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TheBraveOutside, 02/10/2010
2001 Ford Escape XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Really fun to drive. As it gets up in age, it shows that isn't ready for a long-term commitment. Difficulty keeping exterior free of rust. Nearly failed state inspection for it. Had it repaired 12/09, by 2/10 it shows signs of returning. Auto transmission isn't shot, but occasionally is prone to strange outbursts or improper shifting. Has been having brake issues... as it stands, I just went out to drive it and the brakes are non-existent and the "Brake" light is on. Master cylinder? Brake line (had one replaced in 7/09)? Time to call the mechanic -- just had a ball joint replaced 3 days ago. 158K on the odometer.
The Escape Means Well
djphilosophy, 11/24/2004
2001 Ford Escape XLS 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have treated this SUV with loving care & maintenance. It has all the fun things people want in an SUV, including space & performance. Unfortunately, the transmission died at 46K miles, has had 5 recalls (one involving the seatbelt receptacle!), & the local Ford dealership has been horrendous with service. I don't know who to complain to, but I know I will never buy Ford vehicles again! And the Escape had so much going for it. American automakers seem to give only a 60% effort into making a great car. Their cars come out half-baked! They look great on the outside, but all fragile on the inside.
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Disappointed
Tonyyy, 11/24/2004
2001 Ford Escape XLT 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Check engine light keeps coming on for problem after problem. Most recently, at 51k, engine misfire. Had to replace ignition coil, ignitor - that didn't work. Ended up at dealer service ripping apart the whole engine to replace a bad valve - big expense. Big disappointment. CD player gets CD's stuck all the time, luggage rack needed repainted after only 10K, powered seats not working properly, really not enough head room for me at 6'4". Nice looking vehicle, but I'll be looking elsewhere next time.
Great Truck!
Cheeseflyer, 03/13/2003
2001 Ford Escape XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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What I Love: Fun to drive, powerful, great in the snow, great payload for hauling cheese, rear seats fold down flat. What I Hate: I leave the lights on all the time - The truck "dings" for 30 seconds before turning off the lights - very annoying!, poor gas milage (17-18 in the city, 20-22 on the hwy, disapointing) Overall - I LOVE MY TRUCK!!
Escape
tamo, 01/22/2003
2001 Ford Escape XLS 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Coolant light too closely resembles battery light. Gear shifter gets in the way of changing the radio...that's about it!