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My Escape is Awesome
vietnam71, 03/07/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Fun to drive, comfortable for my 6'2" frame. Very little engine or road noise. The V6 has the power you need to get up and go when needed. I test drove the CRV and Liberty and they don't hold a candle to the Escape.
Had an Infiniti QX4 before
pierceevan, 03/14/2004
2005 Ford Escape Limited Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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The fit and finish of the interior of the 2005 Escape Limited impressed me the most. The automatic transmission shifter has been moved from the steering column to the center floor console which I prefer. The leather interior is rich looking. The MPG ratings improved this year and performance is excellent.
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Love my Escape
Guru21, 03/30/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I had a 2003 F150 and was afraid I wouldn't like getting something a bit smaller, but I love the Escape. My wife and I just got married and wanted something to help build our family in. It's perfect. Plenty of room and plenty of potential for cargo space. Handles great and drives like a dream. We couldn't be happier.
Overallest Small SUV
kenstar23, 03/17/2004
2005 Ford Escape Limited AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I test drove a number of small SUV's in this class, and recently drove a Jeep Liberty for a week on a vacation. The Ford is more refined than the Jeep and makes better use of interior space. The Jeeps engine was slightly underpowered as is the Escape's...a bit more HP would help both. I was disappointed with the Jeep's mileage, only a bit more than 20 MPG. These were the two highest on my list for consideration. I chose the Escape. I've owned two Ford trucks previously and have had no reliability issues, actually no problems whatsoever.
Justin's No Boundaries Package
No Boundaries, 03/30/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I personally am a very outdoors type guy. I like biking, kayaking, camping, hiking, climbing; you name it I've done it. I purchased the No Boundaries Package for my Escape. I was debating between this and the Xterra. With everything that my wife and I do, and everything we bring with us, the Escape was a better choice. Not only that but it was more reasonably priced. We've found that it has ample room for both her and I, and my newborn son. We've been able to carry almost everything we take with us camping on the exterior rack. Including our bikes, and kayaks. We had a real rough night a while ago, and we folded the seats down and slept in the back of the Escape. It was comfortable.
FUN FUN FUN
Rod Barajas, 03/30/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I love my new 2005 Ford Escape...The front is cool looking and the interior is so fresh with the new floor shifter...I could not resist...I in the past thought the Escape was ugly...But for did a good job in redesigning this vehicle...I love the smart 4x4...It was a very good car to buy!
Ford Escape
Mac110m, 07/04/2006
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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Drives very nice .Good on long trips. Smart 4 wheel drive system works really good. Just love the whole SUV!
2005 FORD ESCAPE
kd890, 04/02/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I like everything on my new escape, the thing i most Like is the interior design, easy to drive and so soft.
You need an Escape too!
Iona Escape, 03/30/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I love my Escape. It handles well, seats are very comfortable on long rides, and short ones too! It handles very well in the snow and I didn't even purchase the 4-wheel drive feature. The 6-CD feature is very convenient for listening to audiobooks -you don't have to switch after every CD is done. Put the first 6 in and enjoy the story. The hatchback is very easy to use - lightweight, easy to close. The back seat could use some extra leg room, but is a comfortable ride otherwise. The fog lights are awesome, my old vehicle had fog lights - you couldn't see a difference - these are very bright. Other than the expensive fill-up these days, I'm very pleased I chose my Escape.
Great Redesign
JohnnieG, 04/14/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLT Sport AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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This Escape handles great and is fun to drive. On the open road it handles better than some of the larger SUV's. The 4 wheel disc brakes makes stopping very easy. The sound system sounds very rich, very little road/engine noise. I was looking into the new 2005 Equinox but this SUV has much more to offer.