Used 2011 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Saved my life
doublepug, Atlanta, GA, 04/08/2013
updated 04/13/2016
Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
51 of 53 people found this review helpful
We purchased our 2011 Escape Limited used in March 2012. This was my primary vehicle, first SUV I've owned and I absolutely loved it. In late October, I and 3 family members were involved in a terrible car accident that totaled my Escape. I was 8 months pregnant at the time and I can say with absolute certainty that had we been in any other vehicle we likely would not have survived. The side curtain airbags deployed on impact and even though the front axle was cracked, my husband was able to steer the car to safety. It even called 911 for us and reported our exact location to the operator. I miss my Escape every day. If your top priority is safety, this is the car for you.
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Love it
chpoz, 11/11/2010
Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have no complaints with my limited v-6. It has every whistle/bell that I want. It all works perfectly. The ride is good and quiet with comfort. I think edmunds reviews missed the boat or they prefer a new design each and every year. If it ain't broke don't fix it. Great vehicle on my part.
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Loved it at first not sure now
bmeg2012, Surry, VA, 07/10/2013
Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2011 Ford Escape V6 AWD Limited Edition may 2012. I did great until the mileage hit 48000. While on my way to work one morning the transmission went out and left me sitting in the middle of the 4-lane with no gears. I finally was able to get in the low and get a wide spot to get off the road. We took it to he ford dealership and left it for 4 days only to be told that their is nothing wrong with it. This was 3 weeks ago. The transmission is still slipping horrible and this afternoon my RPM's went to 5000 before it shifted gears. It is still under my powertrain warranty but they won't fix it. Ford needs to do something it is not safe to drive this way.
Great used vehicle value
Cbus_JEG, Columbus, OH, 12/10/2018
Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I got a chance to buy this car used from a co-worker about to trade it in. Escape had higher mileage 143,200 due to spouse traveling weekly out of state for job. Numerous features and verifiable maintenance made this a great buy. My Escape is a 4 cyl Limited FWD trim. Immediately after buying I replaced rear shocks and front brakes and an alignment. Just a nice vehicle with lots of options. Ride is very truck like, but accelerates and handles well on clear roads, and respectable handling on light snow and wet pavement. Braking has proven to be good as well. I bought the Escape with fairly new Michelin tires, so that could have a lot to do with handling. I personally like its older body style. Sitting position is high with good driving views. Side mirrors have a split view to aide in catching anything in blind spots. I really am enjoying owning and making this my daily driver. I have a short 7-8 mile commute to work one way. Solid acceleration, good handling, lots of useful options, and good driving position have made this a good vehicle so far. The biggest negative I have about the car is rust. I was disappointed to find significant rust on right rear fender well. Something you just typically do not see much anymore on vehicles this age.
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Great compact SUV
andyman2, 01/06/2013
Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I love my Escape Limited 4cyl 4wd, I was hesitant about buying a 4cyl, but I'm happy with it. The power is ok, I knew it wasn't a power house going into the purchase. The gas mileage is decent especially being a 4wd. It handles well in snow. I've read many write about a vibration when idling, and mine has the same annoying vibration but it goes away when the vehicle is warm and it is only really an issue in cold weather for me. The only thing I wish I could change is the heated seats only have one setting. My old car had a high and low, and I was able to always have it on low and the one setting in the Escape does not allow me to do that because sometimes it becomes too hot.