2021 Hyundai Santa Fe vs Ford Escape
Trying to find an SUV that has the flexibility and utility that you're looking for? We know that there are a lot of options on the market today, which makes everything that much more difficult to figure out. That's why we are taking it upon ourselves to help narrow down the options that are out there. We are therefore taking a closer look at the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe and the 2021 Ford Escape. The Santa Fe stands out with its new powerful engine lineup, including a hybrid and plug-in hybrid model. You'll also find new styling, an updated interior, and a new Calligraphy trim level. The Ford Escape does its best to keep up with additional features throughout the lineup, new exterior color options, fairly generic styling, and no model that is truly that sporty. That's why we want to keep learning more about these vehicles! Read down below to see which one you should drive home in.
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Power & Handling
One of the best aspects of the Santa Fe is the fact that you will be able to choose between three different engines. The transmissions throughout vary, with the base engine getting an eight-speed automatic transmission. This engine is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder, which offers 191 horsepower and 182 pound-feet of torque. You might also consider a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder, which can output 277 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. The final engine is a turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder that is paired with an electric motor to get up to 178 horsepower. No matter what, you're in good hands with the Santa Fe.
2021 Ford Escape Power & Handling
To start it off with the Escape, you'll find a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-3. This engine can produce around 181 horsepower and 190 pound-feet of torque. Another engine you can choose from is a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, which outputs 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. The last engine is a 2.5-liter inline-4, which is connected to an 88-kW electric motor to get you 200 horsepower.
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Features & Design
Now that you've learned more about power, it's time to figure out what you'll be getting when it comes to the trim lineup. Some of the standard features here include an eight-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, adaptive cruise control, and 18-inch wheels. The rest of the lineup will get you features like push-button start, BlueLink, rear cross-traffic assist, power-folding side mirrors, Nappa leather, a color head-up display, heated and cooled front seats, and power-folding side mirrors.
2021 Ford Escape Features & Design
To attempt to keep up with the Santa Fe, the Escape has its own lineup of trims and features. Some of the standard ones include a cloth interior, second-row sliding seats, Ford Co-Pilot360 safety suite, selectable drive modes, and second-row sliding seats. The rest of the lineup includes heated front seats, an 8-inch touchscreen, a heated/leather steering wheel, remote start, dual-zone climate control, ambient lighting, and a Bang & Olufsen sound system.
Conclusion:
We know that this has been a close competition, but we also know that the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe comes out on top. Whether it's power you're looking for, or a comfortable interior, you can truly get it all when you choose the Santa Fe. Stop into Interstate Hyundai today and allow our sales professionals to help you out!
