2013 CR-V or 2014 Escape?

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Actually looking to downsize from the Silverado as it is not getting the use that I originally bought it for. Not to mention 80 dollar fillups every 3 days.
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So I have the Accord for the majority of my commutes (100 miles per day) but want to add some sort of crossover or hatch to replace the Silverado

I've been looking at the AWD versions as I'd like to have that on snowy commute days. The Escape seems to come with a nice set of options as I'm looking at the SE package. Pricing would be around 25K. The CR-V s th EX-L model with everything except navigation and that would clock in at a tick over 26K

I really like the looks of the Escape however it doesn't look like it is a 150-200k mile vehicle with the 1.6 turbo

Any insight on the pluses or minuses of either one? My mind is saying go with the CR-V


Mpg looks like it is comparable


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Originally Posted By: Blue_Goose


I really like the looks of the Escape however it doesn't look like it is a 150-200k mile vehicle with the 1.6 turbo



Agreed and on a brand new no history design for Ford with the entire vehicle including engine. I don't understand personally why use a turbo engine for similar MPG #'s as a much simpler engine.

If that ownership period interests you Honda uses the tried and true 2.4L with a very reliable in CRV 5 speed automatic.
 
2014 CX-5 or CRV. Escape struggles to hit its EPA rating. Personal choice would be the mazda because of ride/handing and 6 speed auto which is an absolute peach.
 
The Escape is a good car, but the competition caught up (and in many areas, passed it). The CX-5 seems to be the new top-dog, though I think there may be a shortage of them and the prices might be slightly inflated as a result.

The new RAV4 looks nice too. A big step up from the previous one.
 
The previous generation Escape was a tough little truck, essentially. They would go anywhere in any condition. The new escape not so much. I don't like how they turned the escape into a car, but....

The CRVs have the same problem but to a worse degree.

Might look at the Subaru Forrester or Mazda CX-5.
 
Originally Posted By: badtlc
The previous generation Escape was a tough little truck, essentially. They would go anywhere in any condition. The new escape not so much. I don't like how they turned the escape into a car, but....

The CRVs have the same problem but to a worse degree.

Might look at the Subaru Forrester or Mazda CX-5.


As much as I like Fords, I agree.
 
Originally Posted By: rjundi
Originally Posted By: Blue_Goose


I really like the looks of the Escape however it doesn't look like it is a 150-200k mile vehicle with the 1.6 turbo



Agreed and on a brand new no history design for Ford with the entire vehicle including engine. I don't understand personally why use a turbo engine for similar MPG #'s as a much simpler engine.

If that ownership period interests you Honda uses the tried and true 2.4L with a very reliable in CRV 5 speed automatic.


Why would you say that? Honda used a Turbo 4 in the MDX and it held up fine.

The 1.6/2.0 Ecoboosts have been around since 2010 in Europe - Volvos and the C-Max over there so it's not a new design at all. And it's probably going to be very durable, just like the Ecoboost 3.5 has proven to be. I'd have no issues with the engine or powertrain and 150k as everyone designs to 150k without trouble.

Since it's a 2014 Escape, I'd not worry either as the Escape was new for 2013. Most likely all the "bugs" are worked out now. And I'd not even worry about a 2013 either. I took the gamble in 2009 with an all new 2010 Taurus. Yes, there have been a few little items here and there but nothing Earth shattering, all taken care of udner warranty and at 62k it's been solid. When my previous car, a G35 was new to the US there were similar issues with the 2003 cars. Mine was a 2004 and was fine.

So, my vote is for the Escape - I'm sure it will do you fine and last quite a long while. Only issues is I'd think about the 2.0 - from what I've read the 1.6 works hard in that model and gets comparable MPGs to the 2.0 and the 2.0 works a little less. I did drive a 1.6 Fusion and it was a decent powerplant - got up and went when it needed to and was smooth and quiet.
 
CX-5 is sure a fun ride but noisy and notice a mentioned 100 mile commute. No thanks.....

I have done ski trips (4hrs away) and the CRV is much more pleasant one to ride in over cx-5.

That all being said not a Honda fanboy but its really a simply vehicle with old school design tweaked a bit to achieve wonderful MPG. Its wonderful they did not dump a CVT in it yet.
 
Originally Posted By: badtlc
The previous generation Escape was a tough little truck, essentially. They would go anywhere in any condition. The new escape not so much. I don't like how they turned the escape into a car, but....


We all do realize the previous Escape was basically a jacked up Mazda 626, right? Yes they are neat little Crossovers but their underpinnigs are all car, just like the new one.
 
Originally Posted By: rjundi
Originally Posted By: Blue_Goose


I really like the looks of the Escape however it doesn't look like it is a 150-200k mile vehicle with the 1.6 turbo



Agreed and on a brand new no history design for Ford with the entire vehicle including engine.


You're kidding, right? The new escape is based on the well-proven Ford C1 platform which was designed by Ford of Germany and introduced in Europe in 2003.
 
Originally Posted By: RISUPERCREWMAN
Many SUV's have lost their capability when they ditched their frames! Have you seen the new Nissan pathfinder? What a Joke! LOL


Pathfinders are hideous now. They ruined what was once a great SUV that had true off-road capability. Now it's a bloated grocery store boat. Awful.
 
CRV should be an easy winner in this comparison. Even with the 1 year model difference, the resale value will overwhelmingly favor the Honda.
 
I don't know about the new CRV but I can shed some light on my 03 CRV with the 2.4l engine. The starter is under the intake manifold and can't be accessed without removing the intake manifold. The oil filter is at the rear of the engine and can only be removed by going under the vehicle and snaking your hand and filter removal tool between the axle and control arm. The serpentine belt is located within inches from the inner fender well so the alternator, AC compressor and water pump require you to be a magician when you remove them. Finally the PCV valve is buried under the alternator. Whoever designed the placement of these items surely wasn't thinking of ease of maintenance or repair from the consumer's point of view when they made the 03 CRV.
 
Originally Posted By: badtlc
Might look at the Subaru Forrester or Mazda CX-5.


+1 Except I would look at the Outback over the Forester.

I think Subaru has a better AWD system and I prefer NA cars. I'm biased though, I really like Subarus.
 
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Originally Posted By: Blue_Goose
Actually looking to downsize from the Silverado as it is not getting the use that I originally bought it for. Not to mention 80 dollar fillups every 3 days.
smirk.gif


So I have the Accord for the majority of my commutes (100 miles per day) but want to add some sort of crossover or hatch to replace the Silverado

I've been looking at the AWD versions as I'd like to have that on snowy commute days. The Escape seems to come with a nice set of options as I'm looking at the SE package. Pricing would be around 25K. The CR-V s th EX-L model with everything except navigation and that would clock in at a tick over 26K

I really like the looks of the Escape however it doesn't look like it is a 150-200k mile vehicle with the 1.6 turbo

Any insight on the pluses or minuses of either one? My mind is saying go with the CR-V


Mpg looks like it is comparable


Goose
You got your mind,right. Lol. Go with the CRV. You already know how a Honda "feels" and want to keep that familiarity. Turbo is a No No.
 
And it's that blind sheep-ism that keeps Honda in business when there are clearly other manufacturers making better vehicles.

But Honda is perfect in every aspect, never has a single recall, never made a problematic vehicle.

On the other hand, all Fords will fall apart in approximately 20,000 miles and explode into a big ball of flame.

If you're buying a vehicle for resale value, you are looking at the purchase of an automobile in the complete wrong aspect.

CX-5 and Escape are excellent in that segment. I'd prefer a CX-5 as I like the more simple interior and manual trans.
 
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