Used 2005 Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Not bad
acceptable, 07/07/2008
Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this vehicle Jan 06 after having a base Taurus. I like the zippyness I get from this 4cyl 5 speed. Gas mileage is great for an SUV at 27 hwy summer and 24 hwy winter here in MN. As read in other reviews can't stand the poor quality paint but to go along with design we do travel on some gravel roads and when wet or muddy the doors in the rear will get mud and dirt between them and the inside - my other vehicles never had this and I think this is terrible. I am quite conscious of this so I make sure to clean this area afterward because I don't want it to rust out before its time
Love it!
JHTKGT, 04/11/2007
Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When we got this car, I was worried that it felt to much like a truck, rather than a car. This actually wasn't an issue, since I got used to the new feel very fast (we had never owned an SUV before). It's very easy to handle and very comfortable. I love the leather seats, tinted windows and roof rack. It is perfect for us, since we travel a lot. I actually only have one major complaint: The gas tank. This one really irritates me! Every single time I try to fill it up, the nozzle clicks off, as if it's full (when it's completely empty). My husband said it's the gas fumes in the tank, but even when I let the fumes air out before pumping, it happens every time I squeeze the nozzle handle!
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D LITTLE, 05/11/2006
Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I really enjoy my vehicle. My only complaint - some areas of craftsmanship appear rushed around doors and carpet areas. Also my shocks have small leak at only 22,000 miles.
Affordable performance and room
John Engelmann, 02/17/2004
Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Perfect size for single person or couple with two or less children. A lot of space for the price. Handles well and has sufficient power for the smooth shifting 5 speed manual transmission under the power of the 4 cyl engine. The 4 cyl engine in that vast engine compartment puts everything in easy accessible reach. All controls are straight-forward and well-located. Great fuel economy for a vehicle of that size. This car was enough to get me to reconsider my 14 years straight of VW purchases.
Build better
Cathy, 01/02/2005
Ford Escape XLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I like my Escape but the only thing I don't like is the cheap interior. The fan knobs break easy and I think they should use a higher quality material.