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5 out of 5 stars

A US Vehicle Worth The Look

rjtroodon, 03/02/2009
2009 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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We love this vehicle. We purchased this vehicle because of the great deals and the need for a dependable winter tranport. We previously had a 2001 Tribute(an Escape twin)which we loved. The new Escape is noticably improved. The 6-speed automatic is smooth and accelerates nicely. The fuel economy is beyond my expectations (26 on the highway with our V6 AWD). Around suburbia, 21+ is easily feasible depending on how agressive drive. The handling is truck like but this is desired. Great in the snow which is in part why we have it. The lthr is improved & of good quality. This is an excellent option if you want to buy a quality product made in the USA at a good price.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

finally ford does good

jim k, 07/04/2009
2009 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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i just trade in nissian max with 160000 with no major problems.i wanted a suv. i tried rav 4 hated it if you are tall don t even try rav 4 rough ride and very compact. my buddy works at a dealer ship and told me to try 2009 escape he said no problems with it.he did say do not get 2008 model because of 4 speed trans no good 2009 has 6 speed. i tried it and loved it lots of room and getting 23 miles per gallon great for suv with awd. you will not be disappointed. i will give ford a chance don t let me down

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Choice

Rich, 07/10/2009
2009 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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Exceptional value - Had a 1999 Mercury Mountaineer with 179,000 miles that was in excellent conditioned, but decided to get a newer vehicle. The Escape has all the options except GPS (I have a portable GPS)and trailer hitch, I have just under 5,000 miles on it and averaging combined MPG of 25.4 which is well above the EPA expectations.

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5 out of 5 stars

Keeps getting better!

indydan, 01/17/2009
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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This is my 3rd Escape, after owning an '04 and an '06. This one has a much better ride with the Michelin tires, is roomy for a 6'5" guy like me, and handles really well. The V-6 is much peppier than my previous Escapes and the new 6 speed transmission is very responsive. Mine is the new Torch red color, and it's turned many heads in the few weeks I have owned it. The sync system is really cool and works great with my cellphone. I feel very safe in the vehicle, and other than some engine noise on acceleration, it is reasonably quiet on the road.

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5 out of 5 stars

Hybrid fwd

Stock, 03/09/2009
2009 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Our 2nd Hybrid; 1st was an 05 right out of the box (sr # 123) ; it was faultless. Our 09 is even better - worth the wait. More power in both engines w/no reduction in gas mileage.Transmission greatly improved over 05 cvt. Firmer footprint on road, best looking interior of any compact suv in the world. Steering much improved & less pitch over bumps. We had tire tread remaining after 66k on the 05 but the 09 tires are even better. Compare Mariner w/ livery package to Limited.

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