2024 Ford Escape vs. 2025 Mazda CX-30 Review

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2024 Ford
Escape

MSRP*: $28,000 to $39,610
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-30

2025 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,950
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MPG - City 26 - 42 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 45.2 ft3
Engine
  • 163-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 192 hp 191 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 180.5 - 181.2 in 173.0 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the Mazda CX-30. The Ford Escape will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-30.

Convenience
The Ford Escape requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-30, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Escape is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-30.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape is much wider than the Mazda CX-30, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Escape, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-30.

Handling
The Ford Escape has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-30, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Ford Escape has a little less horsepower than the Mazda CX-30.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Escape transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mazda CX-30.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Mazda CX-30. With the Ford Escape, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-30.