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Practical, Powerful, Plenty of Space
iowalee, 09/12/2004
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I have a certified used auto with 31,000 miles. It has been reliable, handles well in a variety of road conditions, and a peppy V-6 engine. I had 3 minor problems covered free under the warrantee: Recall for engine stall. I never experienced this. The 6 CD player stopped working. The stuck discs were recovered and return. Inside AC/heat fan was noisy. No problem with Dealer
much better than expected
Tekawiz, 12/08/2002
2002 Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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The car has performed better than expected in all areas, especially in fuel efficiency. I get about 26 mpg. Engine performs well and is smooth for 4 cylinder. I can go over 400 miles on a full tank of gas. Plenty of power to get up exteneded hill climbs and performes well on winding roads. Turning radius is excellent, an unexpected surprise.
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Transmission Problems Buyer Beware
Sis, 12/09/2005
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Fun to drive when running. Not fun to pay for a new transmission. Was told that the Escape has a poor transmission and it reflected that when it died after the warranty had expired. Found out that others are having the same problem with their Ford Escapes via internet research. Buyer beware - transmission very poor.
Love it!!
cindyc97, 08/30/2002
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I am a first time SUV owner as well, and couldn't be more pleased with my purchase....awesome car!
Fun to Drive
Fred J, 01/04/2006
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Very good seats; good support.
Mechanically Unsoud
Amy Ostrow, 02/02/2004
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Great ride when it is functioning.
2002 Escape
Stick shift fanatic, 09/11/2002
2002 Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I love the 5 speed stick shift . It was great getting this with 4WD. Handles great in bad weather. Seating is comfortable especially with teenagers in the back seat. It is fun driving my sporty bright red Escape.
Nice car
Rick, 03/26/2006
2002 Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought the car without doing much research. It is fun to drive, has great acceleration, and is very good in snow. Has lots of storage, and is very comfortable for long drives. The ride is much better than the Explorer I owned prior to buying this car. I have had absolutely zero problems with the car.
Bad Engine
Ed Monk, 01/02/2005
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 2WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I was a fan of this vehicle until the engine self-destructed at 47,000 miles, by throwing a rod and tearing apart the engine. And this after buying it new and changing the oil every 3,000 miles, like clockwork. When I pay over $20k for a new car, I expect over 50,000 miles and 3 years out of the car.
2002 Ford Escape
Wannebo, 03/07/2004
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Fun to drive. Great clearance, speed, maneuverability.