Radar Detector Escort MAX 360c MKII
Escort MAX 360c MKII — Advanced Radar Detection for Tesla and Modern Vehicles
The Escort MAX 360c MKII represents the newest generation of Escort’s high-performance radar detectors, engineered for drivers who expect reliable alerts, real-time connectivity, and a refined driving experience. With a re-engineered internal platform, upgraded processing power, and improved wireless capabilities, the MAX 360c MKII significantly enhances detection speed, filtering precision, and overall usability. For owners of the Tesla Model 3, Model Y, Model S, Model X, and Cybertruck, it delivers a seamless integration with modern connected vehicles.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
Included with your ESCORT MAX 360c MKII bundle is a premium travel case, MAX 360c MKII, SmartCord USB power cord with mute, and EZ MAG Mount.
Built for a Smarter, More Informed Drive
Escort redesigned the MAX 360c MKII from the inside out. Its enhanced dual-antenna architecture works in tandem with a next-generation DSP processor, enabling faster reaction times and substantially increased sensitivity. Whether travelling on a straight highway or navigating dense urban traffic, drivers benefit from earlier warnings and a deeper level of situational awareness. The result is a detector that feels more responsive, more intelligent, and more in tune with real-world driving conditions.
A Much Quieter Ride Through Smarter Filtering
One of the MKII’s standout improvements is the dramatic reduction in unnecessary alerts. Thanks to upgraded filtering algorithms and a more powerful signal processor, the system analyzes incoming radar signatures with greater accuracy, allowing it to differentiate between genuine threats and everyday automotive sensors or environmental signals.
This refinement leads to a noticeably quieter experience:
- Clearer, more relevant warnings
- Far fewer interruptions from vehicle safety systems or automatic doors
- A more relaxed, more focused drive
Drivers who use radar detectors daily will immediately feel the benefit of its reduced noise and enhanced precision.
Simple Operation for All Experience Levels
Even with its advanced internals, the MAX 360c MKII remains easy and intuitive to use. Setup requires only attaching the mount, connecting power, and choosing preferred settings. The menu structure is clean and straightforward, allowing new users to get comfortable quickly while offering enough customization for enthusiasts who prefer fine-tuned control.
Live Connectivity for Real-Time Awareness
With built-in dual-band Wi-Fi, the MAX 360c MKII can remain connected at all times—either through a vehicle hotspot or home network. This connectivity enables several powerful functions:
- Real-time alerts from the Drive Smarter® community
- Shared reports from other connected detectors nationwide
- Automatic over-the-air firmware and database updates
- No need for constant reliance on a smartphone
The detector becomes part of a larger information network, helping drivers stay ahead of changing road conditions and enforcement patterns.
Key Performance Enhancements
The MAX 360c MKII advances the proven legacy of the original 360c with significant upgrades across all core performance areas.
• Extended Detection Range
The new M13 dual-antenna platform boosts sensitivity and extends detection range by up to 50%. Drivers receive earlier warnings, especially in long-distance scenarios where advance notice is most essential.
• Ultra-Fast Signal Processing
The integrated Blackfin® DSP chip evaluates radar signals instantly. This speed allows the detector to deliver near-real-time warnings, giving drivers the critical seconds needed to respond confidently and safely.
• Outstanding False Alert Suppression
Upgraded processing and improved logic significantly reduce interruptions from:
- Collision avoidance systems
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Traffic flow sensors
- Low-risk radar sources
This improvement yields one of the quietest, least intrusive radar detection experiences available.
• AutoLearn™ Route Intelligence
Using GPS data, the system learns a driver's regular routes and automatically recognizes locations with repeated non-threat signals. Over time, the detector becomes more customized to each driver’s environment, minimizing unnecessary warnings and refining accuracy.
• True 360° Directional Awareness
Directional indicators display where radar signals originate, whether front, rear, or either side. This allows the driver to immediately understand the direction of a potential threat and react more strategically.
• Connected Car Compatibility
Dual-band Wi-Fi ensures smooth integration with connected vehicles, including all major Tesla models. This makes over-the-air updates and cloud connectivity more reliable and easier to maintain.
• Expandable Protection System
For drivers who want a complete, integrated alert ecosystem, the MAX 360c MKII can be paired with:
- The M2 smart dash camera
- Escort laser shifters
Together, they form a comprehensive radar, laser, and video safety suite.
• Continuously Updated Defender Database
The device can access a regularly refreshed database containing known red-light cameras, speed cameras, and other fixed enforcement points. This database helps drivers anticipate predictable enforcement zones during daily commutes and long-distance trips.
• Speed-Adaptive Sensitivity
The system automatically adjusts detection sensitivity based on vehicle speed. At lower speeds it reduces alert density for a quieter city experience, while at higher speeds it increases sensitivity to provide maximum warning distance on highways.
• Convenient Settings Management
Through the Drive Smarter® app or compatible devices, users can configure alerts, refine sensitivity, adjust display settings, or update firmware. This gives drivers full control over how the detector behaves in different environments.
The Escort MAX 360c MKII is not merely a refreshed model—it is a comprehensive reinvention of one of the industry’s most respected radar detectors. With a stronger detection platform, dramatically faster processing, upgraded filtering performance, and enhanced connectivity, it gives Tesla and modern-vehicle drivers a more informed, more confident, and more peaceful driving experience.
Whether for everyday commuting or long-distance travel, the MAX 360c MKII offers exceptional awareness and reliability, making it an outstanding choice for drivers who expect the highest level of performance.
Technical Specifications Item
OPERATING BANDS
X-band 10.525 GHz ± 25 MHz
K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz
Ka-band 34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz
Laser 904nm, 33 MHz Bandwidth
RADAR RECEIVER/DETECTOR TYPE
Superheterodyne, Varactor-Tuned VCO
Scanning Frequency Discriminator
Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
LASER DETECTION
Quantum Limited Video Receiver
SENSITIVITY CONTROL
Highway, Auto, Auto No X, Auto Lo K
DISPLAY TYPE
Graphic Multi-Color OLED
Bar Graph
ExpertMeter
SpecDisplay
5 Levels of Brightness with Full Dark Mode
POWER REQUIREMENTS
12VDC, Negative Ground
Escort SmartCord USB Included
SIZE
1.38” H x 3.25” W x 5.15” L
USER PREFERENCES
User Mode: Advanced / Novice
Pilot: Scanning Bar / Full Word
Arrow Mode: Single / Multiple / Band
Display Color: Blue/Green/Red/Amber
Speed Display: On / Off
Cruise Alert: Off / 20 – 160 mph
Over Speed: Off / 20 – 160 mph
Over Speed Limit: Off / Spd Limit / 5 over / 10 over / 15 over /
20 over
Meter Mode: Standard/Standard FR1/Standard FR2/Spec/Spec
FR1/Spec FR2/Expert FR/Simple
Tones: Standard / Standard+ / Mild
AutoMute: Low / Med / High / Off
AutoLearn: On / Off
Units: English / Metric
Language: English / Spanish
Voice: On / Off
GPS Filter: On / Off
Auto Power: Off / 1-8 Hours
Bands: X/K/KN1-KN4/MTR CD/MTR CT/Ka/KaN1-KaN10/Ka-POP/Laser/TSR
K Notch: On / Off
Shifters:
Receive/Shift/Shift4/Shift6/Shift8/Shift10/Off
Markers: Other/RedLight/RedLight & Speed Cam/Speed Cam/Speed
Trap/Air Patrol
Clear Locations: Marked/Lockouts/Defender/Format
Wi-Fi: On / Off
Bluetooth: On / Off
Auto Update: Off/Database/Firmware/All
Wi-Fi Update: Firmware/Database
Interface: Mode 1/Mode 2
Please note: Works with most vehicles. Some late model vehicles such as newer BMWs may have 12v
outlets with non-standard dimensions, preventing full insertion of the SmartCord plug. Users with such vehicles may consider a Direct Wire kit or third-party solution. For more information, HERE.