The 3rd generation Ford Escape (code name C520, sold as the Ford Kuga II in Europe) marks a stylistic and technical break from its predecessors, adopting the global C1 platform (shared with the Focus). ⚠️ CLARIFICATION ON THE HYBRID: Although targeted by this search, the Gen 3 Ford Escape (2013-2019) was NOT produced in ANY hybrid version. Ford made the strategic choice at the time to reserve its hybrid powertrains for the Ford C-Max. The hybrid only made its return to the Escape with the 4th generation (2020+). This sheet therefore focuses on the internal combustion engines (EcoBoost, Duratec, TDCi) actually available on the Gen 3, while including context data on the Gen 4 hybrid. The model received a facelift in late 2016 (2017 model year) introducing the SYNC 3 system and the 1.5L EcoBo
The 3rd generation Ford Escape (2013-2019) is an SUV with pleasant road handling, but whose reliability is undermined by disastrous mechanical choices in the core lineup. If you were looking for a hybrid, walk away: it does not exist on this generation. If you buy an internal combustion model: Absolutely avoid the 1.5L and 1.6L EcoBoost engines, which are veritable ticking time bombs (coolant intrusion, engine failures, fires). The only recommendable purchase is the 2.5L Duratec version (often found in the base S trim in North America) which is indestructible, or the 2.0L EcoBoost (thirstier but solid). In Europe, the 2.0 TDCi remains a rational diesel choice. Imperatively verify that all recalls (transmission, doors) have been performed.