Used 2002 Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Going back to Jeep
Rottmom, 04/22/2004
Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I traded in a 97 Jeep Wrangler for this pile of cheap junk. Not even 11,000 miles and this car needs new tires badly. Everything is plastic and fiberglass. Gear shift position is downright dangerous if you're reaching for the radio. WORST is the 4-wheel drive which really doesn't exist. I can't wait to unload this mediocre dangerous vehicle. Don't forget the recall that just came out. Ford dealer doesn't have evening or weekend service hours.
Hard to find manual transmission SUV
Midwesterner, 04/11/2002
Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We looked long and hard for an SUV with a manual transmission. The 2002 Escape has met our expectations and then some. Easy and fun to drive.
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Emster, 01/03/2007
Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is a good car for the most part, I think there are some design flaws that make this vehicle a "high maintenance" vehicle once the warranty is up. I had trouble with the wiring and windshield cracks. Overall, it got me where I needed to be with little trouble. It has a smooth ride and fits 5 comfortably.
Very Satisfied
Deborah Hill, 04/24/2002
Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love it. The only thing I could ask for would be more comfortable seats. Truly a great buy.
Average
Carol, 06/11/2008
Ford Escape XLS Value 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Escape new. I've had it 7 1/2 years & 75,000 miles+. The acceleration isn't too great. Handles well in snow and bad conditions. The last year or so, it's needed a lot of repairs. The struts have been changed and it still has suspension issues (rattles). Recently both the clutch and the clutch master cylinder went out at the same time. A very costly repair (At 72, 000 miles). Two teenagers did learn to drive on it. But I expected it to go longer before needing costly repairs. It has been reliable getting me where I need to go. Doesn't like steep hills too much. And CIncinnati has those. I don't think I'd buy another one though. Too many repairs needed too soon.