Ford Escape Ford Escape 2012 Dodge Charger Dodge Charger 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Escape vs. Dodge Charger Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Ford Escape vs. Dodge Charger Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,630

Dodge Charger SXT   
Difference: $5,050

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,249

Dodge Charger SXT   
Difference: $3,622

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelEscapeChargerChargerChargerCharger
TrimHybrid LimitedSXTR/TR/T Road and TrackSRT8
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,080 $28,595 $29,995 $33,995 $45,925
Base Invoice $30,687 $27,437 $28,725 $32,285 $44,281
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,395        
Engine-block heater 35 50 50 50 50
Remote start 345        
Navigation Group   995 995 995  
Sunroof   995 995 995 995
Plus Package     2,000    
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,036        
Engine-block heater 30 45 45 45 45
Remote start 293        
Navigation Group   886 886 886  
Sunroof   886 886 886 886
Plus Package     1,780    
Options (change) 2,775 2,040 4,040 2,040 1,045
Options (change) 2,359 1,817 3,597 1,817 931
Destination 825 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 1,000
Total Price $36,680 $31,630 $35,030 $37,030 $48,965
Total Invoice $33,871 $30,249 $33,317 $35,097 $47,207

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Escape dealer quotes or Dodge Charger dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Dodge Charger

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Charger SXT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,770
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,440
Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelEscapeChargerChargerChargerCharger
TrimHybrid LimitedSXTR/TR/T Road and TrackSRT8
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine153hp I4 H292hp V6370hp V8370hp V8470hp V8
TransmissionCVTA8T5T5T5
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 7276, 6276, 6276, 6900, 19
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16215/65-17235/55-18245/45-20245/45-20
Total Price$36,680$31,630$35,030$37,030$48,965
Adjustments for Features-1,2800-2,425-3,550-4,490
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,400$31,630$32,605$33,480$44,475
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$975$1,850$12,845
Total Invoice$33,871$30,249$33,317$35,097$47,207
Adjustments for Features-1,1820-2,306-3,365-4,329
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,689$30,249$31,011$31,732$42,878
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$762$1,483$12,629

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Dodge Charger

Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelEscapeChargerChargerChargerCharger
TrimHybrid LimitedSXTR/TR/T Road and TrackSRT8
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
CVT$1000    
8-speed automatic $1200   
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000$1000$1000
FWD$0    
RWD $0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100    
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row  $75$75$75
Heated steering wheel    $100
Keyless entry keypad$50    
Power-adjustable pedals   $125$125
Proximity key $250$250$250$250
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15$15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power   $350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150$150$150
911 assist$25    
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0$0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75
Obstacle detection, rear$250    
Rollover sensor$50    
Safety key$5    
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150$150 
Vehicle health reports$0    
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75    
Cargo mat    $40
Cargo net $40$40$40$40
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150    
Roof rack$300    
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0$0$0$0
Rear air vents $100$100$100$100
Rear wiper$175    
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential    $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150    
Raised top speed limiter   $0$0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275    
Laminated front side windows $200$200$200$200
Rear bumper protector$40    
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player$0    
Media drive$15    
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25    
Satellite radio$200    
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250$250
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25
Surround sound    $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75$75
Compass$0    
Interior ambient lighting$150 $150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25    
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25
Performance meter    $150
Spotter mirror(s)$50    
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300$300
Heated second row seats  $200$200$200
Leather seating surfaces$900 $900$900$900
Memory system, driver seat   $200$200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150$150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100$100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces   $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500
Alloy wheels$350$350   
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $600$600 
Performance steering system (optional)    $0
Polished alloy wheels    $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,660$3,380$5,805$6,930$7,870
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,280$0$2,425$3,550$4,490
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,1820-2,306-3,365-4,329

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Dodge Charger

Model Year20122012
ModelEscapeCharger
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in120.2 in
Length174.7 in199.9 in
Width71.1 in75.0 in
Height67.7 in58.4 in
Curb Weight3,255 lb.3,962 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.19.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in59.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in56.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in36.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in40.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.2 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.3 ft315.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid Limited

Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System
FeatureValueRequested?
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Media drive, large15No
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested67563%
Total Not Requested39037%

Option Package Details
Dodge Charger SXT

Navigation Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested925100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Dodge Charger R/T

Navigation Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested925100%
Total Not Requested00%
Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Alarm100No
Heated / cooled cup holders75No
235/55VR18 tires400No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Chrome-clad alloy wheels250No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested105040%
Total Not Requested157560%

Option Package Details
Dodge Charger R/T Road and Track

Navigation Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested925100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.