Used 2005 Ford Escape Consumer Reviews
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Best for your money
gaa9021, 02/16/2004
2005 Ford Escape Limited Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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With all the extra features and comfort package it feels like I'm driving a luxury vehicle without the heavy ticket sale. I highly recommend it for young buyers and those with economic sense.
Michigan based company finally makes one
Su, 03/26/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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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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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.
Hbrid Review
anthony santoro, 03/27/2005
2005 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Overall good buy. 4 cylinder hybrid is very sluggish on start ups. Other than that, so far, no problems.
Should have waited for the Hybrid
Jeanette, 03/29/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought the '05 XLS mainly because I'm a tall woman with back problems (thanks to Army). I wanted something that wouldn't eat that much gas and safer than my '97 Saturn was for my children. I love driving it, I can jump curves and I'm able to drive it almost like a Humvee. I should have shelled out the extra money though for a V6, so that I wouldn't have to floor it when I'm passing someone. Overall I like but I should have waited until the Hybrid came out so that I could save more money on gas.