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Summary
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.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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XLS ($17,645); XLS 4WD ($19,270); XLT ($19,195); XLT 4WD ($20,820) |
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Engines:
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3.0-liter DOHC 24v V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags; ABS, side airbags optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Kansas City, Missouri |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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XLT 4WD ($20,820) |
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Standard Equipment:
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(XLT) air conditioning, cargo tie-down hooks, bodyside cladding, electric rear window defroster, power door locks, remote keyless entry, automatic-off headlights w delay, dome light w delay, rear cargo lights, power mirrors, AM/FM/CD, tilt steering, steel wheels, power windows with driver-side express down, flip-up rear glass, rear window wiper/washer; XLT adds ABS, cargo cover, cargo net, cruise control, front fog lights, chrome grille, map lights, floor mats, visor vanity mirrors, cargo area power outlet, AM/FM/CD/cassette, highback front bucket seats with driver's lumbar and height adjustment, Control Trac II with center lock-up feature, five-spoke aluminum wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Leather Comfort Group ($870) includes leather seating surfaces, six-way power driver's seat, black leather-wrapped steering wheel, deluxe overhead console, door pockets, storage bin under front passenger seat; side-impact airbags ($345); ABS ($575); 3.0-liter Duratec V6 ($1,480) includes engine, automatic transmission, 16-inch alloy wheels, wheel opening moldings, Trailer Towing Group; privacy glass ($275); Mach Audio System ($505) |
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Destination Charge:
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515 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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25385 |
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Layout:
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four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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200 @ 6000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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200 @ 4750 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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24/20 |
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Wheelbase:
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103.1 |
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Length/width/height:
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173.0/71.9/69.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.0/60.2 |
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Turning circle:
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.3/NA/41.7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.9/NA/36.9 |
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Cargo volume:
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63.3 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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3500 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent MacPherson strut, coil springs |
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Suspension, r:
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multi-link |
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Ground clearance:
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8.4 |
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Curb weight:
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3457 |
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Tires:
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P235/70R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum w ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.4 |
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