A Compelling Comparison: 2024 Ford Bronco and 2024 Ford Escape

Today, we compare the benefits of owning your very own 2024 Ford Escape or 2024 Ford Bronco. These two SUVs are great vehicles, but which is right for you? Here at Dick Smith Ford, we are going to uncover the amazing features of each and determine which will suit your specific needs and lifestyle. 

Pricing, Packages, and All Those Desired Features

There is so much to talk about when it comes to the Ford Bronco. This SUV is known to be a crowd favorite with its adventurous spirit and rugged appearance. The Base Model is around $33,000, which is a little more than the Ford Escape at $31,000. If you are looking a vehicle you can supe up, the Bronco has many additional features available with the Outer Banks Package and the Badlands Package. With these packages, you will receive a more powerful engine, all-terrain tires, 18-inch wheels, a black roof, power front seats, front tow hooks, and even a front view camera that enhances each drive. 

The Ford Escape Base Model has a front wheel drive system, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®, cloth seats, 17-inch alloy wheels, a power driver seat, and a power tailgate that is perfect for those times when you have your hands full. If you want that all-wheel drive system, the Active Lands is a great option. It includes the all-wheel drive system, adaptive cruise control, a 13.2-inch touch screen display, and an updated audio system that enhances the sound of all your favorite audios and tunes. 

Experience the Best Performance

The Bronco Sport has an 181 hp turbocharged 1.5 liter 3-cylinder engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. If you are looking for a more robust engine option, try the Badlands Package, which has a 245 horsepower turbocharged 2.0 liter 4-cylinder engine, and an 8-speed automatic transmission. Bronco is made to dominate all types of terrain with features like advanced 4×4 systems, G.O.A.T. (Go Over Any Terrain) modes, and Terrain Management System. Choose the turbo 3-cylinder engine, and you will get 25 city/28 hwy/26 combined, and with turbo 4-cylinder you will receive 21 city/26 hwy/23 combined.

The Escape focuses more on everyday drives, whether it is a trip to the office or to the grocery store. You can choose from the available engine options: a 1.5-liter EcoBoost, a 2.0-liter EcoBoost, and hybrid options as well. With any of our models, you will be able to make fewer stops at the gas station when driving the Escape. See below for a breakdown in gas mileage depending on which model you decide to choose. 

• Front Wheel Drive 27 city/34 hwy/30 combined

• All Wheel Drive 26 city/32 hwy/28 combined 

• Turbo 4-cylinder 23 city/31 hwy/26 combined

• Hybrid 42 city/39 hwy/36 combined 

If you decide not to use any of that battery, you will get about 40 MPG combined, turn on your electric juice, and drive at least 37 miles pure electric. Ford recognizes the need for a more sustainable environment and is moving forward with the electric movement by creating more hybrid and electric options. 

With You in Mind

Ford knows the importance of keeping you and your loved ones safe and makes sure to put top-notch safety features in every vehicle design. Both vehicles passed the IIHS Safety Test with flying colors and received five stars on the NHTSA Safety Test. They both host a variety of safety systems that give our drivers peace of mind. Check out the 2024 Ford Escape Features in comparison to the 2024 Ford Bronco; 

Ford Escape

• Emergency automatic braking
• Lane Keep Assist
• Blind Spot Detection Monitoring
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Rear Cross Trafficking Breaking
• Pedestrian Detection

Ford Bronco

• Trail Control
• Front Stabilizer (for ultimate terrain articulation)
• Emergency automatic braking
• Lane Keep Assist
• Blind Spot Detection Monitoring
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Rear Cross Trafficking Breaking
• Pedestrian Detection

Which is Best? We’ll Let You Decide

Are you looking for more adventure? Are you looking for that perfect family vehicle? In some ways, you will get a little of both with each, slightly more of that outdoorsy feel with the Bronco and a little more family-friendly feel with the Escape. It’s up to you to decide which suits your lifestyle and needs better. 

Come on down to Dick Smith Ford of Columbia, where our friendly staff is prepared to help you. If the Escape or Bronco did not have what you were looking for, be sure to ask about our inventory. Here at Dick Smith Ford have many different types of vehicles and are sure we can find the perfect one for you. Contact us today to schedule a test drive!