2023 Ford Escape Vs. 2023 Nissan Rogue in Thomasville, GA

2023 Ford Escape Vs. 2023 Nissan Rogue in Thomasville, GA

2023 Escape Vs. 2023 Rogue in Thomasville, GA

Finding the right or best compact crossover for your requirements can be daunting. The segment is jam-packed with options from different manufacturers. Compact crossovers are popular, not just in the U.S. but all over the world. This is because of their blend of family-friendly practicality, high-set driving position, and compact road footprint. Two popular options are the 2023 Ford Escape and the 2023 Nissan Rogue.

The 2023 Escape is based on the fourth generation of the nameplate and debuted in 2020. For 2023, it receives a facelift that sees revised exterior styling, plus some major updates on its infotainment system. The 2023 Rogue is based on the third generation, which also debuted in 2020. It continues largely unchanged for the 2023 model year.

Let's compare the 2023 Escape and 2023 Rogue in terms of performance, safety, and interior features to see which one is the best compact crossover. Then call Thomasville Ford in Thomasville, GA, if you have any questions about the 2023 Escape.

Interior Comparison

As compact crossovers, the 2023 Escape and 2023 Rogue offer seating for five adults, coupled with 34 cubic feet of cargo space in the 2023 Escape. While the 2023 Rogue offers 37 cubic feet, you sacrifice some passenger space since its passenger cabin volume is only 101 cubic feet. The 2023 Escape offers 103 cubic feet. Both vehicles have automatic climate control, and dual-zone is offered on higher trim levels.

Regarding infotainment, the 2023 Escape and 2023 Rogue come with 8-inch touchscreens on their lower trim levels. But the largest screen available on the 2023 Escape is a nice 13.2-inch unit. The 2023 Rogue can only offer a 9.0-inch screen at its largest. Furthermore, all 2023 Escapes come with an 8-inch digital instrument cluster as standard, plus an optional upgrade to a 12.3-inch unit. The 2023 Rogue can have a 12.3-inch unit as an option. Otherwise, you're sticking with old-school analog gauges. Both cars have Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ as standard across the range.

We must also point out that the 2023 Escape comes with Ford's much-lauded Sync 4 infotainment interface. It offers seamless over-the-air updates for better functionality. A 10-speaker B&O sound system and heads-up display are also on the options list.

2023 Ford Escape

Center Console Steering Column Cargo Space

2023 Nissan Rogue

Center Console Steering Column Cargo Space

Performance Comparison

The 2023 Escape offers a range of powertrains to suit your needs. The base engine is a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder with 181 horsepower. It drives the front wheels via an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Those desiring more power can step up to a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 250 horsepower that comes with the same gearbox and adds a standard all-wheel-drive system to the mix. This enables the 2023 Escape to reach 60 from rest in 5.7 seconds.

Meanwhile, there are also two 2023 Escape Hybrid variants, both of which pair a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors. The regular hybrid offers 200 horsepower, while the plug-in hybrid delivers 210 horsepower. A CVT automatic transmission is the standard offering on hybrid variants.

The 2023 Rogue sees a downsized 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder that makes 201 horsepower and sends it to the front wheels via a CVT gearbox. An all-wheel-drive system is an option for those who desire it. There’s no hybrid variant on offer.

Safety Features Comparison

The standard safety feature set for the 2023 Escape and 2023 Rogue includes blind spot monitoring, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and eight airbags. The 2023 Escape also offers standard lane departure warning and lane-keeping assist. Adaptive cruise control is optional on both models.

Find the 2023 Escape in Thomasville, GA

There's no valid reason we shouldn't name the 2023 Escape as the best compact crossover available. It's got more power, cabin amenities, and safety features than the 2023 Rogue. It is truly an impressive option. So, why not swing by our showroom in Thomasville, GA, and take a test drive in a 2023 Escape?