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Used 2005 Ford Escape Consumer Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.63 out of 5 stars

I love it

MeganNY, 03/25/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I love my 2005 Ford Escape. I did a lot of reserch on compact SUVs and the Escape gives me the most bang for my buck. It's easy to drive, responsive and small enough to park anywhere (even in NYC)!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Survives a crash well

RST, 03/26/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT Sport AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Was broad sided with seats belt on and unit was totaled and only had broken wing bone and some broked ribs. Unit was still running after being dumped on both side with extensive damage - went out and purchased another of same.. Ok, it was a different color.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Michigan based company finally makes one

Su, 03/26/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I bought the car back in October '04. While I personally think it should be getting at least 30 MPG, the 26 and above that I am getting with it is acceptable. It does take time to learn to drive to get the better millage, so I'm giving myself time. The handling and quietness of the ride is terrific. The car always has the power available when or if I need it.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Not Bad

Sal, 03/26/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I just got my Escape a couple weeks ago. I noticed it was a louder ride then expected. Engine noise is a bit much but turning up the radio does help, lol. The ride is a bit stiff but it does say truck on the sticker. Getting the jack out does take some effort but I will say it has a better lug wrench then my old van. Pick up is a bit slugish but ok. It's a week old and I am not going to really romp on it yet. My biggest "not worth it" is that the factory step bars are to close to the body. They work well if putting stuff on the roof but not for a step in to it. Over all I am happy with it but time will tell.

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4 out of 5 stars

Hbrid Review

anthony santoro, 03/27/2005
2005 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Overall good buy. 4 cylinder hybrid is very sluggish on start ups. Other than that, so far, no problems.

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