Used 2005 Ford Escape Consumer Reviews
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Allycat, 10/09/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLT Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I have knee problems and having a SUV makes getting in and out of the vehicle so much easier. The Escape gets better gas milage than the Taurus I had previously. The Escape is a great vehicle, easy to handle and goes where you want it to go. I have been going to the same dealership for years and they have never let me done with service or sales.
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Mr Ford, 10/09/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLT Sport Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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The escape has surpassed our expectations of a small SUV. We love the quick responce it has along with nice handling conditions. We get 18 mpg in town and 24 mpg on the highway, this is with the A/C on (live in Florida). Only have 3 faults with it, seating material cheap, to small gas tank,and tires are noisey (contitrac). Out of the 3 I would consider the gas tank the most important,it needs a 20 gallon tank. I would recommend this SUV to anyone. Ford does have a better idea.
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mdf, 10/16/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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Just bought it and love it. I needed a larger vehicle that still got good gas mileage and it does! Plenty O' room for 4 adults and your stuff in the back.
Excellent small SUV
Dr. Effy Oz, 01/08/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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We looked at several mid-size and small SUVs. The midsize ones were too bulky and usually with poor visibility for us. The final debate was between the Escape and its cousin, the Mazda Tribute. The latter has a softer ride and longer warranty. The discounts were greater than those for the Escape ($3k vs $2k, and $500 vs $400 college grad discount), but overall we got a better deal from our Ford dealer than we could get for the Tribute. It's hard to decline $2,500 below invoice. The vehicle rides as we expected. The V6 accelerates well and is a pleasure to drive. The sound system is so good that it's overkill (300 Watts!).
Warning! Faulty Left front Strut
Big Dan, 07/22/2005
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought it in Jan. '05. We love it! However from the beginning a thump has been heard coming from area of left front-end. A road trip to Scott City, Kansas revealed more noise. A terrific dealership there determined the left strut may have been improperly mounted when the car was built by manufacturer. They replace and corrected mount and everything has been perfect since. The next time we trade I'm taking the Escape and buying my wife a new one.
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Susan Sturdevant, 10/19/2004
2005 Ford Escape Limited AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Intended to trade 2003 F150 4wd for 2004 model of same. Did not care for the cumbersome large car feel of newly designed truck. Test drove the Escape and found it far more comfortable and easier to handle. Having driven a truck for the last fifteen years (I raise horses and cattle), but also having other trucks to do the "work" I opted for the SUV. I have not regreted it in the least, and would not hesitate to do it again.
Finally, A Nice Ford Vehicle
Kerri, 10/20/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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I am very pleased with my new vehicle. I was a little hesatant to buy a Ford due to their past problems. However, the Escape has a nice ride and fuel efficant for as well as a SUV can be. I was also pleased by the way I was treated by the Ford dealership that I went to. All in all, I am extremely happy with my new purchase.
Great SUV
bill lee, 12/08/2008
2005 Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Looked far and wide for a 4 cyl/5 speed FWD. This is a great drivetrain. Have gotten 31 MPG several times. Overall I get 28+MPG on my mostly highway commute. Snow is no problem with FWD. I run good snow tires and have had no problems even in deep snow. Not as good as my old jeep but never got stuck. Get the 05 and up vs the 04 if you can. Much better interior design and the bigger 2.3 motor gives better performance and fuel milage. Looked at the Toyota and Honda, but were much more expensive and much smaller. My son is 6'3" and fits in the back with no problems. Also no $300-500 timing belt to worry about on these cars. Has been very reliable. 60,000 miles and no problems what so ever.
LOVE THIS CAR
Simone, 07/23/2005
2005 Ford Escape Limited Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Have had Escape '05 Limited for 3 days; test drove about 9 months ago and last week when a tree finished off my '97 RAV4 I knew it was time. This car is fabulous. The leather seats are worth every penny (you will be sorry if you settle for cloth). It drives effortlessly, comfortably with little road noise, good stereo, beautiful interior. I have read all reviews on Edmunds for Tribute, CR-V, RAV4 and more people than any other car agree about the Escape - it is FUN! See CR-V complaints about noise, few standard options, RAV4 about comfort and power, and Tribute for just plain boring exterior. Mariner is supposed to be equal car but not many people are buying it or have rated it.
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dterry1234, 10/23/2004
2005 Ford Escape XLT AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Smoothest ride of any SUV-type vehicle I've been in. Very stable with solid feel to road while driving. My St. Bernard dog loves riding in it and enjoys the side step for getting in/out. Cannot imagine having any other vehicle.