Used 2008 Ford Escape Consumer Reviews
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Good For the money
astromike, 04/20/2009
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I am a tall guy that likes alot of head/leg room, as well as cargo room. During these recession times where fuel econemy is VERY important, I figured this is the closest SUV to a car as I will find, at an afforadable price. You will average about 22/24 mpg. (4 cylinder). Which I am OK with. The exterior body design has been given a more masculine truck like appearance which I like! For a tall guy (6'1) I have ample head room. Seats could be just a bit more comfy.
2008 Ford Escape great vehicle, great value.
Ken, 03/18/2019
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2008 Ford Escape in 2018. A transmission flush radiator flush and shocks replaced Since it was a 4-cylinder inline engine it is really economical on the gas 22 miles per gallon in City 26 miles on Highway. I bought this vehicle with a hundred fifty thousand miles and it runs great. I live in Colorado where it snows frequently and I have no problems on the road. And it's only a front-wheel drive. Has hydraulic steering which makes a turning radius is great. Very smooth ride. Lots of cargo room. Since it was 10 years old I got a great deal on the price. Has front and side airbags for safety. Comfort for passenger and Driver is great.
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Value, man. Value.
Jimmy Balmer, 03/04/2010
2008 Ford Escape XLS 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've been very pleased with my Escape. My wife and I put 1,500 miles on an Escape that we rented in Alaska in the middle of the winter. When we got home, we bought one. It's been great.
Accelerator cable broke while driving!
disappointed58, 02/21/2012
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
35 of 48 people found this review helpful
I had a very disturbing incident happen with my 2008 Escape today that still has me shaken up! My accelerator completely broke while merging into traffic on the highway! The gas pedal fell to the floor and the car wouldn't accelerate. I had 10 seconds to figure out what was going on, quickly applied my brakes and landed in the median, with 2 lanes of hwy traffic going 70 MPH next to me. When my car was towed to the dealership, they informed me that the accelerator cable broke and I would owe $240. I was so upset and called the Cust. Serv. Dept and they did nothing! I could have been hit by a tractor trailer with my kids in the car and FORD DID NOTHING! I'm so furious and scared to drive it!
Best car I've ever owned!
winters87, 08/31/2011
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I was NOT a ford fan, at all! After bad experiences with my mustang & f250, my husband & I swore we would never buy another ford again...we were both Chevy fans & still am. But once I test drove my escape, I had to have it Although I wasnt a fan of the automatic computer controlled 4x4, it does awesome in the snow! I've had a mustang, camaro, chevy tahoe, multiple chevy trucks, ford f250, multiple saturn cars & multiple honda accords & i would MUCH rather drive my escape than any vehicle I've ever owned!!
2008 Ford Escape Overall good
stephani555, 05/05/2010
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
How come this is the only web site that shows the recall information for the 2008 ford Transmission Fluid cooler in your vehicle may develop a crack and leak transmission fluid. If not repaired, this leak may result in rough/harsh shifting and potential damage to the transmission." "FMC has authorized your dealer to perform the repairs under this program on your vehicle free of charge (parts and labor). The Program will be in effect until August 31, 2010 regardless of mileage.
What a great vehicle!
JENMAC, 03/06/2008
2008 Ford Escape XLS 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I turned in my 5 sp manual 98 Explorer Sport for the new 5 sp manual 08 Escape and I love it. The ride is comfy, the gas mileage is great (22-28 mpg) and best of all I can plug in my iPod. It is a fun and safe car to drive with plenty of room for my friends. It is a great car for road trips and vacations.
Transmission Leak
unhappyfordowner , 09/30/2009
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Took my 08 escape in today and was told the ac condenser was broke and that was why my transmission fluid was leaking. Have an 8 year warrenty on this car and ofcourse this problem is not cover because it is not part of the drive train. So now its costing me 500 dollars to fix it plus 40 to be told what the problem is. I am not happy at all with ford, if they know this is going on and not doing anything about it they are pretty much screwing us on purpose. I will keep my car but not sure I will buy another.
LOVE MY FORD ESCAPE!!!!
pumpkin2008, 09/22/2012
2008 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased an 08 ford escape limited used. I love this SUV, it drives so smooth for a 4WD and handles very well. It is very roomy. I can't wait to try it out in the snow this winter. Gas milage isn't bad for a 4WD, very happy with my purchase.
Nice and affordable
lou, 04/09/2010
2008 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I leased this vehicle for 3 years. I drive a good distance to work so I budgeted in the lease 18000 miles a year. This vehicle was the V6 XLT with tow package. I tow 2 snowmobiles and this fit perfectly. This also only had FWD. Window sticker stated 18-24 mpg. I can say I average 22-23 on combined city and hwy between work. I average 26-27 on the hwy on long trips. Over all I did like the vehicle. It was reliable and did exactly what I wanted. It has been to Canada twice and the only thing I had to do to the vehicle is replace one of the antilock break sensors at around 40K ($200). Ford backs their products. Recently my oil cooler had a leak. Discovered at 48K miles. Ford replaced it 4 free.
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