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 6.6
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Overall Ratings
- Its early hybrid system is a step in the right direction but, along with its quality and design, is ready for an upgrade.
6.8 / 10
Dynamics
8.0 / 10
Engine Performance- More torque and freeway passing power than expected for a hybrid.
6.0 / 10
Transmission Performance- The CVT takes some getting used to. This one does not have a manual shift mode.
6.0 / 10 Brake Performance- Very heavy initial pedal feeling - almost like a spring.
6.0 / 10 Steering Perfomance- This is bad electronic power steering. It is very light and has little feel.
7.0 / 10 Handling- Just okay, nothing special. High center of gravity body roll feel with only marginal grip.
7.0 / 10 Off-road Performance
7.0 / 10 Towing Performance
7.0 / 10 Fun-to-Drive- No, not really. But no chore either.
6.4 / 10 Comfort
6.0 / 10 Ride Comfort- Not too hard, but it has a tendency to buck and pitch a bit on the wrong roads.
7.0 / 10 Wind Noise- Acceptable levels pervade the cabin.
7.0 / 10 Road Noise- Nothing more than should be expected from a small SUV.
6.0 / 10 Front Seat Comfort/Space/Access- Seats not sufficiently adjustable and space is only average.
7.0 / 10 Rear Seat Comfort/Space/Access- On par with the rest of the segment.
7.0 / 10 3rd Seat Comfort/Space/Access
5.0 / 10
Driving Position- A poor design for taller drivers. The steering wheel is too far away, too low and the H-point too high.
6.8 / 10 Function
7.0 / 10 Headlight Illumination- Bright and clear.
8.0 / 10 Visibility- Lots of glass, slender pillars and no external spare to block the view makes for great visibility.
7.0 / 10 Instrument Panel Layout- Quite plain with an odd choice of color contrast.
5.0 / 10 Climate Control System Layout- Normal A/C is disabled when battery power is engaged. Max A/C is the only way to keep it going but then the car never reverts to battery mode. It needs an electric compressor.
6.0 / 10 Audio System Layout- Too many buttons on such a tiny NAV screen. Not very user-friendly.
7.0 / 10 Secondary Control Layout- All controls are where they should be.
7.0 / 10 Interior Storage- Adequate for a car of this size.
7.0 / 10 Standard Cargo/Trunk Space- Average for its class.
7.0 / 10 Maximum Cargo Space (ease & amount)- Folding rear seats allow for storage of larger items.
7.0 / 10 Cupholders- They get the job done. Nothing extraordinary.
6.3 / 10 Design/Build Quality
6.0 / 10 Exterior Design- Not trend setting by any means. Its boxy style looked outdated when it was new.
6.0 / 10 Interior Design- Too modular-looking. Utilitarian, but never sporty
6.0 / 10 Interior Materials- Use of materials is really below par.
6.0 / 10 Interior Control Tactile Feel- Steering wheel control stalks seem flimsy and of lesser quality than we hoped.
7.0 / 10 Squeaks & Rattles- Nothing to mention.
7.0 / 10 Panel Fitment & Gaps- Average build quality.
Consumer Ratings are also available for this style.
See the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid Consumer Ratings |
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