Used 2001 Ford Escape Consumer Reviews
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Ford Escape XLT 4WD
Tom C, 07/09/2002
2001 Ford Escape XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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One of the cheapest built vehicles I've ever owned. The paint is so thin that even the slightest abrasion goes through to the primer. The leather seats with lumbar support are uncomfortable and awkward to adjust. You can change the feel from a fist in your back to a shoe in your back. No padding on door armrests. Floor mats are under-sized (look like they shrunk). Outside step bars are useless and just get your pant leg dirty. The factory trailer hitch requires that you get under the vehicle to make the electrical connection. My '89 Ford Explorer II XLT was much better. This will be my last Ford.
Great in Snow!
rshoe, 02/07/2003
2001 Ford Escape XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had the Escape for almost two years. Very few problems. No major problems. Great ride in good weather. Really does great in the snow. A few rattles in the front suspension. Tires had to be replaced at 35,000 miles. Nice CD player/stereo. Automatic transmission seems to switch into overdrive too soon. Interior pretty comfortable. Good power. Gas mileage about right for a compact SUV.
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4 years and not one problem!
cascole, 09/21/2005
2001 Ford Escape XLT 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my Escape. I was nervous about it being the first model year, but I took the plunge. I've never regretted it. The Escape has great 'get up and go', is fun to drive, sporty & fits everything I need it to. Best of all -- I have not had a single problem with it in 4 years & over 70K miles! I hope to keep mine for another year, and may even go with another Escape when I do finally decide it's time for a change.
Outstanding SUV
brs, 07/10/2002
2001 Ford Escape XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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We tested lots of the small SUV's and picked the Escape. Very glad we did. 30,000 miles so far and everything has been great. Highly recommend this vehicle to anyone.
Not worth payments on vehicle
jileik, 08/29/2009
2001 Ford Escape XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I got this vehicle in 08/06 and fell in love with it i was trading in a Subaru Legacy AWD and wanted to keep the 4 Wheel drive without spending alot of money. I should have kept the subaru. From the time i got it things were happening, the front end was clunking, back end is severely cracked, transmission is gone, sealant around the doors comes off, doors are impossible to open, and only 2 out of the 6 cylinders work. While the interior is nice it is not worth the payments i am making, i am taking my chances on a FWD Toyota which is more reliable. I would not recommend this car unless you know a ford mechanic.