By Bob on 09/29/10 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have 42,000 miles and no problems except for the trans leak recall. I do mixed driving and average 21 mpg with the 3 liter v/6. Twice a year I tow about 3000 lbs of boat, and trailor. The 3500 lbs tow rating is maxed. The newer 3.5 v/6 may tow better, due to more power. I do like the vehicle.
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By marvnjenn on 09/26/10 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
You know I am American and always felt the need to buy an American car. Well this is one of the worst cars I have owned. I noticed after my warranty ran out that the paint on the trim in the wheel wells chipped and was rusting. The dealership told me it was from rocks hitting my car. I looked on their lot and there where 4 of the same trucks with the same issue. All of the 2008 are rusting and I will NEVER but American again. I have had other issues but if you are still under warranty check for rusting and they will fix it otherwise you are out of luck. Mariners owners this goes for you as well.
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By flnycus on 08/17/10 08:45 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This has been a great car to drive, fun, like the comfort, the seats, easy to get around NYC in. However, it has been in the dealer far too many times. 1. Vibrating/Noise from the rear when breaking, in to dealer 3 times, still not fixed. 2. Electric mirror went out. 3. Transmission fluid leaked. 4. Transmission slipped/broken only 35k miles. 5. Paint peeling off car revealing gray undercoat in 2 places at 35k miles. 6. Trim paint flaked off doors 3 times. Maybe we got a lemon, but i would buy it again if it was reliable, but with kids i depend on the vehicle and i need it with me not at the dealer!
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By gcedmondson on 05/11/10 13:36 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Dealership was great to deal with. I loved driving this vehicle through the winter. It went through the snow wonderfully. I never had to wonder if I would be able to get round. I would recommend if you own an 2008 to be sure to do the recent March 2010 recall for the Transmission fluid cooler. I took mine in to be fix only to find out that I was miles away from ruining my Escape.
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5 of 6 people found this review helpful
By stephani555 on 05/05/10 13:10 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
How come this is the only web site that shows the recall information for the 2008 ford Transmission Fluid cooler in your vehicle may develop a crack and leak transmission fluid. If not repaired, this leak may result in rough/harsh shifting and potential damage to the transmission." "FMC has authorized your dealer to perform the repairs under this program on your vehicle free of charge (parts and labor). The Program will be in effect until August 31, 2010 regardless of mileage.
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By jon smith on 04/30/10 00:15 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
In March 2009, I wrote a review just after my tran. cooler went out after 38,000 miles. After more then a year and the car having 48,000 miles now, no problems have occurred. Its experienced -30 F for 3 weeks straight not to mention months of harsh winter snows in Montana. I can say that the car has held up well. I would suggest to anyone considering buying a used escape, is to get a warranty. It'll save you in the long round. Tran. cooler will cost $950 and they fail about 75% of the time. I have 8 friends with 2008 escapes and 6 have replaced them. If I were you get an Acura MDX instead you'll thank me later.
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By G.Johnson on 04/24/10 09:46 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
My 3yr/60,000km lease is about to expire and I've decided to share my thoughts. This SUV is my first FORD product and has met my expectations. The transmission cooler went at about 40,000km and was replaced and covered in the lease. Other than that, the 3.0lV6 and powertrain have been very good and the SUV has done flawlessly on many trips across Alberta and British Columbia.
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By L.Z.Patton on 04/15/10 08:02 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought a 2008 Escape after my 2001 Escape started getting up there in miles. I have had no major problems at all. I'm not crazy about the interior of the XLT- the console is worthless- but I wanted the V6, so I didn't get the XLS. I've had no breakdowns, and only one repair (a recall for the AC/transmission fluid problem that others have encountered). I couldn't be happier.
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By lou on 04/09/10 05:53 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I leased this vehicle for 3 years. I drive a good distance to work so I budgeted in the lease 18000 miles a year. This vehicle was the V6 XLT with tow package. I tow 2 snowmobiles and this fit perfectly. This also only had FWD. Window sticker stated 18-24 mpg. I can say I average 22-23 on combined city and hwy between work. I average 26-27 on the hwy on long trips. Over all I did like the vehicle. It was reliable and did exactly what I wanted. It has been to Canada twice and the only thing I had to do to the vehicle is replace one of the antilock break sensors at around 40K ($200). Ford backs their products. Recently my oil cooler had a leak. Discovered at 48K miles. Ford replaced it 4 free.
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By geop on 03/27/10 17:46 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Overall it's not a bad small SUV. The ride is rough as it's on a truck frame and has a small wheel base. The 4 cylinder does OK for a 4cyl. It does need to shift out of over drive climbing up inclines on the highway. The seats are a bit stiff. There is enough room for me as I'm 6 ft. I like the fact that you can open the back window without having to open the hatchback to load small items.
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