2006 Ford Escape Consumer Reviews

very satisfired

Written by: rwc on 06/30/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Wife has a rav4 and this suv is very comparable, v6 has plenty of power and gets decent gas mileage. I would purchase this vehicle again in a heart beat.

Favorite Features

rugged look and handling

Suggested Improvements

doors seem a little to light.....

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Well....

Written by: Luke W on 05/15/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I bought this car in june of 08. it was a great car for about 20 miles. then a wheel bearing went out and completly ruined my two front tires. the windows rattle, alot of random noises and the stereo is going bad for a third time. Its not a bad car but i would have never bought it if i woulda known. Lots of little issues. And it beeps wayyy to much. gets very annoying very fast.

Favorite Features

Descent gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

Well i suggest staring over. Buy a honda or a better brand, Ford is bankrupt

3 out 12 people found this review helpful

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Saved My Bacon!

Written by: rmaddox on 05/05/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased a used Escape just two months ago, so this won't have a lot of detail. However, it probably saved me from serious injury a few days ago. I was struck while legally crossing an intersection by a man who ran his red light. His Chevy Cavalier was totaled and he hit me on almost directly on my passenger wheel. My entire front has been shifted over and most likely will be totaled out by my insurance. However, from the dash back, it looks completely fine. I sustained a whiplash injury, but very little else. Had I been in my old car, a sporty small coupe, I believe I would have had many more injuries.

Favorite Features

Safety! Liked the large amount of cargo room. Also appreciated being in a larger vehicle that still drove reasonably well.

Suggested Improvements

Back window creaked when going over bumps. AWD has to have all tires replaced at the same time. (Good to know.) Road noise pronounced on hwy. Wished the AC functioned a little differently. Not sure about fuel economy. Cushion fabric stains BADLY! Ford needs to fix that.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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EXCELLENT SUV

Written by: Sean Sudduth on 04/23/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)

Review

This car is a dream come true. No problems at all. I just changed out the front disk brakes at 60,000 miles, although still they had plenty of miles left. I expect the Continetal tires to reach 75,000 miles. Engine runs like a champ. 5w20 synthetic all year round. Great acceleration on a 4 cyl. I think that ford could design a quite engine technology, that would be nice. The car gets awesome gas mileage, way above the EPA estimated 21 city / 26 hwy. Nice stereo system, Audiophile 300 w/ 10" sub in rear, all stock. I will purchase my next car from FORD Motor Company.

Favorite Features

Gas Mileage, 21-22 in the City and 26- 33 MPG on the highway. I could not beleive this myself! I drove the speed limit, 55 mph full tank to empty check mpg and I got 33.42. I so badly wanted to round that up!

Suggested Improvements

The back seating area is a little uncomfortable, it would be nicer if there was a arm rest and the seat backs could recline or adjust. I think there is more than anticipated engine noise, would be nice if ford would design a quite engine technology. THIS IS A GREAT SUV, KUDOS TO YOU FORD!

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Not bad for an SUV

Written by: Lows1961 on 04/03/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT Sport 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Bought this SUV in Feb of this year, of course we bought it used, we liked it for the looks, how it drove and the colour ( charcoal Grey). I was impressed with the pick-up it has and the handling on the road and in the weather conditions. This one came with all leather interior and the first and only owner before us went as far as ordering an all leather steering wheel, very nice. The sound system is awesome, it has the 6 cd changer and 6 speakers with a built-in amp, it came with all the bells and whistles. My only problem with this vehicle is it stinks on gas or it may be due to the small gas tank, at most I can get 450km per tank at the same time it only cost me to fill it up around 45.00

Favorite Features

All leather interior Sound system Looks and design

Suggested Improvements

Needs a bigger gas tank, gas tank on this SUV is way to small for the size Only holds from empty to full about 45 dollars and that is @ 85 cents a litre

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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garbage on wheels

Written by: 4wdford on 03/25/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Where to begin? 15 mpg is the best we can get, and that's driving nice. The v6 struggles all the time, and smells like burning oil when parked after a run. Within the past 2 weeks the ABS has failed, the 4WD light has come on, and it pulls to the right under acceleration. The transmission now clunks when shifting. The factory tires are junk and started humming loudly after 15 000 km. To top things off, there are weird clunking noises coming from the back and front end. All this after 45,000 km, not miles!

Favorite Features

One day this SUV will be on a scrap heap where it belongs, that's the best feature.

Suggested Improvements

The engine, the drivetrain, the whole darn thing!

4 out 11 people found this review helpful

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Reliable and Fun to drive.

Written by: Preston on 03/21/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Purchased vehicle used in Jan '07. Have put 40K miles on it and have had no problems. Change oil and filters regularly. Other than that - nothing. Brakes still like new - will get 75K or more on pads. Conti tires still have 40% tread left. I expect to get 65K on them. Vehicle is good in snow. Have driven through 2ft+ snow storms without a problem. No problems in rain storms either. Highway mileage is 24+mpg - not bad for an SUV. City mileage brings overall mileage down to 21.1mpg. Still not too bad. Long story short - good vehicle. Would probably buy another.

Favorite Features

All wheel drive. Heating and ac system. Radio.

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage .. of course.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Indestructible

Written by: April on 03/12/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLS 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I love this SUV. I put high miles on every year, drive 6 miles of dirt roads every day, and I have never had to have this SUV back to the dealer for any major warrenty work. This thing runs like a bear through snow, and is so comfortable to drive. I will be buying another one in a few years, and will be givig this one to my nephew for great college vehicle.

Favorite Features

Super reliable! Doesn't nickel and dime me, and waste my time with warrenty work.

Suggested Improvements

Light weight body. Really need to hang on to the wheel in high winds.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Good performer

Written by: Escaper on 02/05/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

The only times I had problems was when I first purchased it. The window would rattle and make a odd click noise when starting. The dealer fixed it and no problems since then. The ride is smooth and if you don't watch it, you will be speeding, it's a smooth accelerator. I have the V6 model. Plus a sunroof.

Favorite Features

Sunroof and 6 disc CD changer. Smooth acceleration and has a lot of pep. 4 cupholders and fold down rear seats. Unaware of any blind spots. Drives well on ice and rainy roads.

Suggested Improvements

More comfortable seats.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Built by Children

Written by: Richard Coffin on 01/14/2009

Vehicle

2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

It's hard to discribe the disappointment experienced from this vehicle. I'll just point out the facts. 48000kms in 34 months from new. 1) 4th transmission on it's way out. 2) ABS/power brakes failed twice. 3) tire pressure sensor failed 4 times 4) rear axle seal leaked 5) windshield washer sensor light failure 6) loose parts banging around in floor or dash since 6 months after purchase. 7) understeers like a cab over tow truck towing an overweight vehicle. 8) Conteinental Contitrac tires rounded out like a wheel barrow tire. aLway properly inflated. 9) 1st gear is like 2nd in any other car. (Poor gear ratios) 10) Avg fuel economy 14.62 miles per gallon or 16.01 liters/100km.

Favorite Features

Decent cargo capacity. Rear glass opens separate from door. Power seat.

Suggested Improvements

Wipe the design slate clean and start over. Consider a new engine. This engine first came into production in 1996. Use the 3.5l v6 from teh edge/Fles/Taurus X. it's suppoedly more fuel efficient and decades smoother.

1 out 4 people found this review helpful

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