2026 Ford Escape

Small SUVs

Average Safest

Safety Overview

IIHS Award
None
Driver Death Rate (Class Estimate)
~42
deaths per million registered vehicle years
111% of national average

Crash Test Performance

Small Overlap Front Good
Moderate Overlap Front: Updated Test Good
Side: Updated Test Marginal
Headlights Acceptable
Seat Belt Reminders Good
Latch Ease Of Use Good
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🌍 International Crash Test Results

Sold as Ford Kuga in Europe. Same platform and body structure as the US Escape.

πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί Euro NCAP (2019)
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Adult: 92% Β· Child: 86% Β· Pedestrian: 82% Β· Safety Assist: 82%
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International test results are for the same-generation model sold in their respective markets. Body structures are typically identical across regions; differences are mainly in standard safety features and test protocols. Learn more about vehicle safety β†’