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Used 2006 Ford Escape SUV Consumer Reviews

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Love it so far...BUT...

crostolinaste, 08/08/2005
2006 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I just picked up my new Escape last week and I love it. I did have my eye on this model for some time and feel that I did a lot of research prior to the purchase. However, I discovered this last weekend on my first "roadtrip" that the air conditioning is inadequate -- it only blows the cool air through the dash vents, nothing below the waist. This is sort of an issue for me. At this point, I'm not sure if I would have decided against buying this model based on this one factor, but it really is a huge disappointment. I will definitely be seeking aftermarket repair shops to see about overriding Ford's inept cooling system.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

worth the money!

jeffc, 09/05/2005
2006 Ford Escape XLS 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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Just bought my Escape and my wife and love it! It's replacing a truck; and with fuel prices highly recommend so far! Decent gas mileage, plenty of pick-up.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love it! After shopping for 2 years

TGs, 09/16/2005
2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I wanted a small SUV since the Liberty came out in 2001, but I hated that back swinging door. I loved the Escape's cargo space and when they modified the front lights in 2006, and with Ford's Family plan, I just had to buy it at long last. I love it, my big dogs love it and it's just the right size! I get compliments on the beautiful Titanium green exterior color, and I'm finding that my gas mileage is averaging about 27 mpg; most of my driving is highway miles, so the Hybrid did not fit my bill. I love this car so much!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great vehicle - recommended

mojo, 08/25/2009
2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Great blend of economy and quality. Not quite as roomy as an Explorer, but is a lot more reasonable on gas and better for parking, etc.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Vibration at Highway Speeds

seadog2, 10/15/2005
2006 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Love the style and size and gas efficiency, but on the drive home from the dealer I noticed a vibration at 55mph - drove for about a month (thinking break in) and it never went away. Took to dealer and they "road force balanced" the tires - this appeared to hold for about 20 miles. It's back - apparently there are a few others who have experienced this (NHTSA reports and Usenet). No specific remedy! I will be going back to the dealer and giving them their 3 tries to fix - then its the lemon law. Other than the vibration - I love the little SUV. I test drove a couple of Escape rental cars and did not experience the vibration in those cars.

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