2006 Ford Escape Hybrid Consumer Discussions

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• Used ABS Module?

  Written by: patrick100 on Jan 26, 2012 9:07:08 PM

  I also have a failed ABS system...just had the ground wire and battery replaced and a day later got the service brake message. Searching Google I found a couple used for sale for around $200. The description says: ABS Control Module/Pump Assm; Hybrid, 4WD Fits: 2006 Ford Escape assembly; Hybrid, 4WD I checked Motorcraft website that shows the price at $3125. The dealer quoted 3,700 plus 400 to install. Can a ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems

• Re: um ITS COVERED UNDER WARRANTY! [mschmal]

  Written by: jimincalif1 on Sep 22, 2010 5:17:56 AM

  I just sold my 2002 Toyota Prius with 76,000 miles. Toyota had to replace the battery at about 8 years and 62,000 miles. In California they had a 10 year warranty. The only other problems I had that were covered by my 7 year 100,000 mile extended warranty were a new power steering unit at about 55,000 miles and new rear struts at the final 70,000 mile service. After almost 9 ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• Re: Good news for now [willieinmaine]

  Written by: degu1 on Nov 30, 2011 6:33:40 AM

  I had the same thing happen with my 2006 Hybrid Escape brakes. I went to the manager of the dealership and asked him to intervene with Ford customer service...not much help, but fortunately for me I the manager of the service dept. said he would bleed brakes and see if this would "fix" the problem as the pads etc all looked good on the auto. Basically did the same as your ... Read More

• Re: warning lights, service brakes message [dsteak]

  Written by: unhappyforder on Nov 29, 2011 2:57:13 PM

  I have the same thing...I just had my 2006 FORD Escape Hybrid in for service on an issue that caused the engine to turn of and ask me to pull over to a safe stop. ($700ish water pump fix) and now I'm getting TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE with the ABS light going on! I've been told it is about $5000 to fix!!!!! This is a catastrophic failure that I've I've called FORD ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Care and Maintenance

• Re: Ford Escape Hybrid Owners: Care & Maintenance [KarenS]

  Written by: b1g_chr1s on Nov 27, 2011 3:04:21 PM

  2006 escape hybrid maintenance tips: #1 replace air filters with K&N. They're worth the money and can be cleaned and reused for a very long time. We found almost 10% fuel economy increase when cleaned at time of oil change. #2 change fuel filter every 25-30k miles. It's only $12-13, easy to do and keeps performance very consistent. #3 change spark plugs every 40-50k. On a hint from our Ford mechanic ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems

• abrupt gas engine stoppage on freeway

  Written by: sacramentotom on Nov 21, 2011 7:08:56 PM

  2006 mercury mariner (essentially ford escape) hybrid going 65 on freeway . sudden loss of gas engine, barely able to avoid traffic and get to side of road. turned engine off and re-started and it went for ~ 40 miles then did it again. is this a PCM type problem? if ford says it is "fixed" how will i know that it won't happen again? thanks.

2006 FEH cruise control does not always engage.

• 2006 FEH cruise control does not always engage.

  Written by: marcuscrv on Sep 14, 2011 2:04:46 PM

  I have a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid that has had the blend door, battery fans, MECS pump and transmission changed. Everything seems to be working fine except the cruise control and the power outlet. . My cruise control will not always engage when I turn it on and hit set.----the dealer tells me he can not duplicate the problem, but if you are in cruise control and use the offf button ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Electrical & Lighting Problems

• 2006 FEH green power outlet led intermittenly blinks.

  Written by: marcuscrv on Sep 14, 2011 1:58:49 PM

  I have a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid that has had the blend door, battery fans, MECS pump and transmission changed. Everything seems to be working fine except the cruise control and the power outlet. The green led blinks from time to time. Sometimes, it could be several times a day and other days maybe once or twice. The one thing I can tell you is if I start the car with ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Re: Driving Ford Escape Hybrid in Low Range and 300,000 mile report [tortorige]

  Written by: ekiehn on Jan 17, 2011 11:34:55 AM

  Yes that's what I do and have for years. Somewhere way back in all the posts I responded with this suggestion to an FEH that was not getting great milage. He tried it and it worked. (great job getting 41MPG, my 2006 stays around31-32). As for the wear and tear, I'm not that worried. Certainly the brakes will be saved (I'm at about 89K now and no new brakes are needed ... Read More

• Driving Ford Escape Hybrid in Low Range and 300,000 mile report

  Written by: tortorige on Jan 12, 2011 12:18:00 PM

  FWIW, I spoke to a service man that took in one of the first escape hybrids to sell in the bay area. It was a 2005 or 2006 with over 300,000 miles of San Francisco inner city taxi cab service miles on it. The battery checked in at 90% life. Not bad at all. So don't worry. We just got a 2008 and I noticed that in town, if driven in ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• Re: FEH 06 Brake Failure [bingo01]

  Written by: escapeforever on Nov 1, 2010 7:05:48 PM

  Sorry to hear you were quoted $600 for two new tone rings. My 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid had to have both replaced (at a Ford Dealer) for only $230 total. That was this summer (2010) and I've experienced no problems since. Many report that dealers and repair shops insist on replacing the axles too -- at considerably more expense. It would seem that this isn't necessary if it's only cracked tone ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Extended Service Plans

• Re: Is Ford Extended Warranty available if car is out of warranty? [swtools]

  Written by: tgl2 on Jul 9, 2010 10:30:37 AM

  By way of comparison, I just paid $1130 for a 48 month ExtraCare $100 deductible at www.troyfordesp.com. I have been retired for 11 years and the mileage on my Ford 2006 Escape Hybrid is only 12276 miles with no service problems on the car. A plan for a lower deductible might exist if my regular Ford warranty did not expire in March 2009 after 3 years' ownership.

Ford Escape Hybrid Battery Pack Questions

• Hybrid Batteries

  Written by: unaccept1able_ on Apr 30, 2010 5:18:47 PM

  My grandfather was a foreman at Ford dating back to the 1920's. I am a huge supporter of new technology and had no problem paying more for my 2006 Ford Escape to support Ford in its development of the hybrid vehicle. However, I was just informed today, after taking all maintenance recommendations of Ford dealers for 4 years regarding the hybrid battery that at 120k miles (with $10000 left of financing) ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Interior & Passenger Comfort Questions

• Re: Fire / safety issue with a/c line leak for rear battery? [didmi]

  Written by: stevedebi on Mar 25, 2010 5:47:34 PM

  "On our 2006 Escape Hybrid, we noted a leak near the left, rear wheel from what appeared to be a coolant line. After 2 visits to a dealership, they said it was the auxiliary a/c lines leaking for the battery cooling. The lines were corroded through and the vehicle has 36k miles! The service manager said this could be an overheating problem and could cause a fire! But this is not ... Read More

• Fire / safety issue with a/c line leak for rear battery?

  Written by: didmi on Mar 25, 2010 4:51:37 PM

  On our 2006 Escape Hybrid, we noted a leak near the left, rear wheel from what appeared to be a coolant line. After 2 visits to a dealership, they said it was the auxillary a/c lines leaking for the battery cooling. The lines were corroded through and the vehicle has 36k miles! The service manager said this could be an overheating problem and could cause a fire! But this is not ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Re: 2006 FEH "Wrench" light [boopstar]

  Written by: russrdh on Jan 19, 2010 10:03:19 PM

  I had the same problem starting at around 40,000 miles on my 2007 Mariner Hybrid. It went away on it's own after a few days and hasn't re-occured. I can hear the vent door open and close now that the weather is warming up. We'll see what happens. Oh yeah, when I started on this site I owne a 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid. A red light runner wrecked that one, but ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Transmission Questions

• Need Help hacking 2006 FEH Transaxle/repair

  Written by: escape6 on Sep 6, 2009 9:56:04 AM

  Dear Listers, We have a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid with 37,000 miles which spends most of its time in the shop or riding around on the back of a tow truck. Our Escape was an insurance write off at 2300 miles and we bought it at 3,000 miles total time running and repaired without warranty. I need to talk to someone who is an expert on the Japanese transaxles used in ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• Re: FEH brake problem: ad nauseum [scalabilitydab]

  Written by: jurdean on Jul 14, 2009 4:17:37 PM

  I remember a recall on my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid dealing with Traction Battery harness - 07B48. Probably nothing to do w/ the brakes. You probably had the recall done. Anyway - in the time I've had this Escape - I got 3 service brake messages, while driving - there would be a "beep" and then this message would show up on the instrument panel. I would find a place off ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Electrical & Lighting Problems

• Intermittant Battery Drain

  Written by: gracie01 on May 21, 2009 1:21:09 PM

  2006 Ford Escape Hybrid - Chronic intermittent battery drain. Sits for 48 hours and battery is dead. Batteries have been replaced; ABS has been replaced. Has been to dealership multiple times in the past 6 months. They say they have to catch the power surge at the time it happens or they cannot see the problem. Has anybody had this problem?

Escape Hybrid: Audio & Entertainment Questions

• Navigation CD for Ford Escape Hybrid 2006

  Written by: bettychao on Apr 27, 2009 2:13:52 PM

  Hi I got a used Ford Escape Hybrid 06. Is the CD number: 6L1T-18C912-AA version 3V for my Escape 2006? Thank you in advance.

Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [cjcarlberg]

  Written by: ekiehn on Mar 9, 2009 2:49:26 PM

  Don't give up on it. Believe me when I say that I could have written word for word what you said about not being able to get the electric to run more than a few hundred yards or to keep the electric running over 20MPH. 4 years later I don't even think about it and easily run on electric to 30MPH plus, and run on home that last mile on electric. ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Interior & Passenger Comfort Questions

• Rusty Seats and bolts - Ford Escape Hybrid

  Written by: pje123 on Jun 29, 2008 12:08:43 PM

  I have a 2006 ford escape hybrid and the bars within the back seats seats are rusty. (I can see them when I fold down the rear seats.) The bolts connecting the front seats to the floor are also rusty. I live in San Francisco so I am not dealing with snow or salt, and I am not parking the car in the ocean or doing anything out of the ordinary. ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Squeaks & Rattles

• Squeek & Rattle - Ford Escape Hybrid

  Written by: pje123 on Jun 29, 2008 12:01:56 PM

  I am just adding a ME TOO to this string. My 2006 FEH squeeks and rattles like a taxi cab. I am bringing it to the dealer tomorrow.

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• police siren noise - sounds like - with front brakes

  Written by: jurdean on May 13, 2008 1:40:00 PM

  I have a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD. It's in for service since last Friday at a local dealership. I had it in mainly for the recall. That job was done within 2 hours. It's still there, because of a noise I noticed coming from the front when braking. It only occurs when braking. Does not matter either at high or low speed. It sounds like a very low police siren ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: 5 Miles to work [richquick]

  Written by: mikesba on Apr 12, 2008 10:47:59 AM

  It's fairly simple. You can find out from the IRS website, the current $$ amount of the Tax Credit. The credit is available only for a certain number of Ford escape Hybrids (for the 2007, the credit lasted until Ford sold 60K FEH's). It is a Tax credit available only in the tax year of purchase. If you end up with little or no taxable income, then the credit isn't applicable ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Suspension/Steering Problems

• ford hybrid- steering issue and front seat fabric

  Written by: wemac1 on Feb 26, 2008 11:21:52 AM

  I bought a 2006 ford escape hybrid two years ago. I really loved it and loved the gas saving it gave me. Two major problems. Anyone else notice the seat fabric on the front seats getting loose. Wrinkles in the material and not the underseating. It was so bad that I finally took it in for inspection and repair. The answer the dealershipt gave me and ford itself was : Oh ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [mackris]

  Written by: ekiehn on Jan 15, 2008 6:22:44 AM

  Just thought I'd mention that a little patience needs to be applied here before trying to jump all overRegional Managers and the like. Just a couple of notes: 1- The engine and mechanics need to be broken in. This takes some time and probably takes a little longer in colder climates 2- The colder climate. You are looking at the milage probably at the worst time of year for you (for ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [sksuh]

  Written by: softpedal on Jan 13, 2008 9:53:22 AM

  My experience, I have 2006 4WD Escape Hybrid, is that on short hops around town, where average speed limit is 35-45 mph, my mileage stays down, about 25-27 mpg, but on longer trips it rises to about 27-29 mpg, still lower than advertised. In summer, when aircon is on a lot, it loses a couple of mpg, and same in winter if window fogs, so must run aircon on windshield. But ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: FORD DEMONSTRATES WHY IT DOESN'T PAY TO GO GREEN [mickeyrom]

  Written by: mecheng1 on Oct 30, 2007 8:24:49 AM

  I counted 12 Escape Hybrids on the lot for sale(in various colors and options) at my local dealer a couple of weeks ago....when I was there to have the HVBattery connector on my 2006 changed out under the service campaign (recall). :D

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Re: Hybrids diminish road rage! [hybridpatron]

  Written by: ekiehn on Oct 15, 2007 5:23:04 AM

  I've noticed the same thing. I used to be one of those need to make the next light type of guys. No more, if I make the light I make the light, if I don't I watch my mileage go up. I have a 2006 Hybrid purchased in may of 2005 with over 40,000 miles on it. So far it's been $29 oil changes every 10000 miles and that's it. While ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: Higher hwy then city mileage [floyd2222]

  Written by: softpedal on Aug 23, 2007 9:41:39 AM

  Floyd, I'm a long term Ford Escape 4WD Hybrid owner, my 2006 turns two next month, with only 17K miles! I've discovered that on highway miles, if not pushing too hard but staying 65-70 mph, I get an average of just over 30 MPG, but in city driving, especially short hops, I only get about 28 MPG, and less if air is on. It's a honey of a car, smooth and ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Failure

  Written by: marie12 on Jun 2, 2007 5:35:25 AM

  I am so pleased that I found this discussion board and so sorry to hear you all have the same problem I do. I too have experienced brake failure in my SUV four times now. I have a 2006 with 37,000 miles. (do alot of driving) I am scheduled to take the car to Ford Dealer on Monday and am planning to bring in all these comments. I do wish we ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: How I bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and saved $$$ [vws1]

  Written by: advequityguy on Aug 5, 2006 11:31:56 AM

  you saved more than that. you wouldnt have got a 5% loan on a non hybrid without sacrificing rebate money. when you bought your hybrid, you didnt hve to give up anything. you bought at the right time.

• Good price in detroit

  Written by: devomi on Aug 4, 2006 9:09:01 AM

  I just bought a 2007 Escape FEH from Dean Sellers Ford - Troy Michigan. I started looking for 2006, which they were unable to get for me. They did offer me $200 over "A Plan" for a 2007. I am not connected with Ford, and did not qualify for A Plan. I started with Email inquiries to 4 area dealerships asking them to quote a price of a Hybrid set-up the ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Re: 2008 is wonderful, so far [kpick4]

  Written by: ekiehn on Apr 3, 2007 5:57:51 AM

  I'm hearing a lot of people really love the 2008 model. I have a 2006 that I got in April of 2005 and I love it. Mileage seems, for me , to have stabilized at around 31 to 32 MPG and this is measured by gas receipts (thought the instant mileage graph is very close). I use the nav system mostly when I am in Georgia (home base is Florida)and it ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• ford escape hybrid

  Written by: whisky6 on Jun 16, 2006 9:23:25 PM

  Hi,i was looking at a 2006 hybrid in elma,wa and as i was going thru the options list they came to a little over 28,000 dollars,no t&l,then as i was looking at the other lists that were on the window i saw a sticker that said the price was 28,000+5,000 dollar dealer markup which then put the price of this vehicle 34,000 dollars plus tax which i believe grays harbor cty. ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• Re: 2006 Escape Hybrid - Smart Junction Box Failure (door lock)? [raewyn]

  Written by: mcedwardsc on Nov 23, 2006 4:08:13 AM

  Yes. I don't have the name of the part but they described it as the computer that controls the brakes. It was on backorder and they finally got it in, bled the brake lines, the service manager drove it for a day, everything fine. It's Lou Sobh Ford in Decatur, Ga, and the service manager is Billy. Have you approached your dealer about replacing the vehicle? I'm starting to think we ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Escape Hybrid - Smart Junction Box Failure (door lock)? [mcedwardsc]

  Written by: raewyn on Nov 18, 2006 2:41:05 PM

  Thanks so much. I'm sorry you've had the same problem but its great to know I'm not the only one. Could you tell me which part you are ordering and which dealer has your car. Perhaps my dealer here in Santa Barbara will call them and get the lowdown on this problem. I'm going to pursue the website at safergov as well to see how we get to Ford national.

• Re: 2006 Escape Hybrid - Smart Junction Box Failure (door lock)? [raewyn]

  Written by: mcedwardsc on Nov 17, 2006 11:10:14 AM

  I had the exact same problem this week in a new 2007 model with less than 2000 miles on it. Barely made it to the side of the road TOTAL brake failure. Dealer says the computer failed. Waiting on a back ordered part at this stage, but to tell you the truth, I'm not sure I want to drive the thing again. Anyone know of a recall? Or a way to ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Escape Hybrid - Smart Junction Box Failure (door lock)? [testes]

  Written by: raewyn on Oct 26, 2006 7:44:55 PM

  Brake Failure Yesterday as I was driving at 40 miles an hour on a commerical strip the brake warning light on our 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid suddenly flashed at the same time that the brakes completely failed. Just missed a number of cars but was able to get into a parking lot, shift to low, and run uphill into a curb. 45 minutes later no light and the brakes were working ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Squeaks & Rattles

• Re: noise from right rear wheel of escape hybrid [fiddlebanshee]

  Written by: detjen on Aug 7, 2006 11:29:01 AM

  We were offered compensation for the 52 days our FEH had spent in the shop by the Ford representative Jim Leary. We provided copies of our monthly payment and such when we picked the car up from it's 8th trip to the dealer in 10 months/8500 miles (since new). The car started squeaking again the next day (WHY CAN"T FORD FIX THIS?). We drove it back in for the service manager ... Read More

Hybrid Prius that gets over 100 Miles per Gallon

• Lithium-ion batteries for Hybrids?

  Written by: toyoinfo on Jul 6, 2006 8:56:26 AM

  Interesting article on a "potential" battery future for Hybrids... The great light hope for hybrid vehicles Lithium ion could be the wonder battery that enables automakers to make big profits on hybrids Richard Truett | | Automotive News / June 19, 2006 - 6:00 am Batteries may be the key to the future of gasoline-electric hybrids. If hybrids are ever going to earn automakers a profit, the cost of the batteries ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Squeaks & Rattles

• Re: noise from right rear wheel of escape hybrid [detjen]

  Written by: mecheng1 on Jul 5, 2006 5:42:17 PM

  Sorry to hear about your experience. I can't give you a real answer because I don't have the same issues with my 2006 4wd FEH, but..... I suspect some of the noises are related to the regenerative braking - something regular cars don't have. I notice some noises related to how much braking pressure I am applying (Do you?) In addition I assume from your 32mph that you do not have ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Hi

  Written by: xertes on May 11, 2006 9:26:29 PM

  Hello. Bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid about three weeks ago, traded in a 2000 Mercury Mountaineer AWD V8, since I was only getting about 11mpg in the city. So far, I love the FEH, and the gas mileage. :)

• New FEH Owner

  Written by: xertes on May 7, 2006 9:07:08 PM

  Hi. Just purchased a brand new 2006 Escape Hybrid about two weeks ago. Bought it with 48 miles on it, now have over 600! Took it on a nice day drive last weekend, and really enjoyed it. Bought it from Don Aadsen Ford-Mercury in Ronan Montana, and had a great experience. Test-drove it on Wednesday, made the deal on Thursday (over the phone), and picked it up on Saturday. The salespeople ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: How I bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and saved $$$ [jeff_h]

  Written by: vws1 on Apr 27, 2006 3:29:14 PM

  Thanks to Jeff I was able to save a great deal in purchasing a new Ford Escape hybrid '06. I live in DC and found a reasonable price by getting quotes from several dealers. Some dealers offered no come-down off the MSRP and a couple offered a somewhat lower price. One in particular offered a very low price saving me a bundle (Darcars, Lanham, MD). There are also certain perks I ... Read More

• Re: How I bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and saved $$$ [jeff_h]

  Written by: ilovehybrids on Apr 1, 2006 9:04:52 AM

  Wow Jeff, I really appreciate all the information on buying my FEH online. I've been really interested in buying one of these and you've shown me a great way to save a couple...hundred dollars!! Once again thanks, the info was great. Ford Hybrid

Ford Escape Hybrid Test Drive: What Did You Think?

• Re: My 2005 Escape Hybrid Just Died! [ctbraswell]

  Written by: stevedebi on Feb 17, 2006 3:29:39 PM

  I did a test drive in a 2006 FEH this past week, and I noticed something interesting. With the key out of the ignition, I hit the brake. I heard something electronic cycle under the hood. It happened every time I touched the petals. I seems to me that Ford may have connected the brakes to some electrical components even when the ignition is off.

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: How I bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and saved $$$ [jeff_h]

  Written by: norcal1 on Nov 18, 2005 7:33:35 PM

  jeff h - thanks for useful tips. i'd been looking at the escape hybrid for a while and finally made the decision to buy. as luck would have it, just as i was contacting dealers this week, ford matched the gm price cuts by announcing the "simple plan" pricing (which is x-plan+$100). importantly, ford included the feh in the simple plan program. i bought the awd version fully loaded. i contacted ... Read More

• Re: How I bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and saved $$$ [lparrish]

  Written by: jeff_h on Nov 14, 2005 7:17:00 PM

  Leslie, I took the test drive at the dealer in Fredericksburg VA and that's where I was told that the sticker price is THE price, and when I asked him where our chosen vehicle was located (we told him what we wanted and he went and did a search and printed out one that fit) and he said "oh I don't know I didn't look that far", so I went home ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid

• Wiper Motor Recall

  Written by: wyogreen on Nov 13, 2005 9:23:50 AM

  Has anyone out there heard of a recall of 2006 Escape Hybrids for replacement of the Wiper Motor. We ordered up a 2006 a couple of months ago, and are still waiting for it. At least it has finally made it to the dealer. (At least that's what they say. I haven't seen it) The latest excuse is that they can't give it to us because there has been a recall ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: How I bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and saved $$$ [jeff_h]

  Written by: lparrish on Nov 11, 2005 7:13:03 AM

  Jeff, I live in the same general area as you--which dealership did you ultimately purchase from? Thanks Leslie

• Re: How I bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and saved $$$ [jeff_h]

  Written by: gagrice on Nov 10, 2005 6:23:36 PM

  Excellent post. If more people will follow your plan of attack, the gouging dealers will be out in the cold. Welcome to the forum, keep us posted on your new hybrid.

• How I bought my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and saved $$$

  Written by: jeff_h on Nov 5, 2005 9:04:45 AM

  I just bought a 2006 FEH and paid $300 over invoice. Here's how I did it, which is the same way I've bought the last 3 cars thanks to internet research (this took a few hours of research but I think it saved me a lot of money): 1) Went and took a test drive at my local dealer's and loved the car, asked the dealer how firm they were on ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Transmission Questions

• Re: ELECTRIC MOTOR / TRANSMISSION [sarahfromsc]

  Written by: stevewa on Oct 19, 2005 1:03:28 AM

  Sorry to hear about your problems, it sounds like the engineering team has come to the conclusion you need a new transaxle. You are correct in that the hybrid transaxle (which contains the power split device, and the two electric motor/generators) is manufactured in Japan by Aisin, a large maker of transmissions used by many carmakers, but the design (along with the design of the Escape's complete hybrid system) is Ford's. ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Just ordered my 2006 hybrid escape [ryandenver]

  Written by: nimhbug on Oct 5, 2005 8:23:29 PM

  i ordered my 2006 escape the last week in june, and it showed up early (even surprised the salesman) at the end of august. i wasn't expecting it until early-mid october. i was of course ecstatic to have it. the only downside of my purchase is that no matter how hard i pressed, i couldn't get the x-plan or any other ford discounts off the msrp. i was told that order ... Read More

• Just ordered my 2006 hybrid escape

  Written by: ryandenver on Sep 13, 2005 7:16:26 PM

  Howdy: I live in Denver, CO and just placed an order for an 06 AWD Hybrid Escape in Red Fire Metallic. I found a dealership here who not only was willing to sell me one at xplan, but to also place it on the build schedule so that it won't arrive until on/after Jan 1, 2006 so that I can take advantage of the estimated 1950.00 federal tax credit and the ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• The big purchase happens today--'06 Escape Hybrid

  Written by: cfox1 on Aug 17, 2005 5:23:55 AM

  Today, I will be purchasing the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid. The reason for the purchase is obvious--gas prices. I currently enjoy driving my Toyota Highlander AWD (20 mpg), but to spend nearly $400/month in gas is down right ridiculous. My daily commute is from Grand Haven to Grand Rapids, a brisk 100 mile daily trip . Three months ago I put an order into Ford for my 2006 model. To my ... Read More

Ford Hybrid Security Issues

• Ford Hybrid Security Issues

  Written by: sdctcher on Jun 20, 2005 7:12:10 AM

  There is a serious security issue surrounding the 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid SUV. Many of us on other forums, and in the press, have tried, to no avail, to pressure Ford to acknowledge and fix the problem. When I purchased my FEH back in September of last year my salesperson assured me that my RFID (transmitting chip) Key would protect me from having my car stolen, make my theft insurance rate ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid

• Will it really save our money?

  Written by: doubted on Jun 18, 2005 4:26:49 PM

  I am driving my old Ford Aerostar with 18MPG in the city and spending about $20/week for gas. I calculated that Ford Escape Hybrid with 36MPG in the city (at the best) would save me $10/week or $520/year. I went today to local Ford Escape Hybrid dealer to ask some questions. I have learned that the power battery has 10 years manufacturing warranty and it is good. What is not so ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid - Many Exciting Options [sdctcher]

  Written by: donbaron on Jun 9, 2005 9:57:58 PM

  Excellent report! You hae told me more than the dealers. I may now order the escape over waiting for the Mariner Release. I guess we are still only getting a gray interior??

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: 2006 ordered? [ouhybrid]

  Written by: talaria on May 18, 2005 12:05:46 AM

  ouhybird, as you can see in the post just above your last we didn't wait. But I do appreciate the additional details. We have had moon roofs on several cars and rarely used them so the more we thought about it the more the 2005 without the nav and upgraded stereo seemed right for us. It was hard to believe it showed up on Ford's website at a dealer right here ... Read More

• We joined the club

  Written by: talaria on May 17, 2005 5:11:14 PM

  Thanks for all the help and information. After all the aggravation we decided not to wait for the 2006 after we saw a 2005 FWD Escape Hybrid, silver with appearance package, leather package, safety package, 110 volt, rear cover and floor mats yesterday on FORD's website located in Sacramento. The Hybrid came to the local dealer in a car swap with another dealer south of us. My wife decided to check ... Read More

• Re: 2006 ordered? [ouhybrid]

  Written by: talaria on May 15, 2005 10:42:19 PM

  ouhybird, thanks for the info. Is your Escape Hybrid 2 or 4 WD? MSRP suggests 4WD to me. Did you order yours in a color other than silver? I am curious if the premium package will, in fact, provide the monochromatic look with something other than silver. We have had so many silver and dark grey cars my wife and I would like a change but want a monochromatic look. For ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid

• Current Escape Hybrid Prices

  Written by: sdctcher on May 14, 2005 2:43:06 PM

  I have a PDF copy of the current dealer price list if anyone wants a copy. As you can see our dealers are doing OK, even before their premium mark-ups. 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid Price List (4-22-05) Base FWD: Dealer Price $23,962 Dealer Invoice W/Holdback $24,999 Suggested Retail $26,900 Base AWD: Dealer Price $25,392 Dealer Invoice W/Holdback $26,478 Suggested Retail $28,525 Options: Dealer Price (DP) Dealer Invoice (DI) Suggested Retail (MSRP) ... Read More

• Re: leather option [talaria]

  Written by: talaria on May 11, 2005 10:34:08 PM

  I guess this a reply to my own reply. Amazing that after the games from one Fresno dealer I actually received a call from an honest dealer in Fresno who happens to have the exact 2005 Escape Hybrid we wanted. No markup, etc. Note the past tense however. My wife was so ticked off, I was too, that she put in an order for the 2006 through her credit union rather ... Read More

• Re: leather option [talaria]

  Written by: cdold on May 6, 2005 9:45:57 PM

  1147: Dealers selling over MSRP in Sacramento Area It's a bit of a drive, but nice country over here... Jimmy Vasser Ford in Calistoga (94515) does not charge over MSRP for anything. I bought my 2005 Escape Hybrid at MSRP. It's a small dealership. I got the only 2005. I don't know what 2006 allocations might be.

• Re: leather option [talaria]

  Written by: talaria on May 6, 2005 8:41:20 PM

  stevewa, again thanks for the info. I was hoping when I posted this time I would be able to say I had joined the club. But it appears greed and lying is what is important to car dealers rather than customer satisfaction. After having so much trouble making the local Ford dealers understand that when I say silver with appearance pkg., safety pkg. and leather that is what I mean my ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid - Many Exciting Options [csg1]

  Written by: stevewa on May 4, 2005 5:37:36 PM

  Your dealer is reading off the 2005 ordering guide. (s)he probably doesn't even know about the premium package.

• Re: 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid - Many Exciting Options [sdctcher]

  Written by: als1 on Apr 27, 2005 10:09:41 AM

  How about posting a link to the PDF of the 2006 order form? Thanks.

• Re: 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid - Many Exciting Options [sdctcher]

  Written by: csg1 on Apr 26, 2005 9:56:04 AM

  I'm planning on ordering a 2006 Escape Hybrid but I'm having trouble getting information about the "monochromatic appearance" available with the premium package. My local dealer tells me I would have to order the silver color to obtain the monochromatic appearance. Do you know anything about that? I haven't been able to find any pictures of the 2006 model either. Thanks for your help.

• 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid - Many Exciting Options

  Written by: sdctcher on Apr 22, 2005 5:04:36 PM

  The Ordering Guide for the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid is now available in PDF form (Send me an email if you want a copy). It seems that Ford is listening to us consumers and they have added some serious options for the next model, due for first deliveries around the first of June, 2005. The Hybrid version of the Escape has most of the features available on the conventional gas Escape ... Read More

• Escape Hybrid IRS Deduction

  Written by: dw438 on Dec 14, 2004 6:49:26 AM

  It's now official. Just in time for your tax planning .... 2005 Ford Escape Sport Utility Vehicle Certified for Clean-Fuel Deduction     IR-2004-147, Dec. 13, 2004   WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service has certified the model year 2005 Ford Escape as being eligible for the clean-burning fuel deduction. The certification means taxpayers who purchase this vehicle new may claim a tax deduction of $2,000 on Form 1040.   Federal tax ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: ANT14 on Aug 11, 2004 12:32:50 PM

  Bagg, 2006 as a 2007 model...as well as it's Mercury twin. They are hoping Sanyo relocates enough battery packs to allow for higher sales of Hybrids. Ateix Yes it'll be smaller than the 500, but competitively huge where it counts in the inside. The next Escape will be loosely based on a Focus C1 platform... As will the Tribute, Mariner, and LR Freelander. The Mazda6 derived SUV that Ford will debut, ... Read More

• Ford has required training

  Written by: gtyler2000 on Jun 14, 2004 7:08:07 PM

  The dealer that I ordered my Escape from had sent some of their salespeople and some of their mechanics to training at Ford. They told me it was required before they could be allowed to sell or service the vehicles. She even made a point of saying that there are special gloves required, which I assume is for the battery. Take a look at the first post in this group. The ... Read More

• Fuggedaboudit :(

  Written by: xbrit on Jun 2, 2004 8:03:55 PM

  Well I just stopped by the Ford dealer on Capitol Expressway (San Jose CA), one of the biggest in the South Bay. They've been told by Ford that "we're trying to make sure every dealer in California gets at least 1 Hybrid car in 2004". This is a big Ford dealer, and they think they might swing 2 or 3. They already have firm orders for several times that many. This ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: ANT14 on Sep 16, 2003 4:59:16 PM

  Actually I see more Explorer's towing boats, than I see Expy/Tahoe's. Price wise, the Explorer is a bit more reachable to some, over the Expy, and considering the Explorer has the highest towing capacity in it's segment, then many do not need to ante up for the Expy. I just noticed that error, I didn't mean to state Assist, Opps. But as I stated, the engine they were choosing for their ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: ANT14 on May 5, 2003 4:30:15 AM

  The 2004 Escape order guides should already be out to dealers. Therefore, most of these question, they SHOULD have an answer for. The batteries I read, have a 7 year warranty. WHAT exactly the warranty will cover, in relation to their condition/maintenence, etc. Should be asked for ahead of time, before purchasing. Keeping a hybrid such as this, for many years, should return the initial investment, that will offset the purchasing ... Read More