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U.S. Power
Rob K., 02/16/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I've had my '05 XLT AWD V6 Escape for almost a year now, and I love it. It has excellent pickup, and I have driven the CR-V,Santa Fe, and the RAV4, and despite what some publications say, it is every bit as quiet as the others. As for performance and road feel, it simply blows the others off the road. The CR-V and the Santa Fe had sloppy handling, and the RAV4 was a little slow. As for interior quality, the CR-V and Santa Fe were way below. The Escape is a perfect combination of power, quality and practicality. The rest of the world just follows the leader!
A Good Value
John Troutman, 02/26/2005
2005 Ford Escape Limited Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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The Escape is easy to drive and is "light and easy" on its feet which means it is appropriately responsive to steering and braking. This SUV has plenty of pep and drives as well at 80 mph as it does at 30 mph. It has comfortable seating for four people on a long drive and comfortable seating for five people for short distances. The cargo capacity is not really limited and is sufficient for most needs. An excellent automobile.
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Ford Escape Hybrid Delivers
YesterdayWhen, 02/26/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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The Ford Escape Hybrid is a gem. It has exceptional power when needed and incredible responsiveness to the touch of the wheel. The Ford Escape hybrid just won the North American Truck of the year award in Jan. of 2005. If you drive one you will know why. The Ford Escape Hybrid is my favorite lifetime vehicle purchase to date. Ford went above and beyond to build this hybrid. It is a great feeling to have a SUV with good looks, one that is clean, with a super tax rebate at the end of the purchase year, that is actually using no petrol while crawling through traffic next to that monster gas guzzler and knowing that when you need to accelerate, the Ford Escape Hybrid will deliver!
Performance
linda pico, 02/26/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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I just love the way my Ford Escape handles. I was a little disappointed that it didn't have cruise control as a standard feature; however, I am still very happy with my SUV.
Very Impressive Locomotion
hammer60, 02/27/2005
2005 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I have been waiting for this Hybrid for a number of years and I am extremely pleased with the final product. The Escape Hybrid replaces my Jeep Wrangler and it is indeed 100% SUV. I'm proud to support hybrid technology and give my highest praises to Ford for creating the Escape Hybrid; a truly unique vehicle. I ordered my Hybrid at the end of October, 2004 and received the call that it was in on New Year's Eve! What a way to celebrate. I ordered AWD, leather (because I wanted the steering wheel), the NAV system for the energy display (hybrid drive!), extra air bags and the appearance group. It's a kick to drive, especially when only the electric motor is powering the vehicle; it is so quiet!