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Used 2005 Ford Escape XLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Head and shoulders above small SUVs

Higheriq, 09/09/2005
Ford Escape XLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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Wanting something other than my old F150 for better gas mileage, and wanting 4WD, I had looked at a Toyota RAV4, Subaru Outback, and the Escape. Feature for feature, the Escape had the others beat. What sealed the deal was the price. The gas mileage with the Escape, equipped this way, is one of the very few vehicles which gets BETTER gas mileage than the EPA estimates. The ride is firm, controlled, and quiet (even at interstate speeds). The interior appointments give me more features than I will ever use. Strong air conditioner, great 4WD system, and more than ample power even with the 4 cylinder. The choice was obvious.

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5 out of 5 stars

Go Escape

Roberto (Bobby), 01/24/2004
Ford Escape XLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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This is a superb auto in every way. It is a spacious SUV yet gets excellent gas mileage. The seats are comfortable & high enough to see the rosd, & provide solid support for the back. Reliability has been tops. Recommend this vihicle over all others in its class!

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Pretty Good Little SUV

Tink7796, 06/29/2005
Ford Escape XLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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This vehicle handles very well in the snow and in the everyday around town driving. However it is VERY VERY VERY sluggish on the highway or going up hills. Also the cruise control is not very good (you will either go 5 mph under or 5 mph over where you have the cruise control set). If you are looking for a vehicle to commute in, TRY THE 6 cylinder or another vehicle all together! If you are looking for a cheap, reliable SUV to get around town in, this is the one for you.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

not for off road

ZACK, 09/08/2005
Ford Escape XLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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i took my Escape to the ranch and the road was, as usual, muddy and thick. It performed great, but it seemed to slow down further when I took it out to test it with water... it almost failed me. It slowed down dramatically and it just about let me down. It still works; I rely on it on road with little bit of a puddle ... it still scares me to take against nature's worst.

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5 out of 5 stars

Ford Owner Family

Adirondack Color, 09/11/2004
Ford Escape XLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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Very practical and fun vehicle. Just the right vehicle for the Northeasts quickly changing weather conditions. This unit has all the bells and whistles anyone could want in a package this size. Loads of cargo space with the seats down for stocking up on supplies.

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