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Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Trim Levels

If you like variety in your trims, the Mitsubishi gives you six trims to consider: S, ES, LE, BE, SE, and GT. 

On the other hand, less variety can be found in the Ford. Four trims make up this team: S, SE, SEL, and Titanium.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Trim Levels
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Exterior

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Exterior

For tight Bay Area streets, a smaller car comes with big assets. Smaller exterior dimensions translate to finding more ample space for your car. The Mitsubishi reaches 171.9 inches in length and is 71.3 inches wide. The Outlander Sport stands at a total of 64.8 inches.

The Ford takes up much more real estate. It extends to 180.5 inches in length and measures 78.7 inches in width. The Escape is a little taller, too, at 66.1 inches. While this may not seem like a big difference, it may be more difficult to slide into a parking space on the street or parking lot due to its larger size.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Interior

A lot of similarities figure into the interior features you’ll find in either SUV. One difference sneaks up on you in the entry-level trims. While the Mitsubishi provides standard automatic climate control, you won’t get that in the Ford. It offers single zone manual climate control.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Interior
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Technology

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Technology

Both vehicles offer the option for an 8-inch center screen. The Mitsubishi supplies an available 8-inch Smartphone Link Display Audio system, while the Ford sets you up with an optional 8-inch SYNC® 3 touchscreen.

With these systems, your smartphone can be integrated for viewing and choosing what apps to use. You’ll have available Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ in both the Mitsubishi and the Ford.

If you want to hook up any extra devices, the Mitsubishi provides available dual USB ports in the front row. The Ford also has two USB ports in the front.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Safety

Most cars stack up the safety systems, but what about the safety gadgets? In the Mitsubishi, you’ll see standard front rain-sensing wipers, heated power side mirrors, and available LED fog lights. You’ll even get the convenient auto-dimming rearview mirror as a standard feature.

Unfortunately, no comparable item comes standard in the Ford. The rain-sensing windshield wipers, LED fog lamps, and auto-dimming rearview mirror only come in one trim.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Performance

Two engines can be chosen for both the Mitsubishi and Ford, but the available drivetrains differ. The Mitsubishi starts with 2-Wheel Drive (2WD) and offers available All-Wheel Control (AWC). It also uses a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) for graceful shifting.

With the Ford, you get standard front-wheel drive and can opt for Intelligent AWD. You will have standard 8-speed automatic transmission to help power your ride.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Ford Escape Performance
Which Car Do You Want? 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs 2021 Ford Escape

Which Car Do You Want? 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs 2021 Ford Escape

If you’re still unsure about which vehicle between the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the 2021 Ford Escape, get a firsthand experience at San Jose Mitsubishi. We’re happy to show this great SUV to San Jose, San Francisco, and Oakland drivers during a test drive.