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5 out of 5 stars

Ford Escape XLT

pj2300, 04/19/2004
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 2WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Great vehicle! We are so glad making this purchase. Powerful V-6, handles like a car, great hauling capability. Will more than likely be a repeat buyer.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Great car overall!

weezielynn, 08/08/2006
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I have owned my Escape since May 2002 and overall it has been a wonderful car for me. It is very fun to drive and really moves quick and easy. The only big problem I had was when the transmission went out at under 10,000 miles. Major upset for me! It was fixed under warranty but for a long time I was still pretty annoyed. Based on some of the other comments apparently this is a problem with the Escape. Otherwise I am very happy with my SUV.

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escapee, 03/15/2002
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 2WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the best of both worlds!!! I drive mostly in the city, congestion, tight parking, etc... The Escape drives, and handles well, performs well too! Gas milage only about 18 (CITY) I did get 24 (HIGHWAY) ONE time! This vehicle has never been back for service, other than oil change, It is even better than the 2001, that I had, that was wrecked with 16K on it! My only complaints are small... I would like to see a lighted ignition switch, (It's hard to find at night) and I would like a little better ride, like the NEW Explorer! Definately the MOST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK SUV (in my opinion)

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Pam's Ford Escape

Pam B, 04/24/2004
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I am surprised how much fun the Escape is to drive. It handles well. It feels solid when you are driving it. The interior is very roomy. It has plenty of room in the back seat for 2 car seats.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Gotta Luv It

Fordlady, 02/18/2002
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Well I have had my escape since May 2001 and I Love it. I have had a few problems though with the Alarm and Key systems. They had to replace the "brain" of the car soon after we took it home bc of a malfunction with the digital key system. The wind noise could be better but I dont notice it too much bc of the great stereo system. All in all a fun and safe car to drive that has its minor flaws.

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4 out of 5 stars

Soccer Mom Vehicle

Anastasia Garnett, 04/27/2004
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 2WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Sturdy, affordable vehicle with capacity to hold passengers comfortably. Ride is adequate for the price.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

XLT 4WD Premium

TRC, 06/10/2002
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I've put 3000 miles on the XLT Premium I bought a month ago, and am very satisified with it. The V6 has plenty of power & a solid feel. Only downside is that I'm averaging just over 20 mpg at 70 mph highway speeds. The ABS brakes are very smooth. It took a few tries to get the driver's seat adjusted right, but now it's comfortable even on long drives. Plenty of cargo space with the seat folded, and flipping the seats is easy. Only problem so far was with the 6-disc CD changer. I loaded a disc but it wouldn't play or eject. A stereo tech replaced it in 5 minutes and the new one works great.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

i LOVE IT

KAYRON THOMPSON, 05/01/2004
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 2WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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i HAVE HAD MY ESCAPE FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW IT RIDES VERY SMOOTH. IT'S REALLY GOOD ON GAS AND COMFORTABLE WHEN TRAVELING MY KIDS LOVE IT ALSO

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5 out of 5 stars

Better than my previous Jeep Cherokee

cincinnati, 03/26/2002
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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The Escape is fun, designed well, quiet, comfortable and handles very well. I was a solid Jeep person for 30 years until I drove the Escape. Better gas mileage, more for your money with a corresponding lower price. I paid more for my last Jeep Cherokee four years ago than I paid for my Escape and the options on both are about the same. I got the 4X4 XLT model which comes standard with a lot of options. The only real option that was on the Escape was the Mach stereo system which has 300 watts, seven speakers, and a 6 CD changer. This thing rocks! And the way the weather has been lately, I may still get to try it in the snow!

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2.75 out of 5 stars

Long List of Problems

Bad luck ford, 10/07/2002
2002 Ford Escape XLT Choice 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought 2001 XLT loaded escape Dec. 2000. After 4000 km. Serpentine belt idler pulley fell off. 8000km smelt burnt oil inside cab. Dealer replaced complete engine! Neighbour bought same vehicle same problem. Replaced jammed seat carriage. Hgh spd vibration in front end. Rebushed something and balance tires(Pour PDI) Plastic kick plate mouldings were replaced (needs mud flaps from factory) CD player jammed, deck replaced. Very poor quality job done by Ford. Dealer did rebate some cash and provide adaquate service each and every time this vehicle was in the shop (way too much shop time) Needs new engine coolant level sensor...on and on. Gas milage poor.

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