What is FordPass?
The 2017 Ford Escape is due in dealerships soon and it will feature available SYNC Connect technology that gives FordPass members remote access to their vehicle from mobile device. SYNC Connect enables drivers to use the new FordPass to lock, unlock and locate their Escape, as well as schedule remote starts and check fuel level. SYNC Connect will be included on the technology package on Escape SE and is standard on the Escape Titanium. SYNC Connect will be provided to customers at no cost for five years and will debut on the 2017 Escape, followed by the 2017 Fusion and then migrate to the rest of the Ford lineup.
2017 Ford Escape Driver-Assist Technologies
The new Escape is full of new technologies and features including available driver-assist technologies that enhance safety and convenience. Including:
Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning with Brake Support: Sensors detect when Escape is approaching a slow-moving vehicle and automatically applies the brakes-slowing the vehicle as needed.
Enhanced Active Park Assist: The system provides steering assistance to park the vehicle in a parallel or perpendicular parking spot and to pull out from tight parallel parking spots with the driver controlling brake, accelerator and shifter. The technology includes side park distance control as well.
Lane-Keeping System: The system includes lane-keeping alert to alert drivers when they unintentionally drift from their lane, and lane-keeping aid provides steering assistance to guide the vehicle back into its lane.
Driver Alert System: Using data from lane-keeping system, driver alert can detect signs of fatigued driving and provide a warning on the instrument cluster, as well as a steering wheel vibration.
Read More: Escape to be the First 2017 Ford Vehicle With CarPlay and Android Auto
2017 Ford Escape Engine Options and Performance
New features include changes to the engine and performance department with standard auto start-stop with two new EcoBoost engines. The new 1.5-liter EcoBoost with Auto Start-Stop is standard on the Escape SE and Escape Titanium. Auto start-stop works by shutting off the engine during common stops, so that vehicle burns no gas and emits zero tailpipe emissions. The engine restarts automatically-in less than half a second- when the driver releases the brake pedal.
The 2017 Ford Escape will sure be something that you cannot miss, so stay tuned for when the 2017 Escape arrives at our Heritage Ford dealership. Check out our posts on other 2017 Ford models making their appearances very soon. Any questions on the 2017 Ford Escape? Give us a call!