifically for my car.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@hichkok. if you have the remote start icon on your key fob you need to pres the lock button once and then the remote start button twice. If you have the physical key ignition without push start there's no way to remote start from the key fob

[@hichkok.]

I have a Ford Escape 2020, the key a is exactly the same as in your video, there is a remote start item in the settings menu.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@hichkok. But nothing on the key fob. So the only option is to remote start through FordPass on your phone or install an aftermarket starter with a secondary dongle

[@hawbir]

Thanks for this video full of details. I bought an Escape 2021 se FWD since october 2022 and it's really cool (Iam from Kurdistan)

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome! Glad the video helped you on the other side of the world

[@terryterrill657]

Very happy with my 2020 Ford escape has 50,000 mi on it

[@CarsWithSteve]

Great to hear from an existing owner! Curious, have you run into any issues since you've owned yours?

[@harmoniboy]

Is there a trunk release button?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Not when it's a manual liftgate... The power or hands free options would have a button just by the headlamp control to the left of the steering wheel

[@Bobherry]

Awesome review. Subbed.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks so much!!

[@maxhunt5853]

How do I move the foot pedal it's way too high

[@CarsWithSteve]

Unfortunately no way to do it unless you replace the whole assembly. You might be able to find a shop willing to do it aftermarket

[@Builtbyhisbeauty]

Thank You

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome!

[@darrell293]

Why would they take a spare tire and Jack out of the 2021 SE? And give you a tire pump oh, duh, I don't think I'll be getting another Ford.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Hoping you saw the 04:45 mark in the video where I show the trunk and how it does have a mini spare tire... In Canada the mini spare is still standard on all Escape trim levels and in the US it is an option for $110 if you do a factory order

[@MusicLuv80]

I finally got this SUV. Everything is great except for the seat. It has literally no butt support where when you seat it just sinks in and hurts my back a lot. I can only drive for 30 minutes. Thinking about buying a whole new car seat.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Oh that's interesting.. Not sure if you've injured your back before but either way I'd suggest looking at an aftermarket cushion to make things a bit more comfortable

[@MusicLuv80]

@@CarsWithSteve I have no prior injuries and when I drive my wife's car my back is totally fine. But having said that it is good for any kind of seats to have good butt support. Otherwise, this car is great!

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@MusicLuv80 So dd.. well glad that you're enjoying it otherwise. Hope you get the seat figured out

[@musichomeoffice]

It is a very good truck in mechanical matters so far, BUT it is poorly finished with origin from the USA, the plastics are hard in most of the doors and dashboard, the imitation wood inside is of very poor quality, the draws of doors and bodywork are bad, on the dashboard near the front glass you can see the exposed metal bodywork, when you accelerate fully you smell or gas from the combustion if the air is on, the air recirculation cannot be controlled despite have the warning light on and it is turned off by the system at will, the Subwoofer in the top-of-the-range titanium version when you play high volume or songs with bass, the trunk sounds like everything is loose, the mudguards or wheel covers are not even made of a mat they are plastic, the mirrors do not have direction lights nor are they retractable (apparently they ran out of these due to the pandemic and only some models have this). If it is leather, the upholstery is not straight and sometimes it is usually torn. it has no engine cover to help with the dirt that falls on it.

[@kf763]

I like Ford but this SUV lacks a lot for the price when compared to other SUV out there.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Curious, what other vehicles are on your radar?

[@WanderingAroundAZ]

such as...?

[@mirandaashley5972]

I really wanna know what other suvs you’re comparing I’m looking to buy the Ford Escape

[@robertspeicher5047]

Lol...Gonna be an autioneer one day?

[@CarsWithSteve]

On the playground kids used to play with GI Joe, pogs and devil sticks.. I'd be walking around with my gavel 😂

[@toolman272]

This guy needs to go to decaf . Mr. Machine gun mouth. Geezus….

[@CarsWithSteve]

We do things a bit quicker up in Canada. Plus I don’t like coffee 😬