2009 FORD ESCAPE REVIEWS

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2009 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L (400A) 4x4 3.0L V-6 engine, 6 speed automatic transmission 17 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy Customer Rating: Be the first to comment Availability: Check Your Area Special Offers: » Incentives Available Financing: » Great Financing Offer Starting MSRP: $ 26,215 Starting Invoice: $ 24,300 Your Price: Get Pricing »

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Editorial Reviews Customer Reviews Editorial Reviews Edmunds.com 2010 Ford Escape Overview Vehicle Overview from Edmunds.com "Remember the year 2000? Back when we were all a-flutter about hanging chads and surviving the Y2K computer bug? That year also saw the arrival of the Ford Escape, the first compact crossover SUV from an American car company, wh..." Read more Kelley Blue Book ® - 2010 Ford Escape Overview Vehicle Overview from Kelley Blue Book "YOU'LL LIKE THIS CAR IF... If you're looking for traditional SUV features, such as high ground clearance and a high seating position, but you want it in a smaller, more fuel-efficient package, the 2010 Ford Escape makes a good choice. YOU MAY NOT LIKE THIS CAR IF... If you're looking for sleek aerodynamic styling, the Escape's boxy exterior stands in stark contrast to the more elegant design of the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue. Unlike the Toyota RAV4, the Escape does not offer a third-row seat option." Read more Kelley Blue Book ® - 2010 Ford Escape Overview Vehicle Overview from Kelley Blue Book "YOU'LL LIKE THIS CAR IF... The Escape Hybrid delivers a unique combination of hybrid fuel efficiency, SUV utility and a sort of rugged and refined style that's appropriate for both downtowns and campgrounds. YOU MAY NOT LIKE THIS CAR IF... Although freshly upgraded in 2009, the 2010 Escape Hybrid still doesn't match the levels of refinement offered by many of its small SUV and hybrid competitors." Read more 2010 Ford Escape Review A terrific compact SUV. "The Ford Escape is one of the best vehicles in Ford's lineup, and competitive in a crowded field of small sport-utilities, regardless of price. Yet model for model and feature for feature, the Escape prices are very good. The Escape offers front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, competitive four- or six-cylinder engines and the Hybrid package, which works essentially as the conventional models do. Fuel mileage for all models, and towing capacity, rank with the best. For all-purpose, reasonably efficient dai" Read more Edmunds.com 2009 Ford Escape Overview Vehicle Overview from Edmunds.com "It may be hard to believe, but the Ford Escape compact SUV debuted almost a decade ago. Right out of the gate, this loveable little ute was a front-runner. With its just-right size, peppy available V6, well-balanced chassis and..." Read more Kelley Blue Book ® - 2009 Ford Escape Overview Vehicle Overview from Kelley Blue Book "YOU'LL LIKE THIS CAR IF... If you're looking for traditional SUV features, such as high ground clearance and a high seating position, but you want it in a smaller, more fuel-efficient package, the 2009 Ford Escape makes a good choice. YOU MAY NOT LIKE THIS CAR IF... If you're looking for sleek aerodynamic styling, the Escape's boxy exterior stands in stark contrast to the more elegant design of the Honda CR-V and Saturn VUE. Unlike the Toyota RAV4, the Escape does not offer a third-row seat option." Read more Kelley Blue Book ® - 2009 Ford Escape Overview Vehicle Overview from Kelley Blue Book "YOU'LL LIKE THIS CAR IF... The Escape Hybrid delivers a unique combination of hybrid fuel efficiency, SUV utility and a sort of rugged and refined style that's appropriate for both downtowns and campgrounds. YOU MAY NOT LIKE THIS CAR IF... Although freshly upgraded in 2008, the 2009 Escape Hybrid still doesn't match the levels of refinement offered by many of its small SUV and hybrid competitors." Read more 2008 Ford Escape Review Freshened, when only all-new will suffice "If compact crossovers are like hamburgers, then the Ford Escape has spent too much time under the heat lamp." Read more 2008 Ford Escape Review One of Ford's best gets better. "The 2008 Ford Escape remains one of the best vehicles in Ford's lineup, and competitive in a crowded field of small sport-utilities, regardless of price. Yet model for model and feature for feature, Escape prices are very good. Considerable improvements for 2008 add safety features, refinement, comfort and more style. The Escape offers front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, competitive four- or six-cylinder engines and the Hybrid package, which works essentially as the conventional models do. Fuel mileage" Read more 2006 Ford Escape Review America's best-selling compact SUV. "Ford Escape is solid choice among compact sport utilities for on-road use. It has a roomy interior, comfortable and convenient with useful cargo capacity. The four-cylinder engine delivers plenty of power for most needs, even with the four-speed automatic. The available V6 engine delivers strong power. A four-wheel independent suspension and unit-body construction make it ride and handle almost as well as a car. It isn't designed for rugged terrain, though it's fine for gravel roads." Read more 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid Review Clean and fuel-efficient gas/electric hybrid. "The Ford Escape Hybrid may no longer be unique with its fuel-efficient, environmentally friendly gasoline-electric powertrain, but its virtues remain in clear view. It's currently the cleanest, most economical hybrid SUV, and the powertrain provides performance on par with a V6 engine, but without the nose-heavy tendencies that often come with putting larger engines in front-drive vehicles." Read more 2005 Ford Escape Review Fresh looks, more power, better ride, and the first gas-electric SUV. "Ford Escape is a fun, well-balanced on-road SUV. It has a roomy interior and good cargo capacity. A new four-cylinder engine brings needed power and the availability of an automatic. The available V6 engine provides the Escape with strong power. The new interior and suspension tuning make it more comfortable and more convenient. A four-wheel independent suspension and unit-body construction make it ride and handle almost as well as a car, but it isn't designed for serious off-road driving. Styling revis" Read more 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid Review Escaping frequent fill ups. "Ford Escape Hybrid competes in a set of vehicles that includes the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Chevrolet Equinox, Hyundai Santa Fe and other compact sport utility vehicles. But the Escape Hybrid is unique with its fuel-efficient, environmentally friendly gasoline-electric powertrain. The powertrain provides performance on par with a V6 engine, but without the nose-heavy tendencies that often come with putting larger engines in front-drive vehicles." Read more 2004 Ford Escape Review Smooth, agile, roomy, practical, and affordable. "Ford Escape is a well-balanced on-road SUV. It has a roomy interior and good cargo capacity. The available V6 engine provides the Escape with strong power. A four-wheel independent suspension and unit-body construction make it handle almost as well as a car. A car-like ride makes it easy to live with. It isn't designed for serious off-road driving, nor are its direct competitors." Read more 2003 Ford Escape Review Best in its class. "The Ford Escape is one of the best of the small, on-road SUVs. The available V6 engine provides the Escape with the most power in its class. A four-wheel independent suspension and unit-body construction make it handle almost as well as a car. A car-like ride makes it easy to live with. It isn't designed for serious off-road driving, nor are its direct competitors. Overall, we feel the Escape is the best SUV in its class." Read more Kelley Blue Book ® - 2003 Ford Escape Overview Vehicle Overview from Kelley Blue Book Read more 2002 Ford Escape Review Best-in-class handling and performance. "With the V6 engine, which is standard in the XLT version for 2002 and an option in the XLS, the Ford Escape offers the most power in its category. A four-wheel independent suspension and unitbody construction make it handle almost as well as a car. A car-like ride makes it easy to live with. Overall, we feel the Escape is the best SUV in its class." Read more 2001 Ford Escape Review Best-in-class handling, performance and refinement. "With the optional V6 engine, the Ford Escape offers the most power in its category. A four-wheel independent suspension and unitbody construction makes it handle almost as well as a car. A car-like ride makes it easy to live with. Overall, we feel the Escape is the best SUV in its class." Read more Kelley Blue Book ® - 2001 Ford Escape Overview Vehicle Overview from Kelley Blue Book Read more