The Escape is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in 11 trims.
The XLS FWD Manual is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I4 , 171-horsepower engine that achieves 22-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The Limited 4WD V6 is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 240-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
"One of the highlights besides the Escape’s stellar fuel economy is its redesigned interior. The boxy, square-jawed dashboard exudes the interior found in Ford’s full-size trucks..."
Strengths: Workmanship, body integrity, fit & finish, mileage, acceleration, drivetrain, passenger & cargo room, quite, comfort, and value.
Weaknesses: Engines (4 & 6) are a bit noisy on hard acceleration.
Summary: Owned Japanese cars since 1975, most recently an Infiniti Q45t. Wanted a small SUV - tried EX35, RAV4, Rogue and Santa Fe. They all had their pros and cons, but I kept looking. Stopped by the local Ford dealer, even though I had't been impressed with them since my 1965 Mustang (which I loved). Drove a 4cyl and 6cyl Escape. Liked them both. Chose the 4cyl, as I was suprised by the acceleration, smooth 6 speed tranny and gas mileage. The Limited FWD with Moon & Tune package has most every goodie you could want. Also got the side step bars, although I probably didn't need them. The vehicle rides more like a truck than a car, but is relatively quiet, smooth and stable. Maneuvers well and doesn't feel top-heavy - steering is precise. NAV, Sirius Radio/Travel Link, phone (Bluetooth) and audio/CD/DVD functions are all voice activated and controlled. The sound quality is great - as good as the Bose system in the Infiniti. The leather seats are very comfortable. Front and rear leg room is more than adequate. Rear seating is much more comfortable than the EX35, Rogue and Rav4. Usable cargo room is also better than those vehicles. NHSTA 5 star ratings with curtain airbags front and rear. Overall, this was the best value of the bunch and Ford's quality, fit & finish and attention to detail was impressive. Consumer Reports ratings bear this out.
Similar Products Used: 2008 Nissan Xterra
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Rating Reviewed by: Don(Unregistered User)
Review Date March 4, 2010
Overall Rating 4 of 5
Value Rating 4 of 5
Used product for Less than 1 month
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Price Paid:
$26458.00
from bush ford
Year / Model Reviewed: 2010 xlt/4x4/v6
Strengths: great ride and power
Weaknesses: noise,no passenger seat [power].adj.
Summary: plenty of power to pull my 3000 lb. boat
nice interior/plenty of room
great ride and comfort.
1,000 less then chev,honda,toyota
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Strengths: Great audio and navigation system. Milage is OK (compared to the Hybrid)
Weaknesses: None
Summary: I owned a 2008 Escape Hybrid with out the Sync system. Traded that in for a 2010 Escape LTD FWD and it's great! Milage is not as good as the Hybrid but is OK (21-14 MPG). I'm very happy with this purchase
Similar Products Used: 2008 Escape Hybrid, 2003 Escape Hybrid
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Strengths: Mileage is pretty good for a vehicle of its size
Weaknesses: Noisy, drives like a pickup
Summary: My first Ford purchase in many years and boy, am I sorry. The engine noise from this vehicle (4 cyl.) is unbelievably loud, constant ticking sounds from engine compartment (which Ford tells me is "normal") and almost no insulation from outside noise. I would never recommend anyone purchase this vehicle.
Similar Products Used: Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, Honda Passport
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Weaknesses: Transmission was erratic when first purchased, thought I got a lemon. Then got the recall and it still is awful. Jerks when you shift. Gas pedal doesn't respond to foot pressure adequately. Car shakes at a stop. Pops into gear on occasion when putting in reverse. The transmission is a complete mess. I have driven a Mercury Mariner with the smaller engine and it did not act like this at all. Now I am stuck with a balance of over $20,000 and a car I feel unsafe in and I feel like I am on a carnival ride. Not a pleasure to drive. Very, very disappointed in this piece of junk.
Summary: Do not purchase this vehicle. You will waste your money and have much frustration.Shame on Ford for even selling this!
Similar Products Used: Drove a Mercury Mariner for 3 years, drove a Mercury Village,Ford Pinto Station Wagon, Dodge Caravan, Plymouth Voyager, 1978 Camaro, 1976 Camaro, 1975 Camaro, 1972 AMC Javelin. Have never had a problem like I have with this 2010 Escape.
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