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schoolbus, 04/30/2004
2001 Ford Escape XLT 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the first time I decided to let the other person take the depreciation. I have owned this car for 14 months and its been great. It had come off a lease and was in prefect shape. I had the dealer throw in a 100k warranty but haven't used it yet. I did, however, use the factory warranty right away for 3 minor problems. The car is a little bumpy since it is a SUV but has a lot of pep (V6) and handles quite nice. I only use it for local driving and going to the mountains. My husband hates the chrome yellow color but I can always find it. I don't think I will ever buy new again.
Love the Escape but not the engine
Debidoodl, 06/29/2004
2001 Ford Escape XLT 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my 2001 Escape XLT. It has a sunroof, 6 cd changer, great speakers, good speed. Only, at 50,000 miles, I've already had to replace the master cylinder, power brake booster, brakes, and have 2 recalls fixed. Now, my engine light is on for the 2nd time in 3 weeks. How can I be attached to a car that is making me question why I bought domestic? I've owned a Honda and Toyota, loved both of them, particularly the lack of maintenance issues. I'm struggling with whether or not to replace this car, before I finish paying it off! I'm just concerned about future issues if it's had so many at 50,000 miles!
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Great smaller SUV
Average Joe2, 07/14/2004
2001 Ford Escape XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Great SUV overall. Had no problems through 3+ years of ownership. Has great pickup speed and better fuel efficiency than many SUV's. Comfortable ride and fun/sporty to drive. 4x4 is just as good if not better than my previous full size SUV.
Fun, Reliable, Versatile, Great on Gas
Geoff, 12/02/2008
2001 Ford Escape XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the best vehicle I have ever owned. Excellent sound system, huge sunroof, very versatile. Great on gas for an SUV with 4x4 and V6 engine. On a long trip with the A/C on I averaged 24-25MPG! With the A/C I got 28MPG! The engine is very powerful making passing or merging effortless. Handles great in the snow. Never have I felt out of control, all handling is predictable. Very fun to drive! You will not regret purchasing an Escape!
park bench seats
Dick Cahill, 05/31/2002
2001 Ford Escape XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had it 11 months and the seats are a little more comfortable then a park bench. The dome light switch should be on the dash. The trans seams like it is going out at 42000 miles shifts out of overdrive everytime you let off the gas at highway speeds.Very small inside for what I do. I am in sales and travel 4 states. I would trade back for my GMC Safari van in a heartbeat. The short wheelbase beats you up after you drive 300-400 miles in a day. The gas millage is okay but the tank is so small you stop for gas 2 or 3 times a day. Overall I would not buy it again!