Ford Escape & Mustang Mach-E: Alternatives to Compact Cars With Way More Space & Power

NJ driving demands a special kind of vehicle. It’s nice to have enough space for that “quick” Costco run that turns into something more. It’s great to have a high driving position so you can see over the chaos of NJ traffic. And all-wheel drive is clutch when winter sneaks up on us (again). That’s why the Ford Escape and Ford Mustang Mach-E make great alternatives to the compact cars recently featured by Nielsen Editorial. These smaller SUVs give you compact car-like efficiency — while packing a bigger punch. They let you handle with confidence anything New Jersey throws your way, from jughandles to potholes to that last-minute Poconos road trip.
The Ford Escape is built for NJ drivers who want great gas mileage without feeling like they’re squeezing into a shoebox. With multiple powertrain options, including a hybrid that gets up to 40 MPG combined, the Escape lets you spend less time at the pump and more time dodging traffic on the Turnpike. Its compact size makes city parking a breeze, while the spacious interior and flexible cargo area make everything from carpooling to Target runs way easier than a sedan.
For drivers ready to go fully electric, the Mustang Mach-E brings EV efficiency with Mustang-inspired performance — because who says going green can’t be fun? With up to 312 miles of range, you can handle your daily commute, Shore weekends, and detours around random road closures without ever stopping for gas. And thanks to instant torque and available eAWD, the Mach-E makes highway merges, rainy-day drives, and surprise snowstorms feel effortless — which is more than we can say for most NJ drivers in bad weather.
Whether you’re looking for a fuel-efficient hybrid or an all-electric thrill ride, the Ford Escape and Mustang Mach-E give you the size, efficiency, and tech to upgrade your drive — without sacrificing agility. Visit our NJ Ford dealership to test drive both and see which one fits your NJ lifestyle best.
Read the full Nielsen article: Best-Selling Compact Cars in NJ
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