A 2WD four-cylinder Escape averaged 20.5 mpg. Towing capacity is 1000 pounds with the Hybrid, 1500 pounds for other four-cylinder models, and 3500 pounds for V6s.įuel economy varies by model. Hybrids also drag slightly when coasting to a stop. At stops, it shuts off with a slight shudder. The gas engine restarts automatically as you touch the gas pedal. The Hybrid’s CVT helps by keeping the gas engine in the strongest part of its power band. Hybrids feel quicker than suggested by the 9.6-second 0-60 mph acceleration time of a 2WD model. The Hybrid is adequate for most conditions, and seems underpowered only in passing attempts at highway speeds or when climbing steep grades. Automatic-transmission models have accelerated to 60 mph in 8.9 seconds. Escape V6 models have ample power for passing and merging, helped by an alert automatic transmission. They perform adequately under most conditions, at least without a sizable load. There were no changes to the 2012 Ford Escape in its final model year in this form.įour-cylinder versions of Escape, Tribute, and Mariner suffer lazy takeoffs and build speed modestly, but keep up with most traffic. The 2011 Ford Escape saw no major changes. Another new feature was Ford’s Active Park Assist, which uses ultrasonic sensors to help automatically guide the vehicle into a parallel-parking space. Also new was MyKey, which allows owners to program a key that can limit the vehicle’s top speed and audio volume. The 2010 Ford Escape received some new features, including a rearview camera. Newly standard on four-cylinder models was a 171-hp 2.5-liter four to replace a 153-hp 2.3-liter unit, and the optional 3.0-liter V6 gained 40 hp for a total of 240. It was nearly identical in size and had the same powertrains as the 2001-2007 version.Įscape “muscled up” for 2009. The 2008 Ford Escape was updated with freshened exterior and interior styling, new features, and lower prices.
Once again, little was new for the Escape, but a somewhat reworked 2008 model arrived in spring of 2007. Little changed on Escapes in the 2006 model year. Rivals included the Honda CR-V, Jeep Liberty, and Subaru Forester. Mazda’s Tribute and the new 2005 Mercury Mariner were similar to Escape, but didn’t offer a hybrid version at this time. Ford said it had more sound insulation, too. Escapes also got revised front and rear styling. They were designed to deploy in side impacts and rollovers. Newly optional were head-protecting curtain side airbags for both seating rows. Antilock braking, previously optional, now was standard. For 2005, Escape’s automatic-transmission shift lever was mounted on the floor console rather than the steering column. The Hybrid used a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that functioned like an automatic but had a near-infinite number of ratios.Īll models came with front-wheel or all-wheel drive the AWD system did not include low-range gearing. No plug-in charging was ever required instead, the system recharged the motor’s batteries when coasting or decelerating. Its electric motor helped save fuel by powering the Hybrid at low speeds and assisting the gas engine during acceleration. The Hybrid had a four-cylinder gas engine, assisted by an electric motor, for a combined 155 horsepower.
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(Prior four-cylinder models came only with manual shift.) A 200-hp V6 with automatic transmission also was available. Replacing a 127-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the base engine was a 153-hp 2.3-liter four-cylinder.įour-cylinder Escapes could have a manual transmission or, new for 2005, optional automatic. This five-passenger, four-door wagon had a rear liftgate with separate-opening glass. Again offered with front- or all-wheel drive, the Escape also got a larger base engine, freshened styling, and additional safety features. I bought my first one the year they became on the market.Introduction of a gas/electric Hybrid version topped changes to Ford’s smallest SUV. I really don't have any thing negative to say. I can get lost in the mall parking lot real easy if I don't keep track of other things to remember where I parked. The color of my vehicle is gray and I didn't realize there were so many shades of gray until I purchased this one. I travel with kayaks and they fit excellent on the top and I have no problems going under bridges. The car is kept in a garage unless it is in use. I have no rattles, dents or battle scars yet. I don't travel a lot but when I do, it is very reliable in all areas. I can trust this vehicle to take me anywhere. The vehicle is 3 years old, 16,000 miles and I've never had a problem yet.
I have a 4 cylinder and it can keep up with any car or truck. The gas mileage has become excellent especially with the raising prices of gas.
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