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2017 Escape Titanium AWD 2.0 Rocks!
Fred Flintstone, 04/02/2017
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Try to use a buying service like Costco or True Car or X-Plan. With rebates this vehicle gets cheaper than a comparable CRV. I love the stellar performance of 2.0 engine with quick acceleration. Great braking too. I'm not looking for 34 mpg, so I turn off the start-stop feature and get 21 mpg. That's fine for me. I've been driving this Escape for over a month now with zero problems or complaints. My favorite feature is Sync 3, along with Ford Pass, and Apple Play. I'm afraid some people may not understand all the technology that comes with this vehicle but it's awesome. Sync 3 reads my incoming texts to me plus I can easily respond by voice. Remote start either through key fob or phone app. Plenty of storage, if I'd needed more I would have bought an Edge. I love the back up camera and cross traffic alerts. Blind spot warning is great too. My last car was from 2007, so this was a major tech upgrade. All around it's fun to drive and easy to get used to all these features. Love the Sony 350 watt premium sound with subwoofer, no need for aftermarket upgrade. Memory seat means spouse and I can now easily share car with seat and mirror settings. OH, and the ambient lighting is really cool! Great job Ford!
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Just a few changes.
Robert Reese, 11/02/2016
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I would prefer the Front defroster button and the AC button be switched. As a driver I keep hitting the defrost button and finally realize its on the other side. Also the Manuqal stinks. It took me a long time to get Apps syncing with my iPhone. I just wish I could load more Apps as I prefer Waze over Maps for Navigation. Otherwise, I love the car.
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Another Ford Fail.
Jimmy, 05/22/2017
updated 11/22/2017
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
28 of 37 people found this review helpful
This vehicle should be classified as a small van. Handles like one too! I have 300 miles on mine and it's been in the shop 3'xs. I've had an ongoing throttle body issue and the power window switch has been replaced. The quality of the vehicle is very poor. Interior plastic is cheap, carpet is flimsy, and the body dents very easily. Finally after 6 attempts the vehicle was a casualty of the Lemon law.
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Modify your driving style, or you may end up dead!
Rob and Kim, 02/25/2017
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
25 of 33 people found this review helpful
I experienced an almost fatal incident with the Autostop. I was deciding whether to make a left turn across the path of a large truck that had just turned the corner 300 Ft away. The truck was lumbering along, so I made the decision to pull out across its path. Apparently, the truck hit its peak Torque at that time and suddenly sped up, just as I pulled out! At this moment, the engine had decided to shut itself off! I pressed the gas and nothing happened! Not knowing WHAT to do, I pressed it to the floor, the engine started up and rolled slowly into the path of the oncoming truck!!! I was like a deer in headlights! I kept the gas buried in the floor, by some miracle, the engine finally revved into Turbo range. ALL 4 WHEELS started spinning and it suddenly slingshot me across the skinny 2 lane road. I almost lost control and ended up in the ditch. Fortunately, the road was dry and the AWD and steering were responsive, allowing me to hop into the correct lane, within a hair's breath of disaster! Not what you want to happen the first week in your new vehicle. I STRONLGY advise against engaging the Auto-Off feature unless you will either glean tremendous savings in gas OR modify your driving style to emulate driving a Yugo. Otherwise, you may end up more than disappointed, you may end up Dead. -*-*-*-* Escape Pros (Feb 2017) When the turbo hits it's stride, there is an amazing thrust of power. But it is slingshot-like. Ride and handling are great. Leather wrap Steering wheel has a nice feel even in the SE trim level. Reliability. Hope I'm not disappointed. My opinion is that, based on the little I know about engine friction, the auto-stop feature must be putting a huge strain on the engine at every restart. Has a 6 speed automatic instead of a frustrating CVT. Our shopping options were severly limited due to this requirement. Bonus, No keyless ignition on the SE. Most first level upgrades delete the ignition key. Bonus, Knobs located on the radio instead of somewhere else. Escape complaints I hit my head (at 6ft1) getting in and out, due to the dramatically raked windshield. It looks great, but is it practical? The seats need more side bolster to really hug you and make you feel safe. I much prefer the 2008 Mazda3 seats in my other vehicle. Tiny, TINY back seat. I'll have to double check if the CX-5 was this cramped. (I had to trim the back seat runner down to about 5 inches where it meets the console. ) The fan speed control uses a cumbersome layout of 2 buttons on opposite sides of the control panel. Had to check the owners manual to find the control. Dealer gave us the WRONG code for the keypad entry. Spent a half hour there while their computer connected to the car, wifi, internet and Ford MoCo just to pop up the correct code. Shift paddles require both hands in an awkward and uncomfortable position on the steering wheel, and the delay makes them useless even when they happen to decide to work. Much prefer Mazda sport shift. I got Cold Weather Pkg - NO heated steering wheel !!!???? That's an upgrade?? WTFrak?? Too many Sharp edges - door outer edge. Door hand grip inside, almost cut my hand! Engine often runs at 1000RPM around 40MPH and you feel the engine gagging, far below it's torque range. Why?? I personally believe that this actually HURTS gas mileage but I don't have data to back that up. Not a good feeling, causes needless vibration. NannyKey seems crazy to me. But I don't have kids. They SHOULD call it NANNY-key, not MyKey so it's purpose is more obvious. I prefer volume controls on left side of steering wheel...Escape has them on the right. Many more buttons for cruise cotrol than necessary. Gas filler on Passenger side. This should ALWAYS be on Driver side in left-hand-drive countries, IMHO. The trip computer keeps showing me 18.3 avg MPG with engine-stop ENGAGED! My CX-9 with a big V6 gets BETTER mileage around town. I cannot imagine it could get much worse with the engine not shutting off. I think there must be a point of diminishing returns with this feature. All this said, would I buy it again? With the deep discount I negotiated.......YES! If they gave you the same price vs. another brand, I would seriously consider the other brand, especially if you can live with a CVT and keyless ignition. I share this vehicle with seniors, who are even less accommodating to change than I am! I think that the perfect vehicle in this class would be an Escape with a V6 and slightly more back-seat leg room.
It’s better than expected
Evwall94, 11/16/2017
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car without researching or looking. I had previously had a Focus and that car had so many issues I went to my Ford dealer I demanded out of that vehicle. I was originally considering a Fusion as a replacement as I’d driven one as a rental many times the Focus was being repaired. The dealer recommended the Escape as it was more discounted at the time. The base model was at a good price but at first look I wasn’t impressed. The dealer took what i wanted and valued and that’s how she came up with a Escape S. I decided to drive the car and that’s when I knew she was right. I’d never driven such a comfortable car ever like this. The seat was soft the ride was soft but firm. The transmission was smooth (something I wasn’t used to). It included a back up camera and a electric e brake which was more than my Focus had. The back was roomy for adult passengers. It was at this point I knew she was right in choosing this car. 7 months later this car is still a joy to drive. Gas mpg is good for me I average 25 mpg and I like how it has a sport mode when you need to accelerate quickly. Its simple no fuss and that’s what I like. Being FWD I haven’t had the opportunity to test it in the snow yet but i doubt I’ll have any issues as it rarely snows much in southern Ohio anyway. I hope this car can serve me well over the years.
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DO your research
JSM, 03/29/2018
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
I leased this car in December of 2017 for my 17yr old son to drive. I figured i would lease something inexpensive, rather than buy something used and worrying about used car problems. To be honest, i really didn't do much research on the car. Fast forward to March 27th. My son started the car and the steering wheel wouldn't move, it seemed to be locked. He calls me to tell this information, i tell him to re-start the car and see what happens. He re-starts the car and a warning light comes up on the dash saying (Steering assist fault, SERVICE REQUIRED). The car has 2814 miles on it at this point. I called the dealer and they said to have it towed in for repairs. The service tech seemed to know exactly what i was describing when i spoke with him. I decided to Google the problem and when i did, the screen lit up like a pinball machine. Apparently this has been an issue dating back to at least 2008. There are many stories of this issue on many different review sites. Many stating this has happened while people were actually driving the vehicle. I'm very grateful this wasn't the case for my son/family. This is an issue that FORD has been well aware of, and have not been able to correct the issue as of yet. There was a recall in 2014 for this issue. While reading some of the reviews, many people stated even after the car was serviced the problem reoccurred. When that happened Ford wouldn't cover the expense of the repair. I just pray this doesn't happen while someone is driving the car once the repair has been made.
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Let me give a more balanced review
Scott S., 06/15/2017
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
For those who complain about acceleration or fuel tank size, I'd ask did you do any test drives or research before you purchased your vehicle? I have a basic SE model - cold weather package and AWD. For what it is, it's a very good value. This was for my daughter but I've spent a fair amount of time driving it. My other car is an Infiniti Q50 AWD Hybrid (awesome car BTW). I know what to expect from both cars. With that said, let's talk about the Escape. It's true the MPG on this will probably not equal what you can get from Honda or Mazda. I also know that with this turbo you don't have to mash the accelerator to get up and go - and if you do mash the pedal you are going to see pretty poor fuel economy. But I've been able to drive around town, get up to speed and drive perfectly normal and get rated or slightly better than rated MPG by watching how you drive. You can see instantaneous MPG on the instrument dash. The Escape has a firm, tight ride. I had a 2013 Fusion and I'd compare it to that although they are different platforms. A quick test drive will tell you if it's right for you or not. To me, it's very responsive. I like it. The interior is well done but I'd prefer a touch screen to the variety of buttons - but again I'm not going to complain as I realize that's what I bought! Ford incentives made this a no-brainer for me. I was able to buy it for less money than a used CRV/CX5/Rogue - all those were 2016s with 20,000+ miles on them. Only the CX-5 had a nicer interior with a touch screen but my daughter didn't like the ride (even though many say the Escape and CX-5 are comparable ride-wise). We have the basic Sync 3 system (no touchscreen) but it's very responsive and phone integration is very good. My 2013 Fusion had the older Sync and frankly that's why I didn't lease another (Sync 3 was not out yet). I've had quite a few Fords in my life and for the most part have had good luck with them. Time will tell. But don't count out the Escape. (but get an SE or Titanium trim if possible)!
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Unintended acceleration
cbreeze53, 02/10/2018
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
I leased my 2017 Ford Escape in May 2016. I loved it until October 2017. I was pulling into a parking spot in a shopping center. There was a sudden jolt of acceleration, the car hopped a curb and hit a tree. Ford did not support my allegation that it was caused by a manufacture's defect yet they won't tell me the car is safe to drive. Looking online, I found other instances of consumers having the same issue. The acceleration happened again this past week on a bridge in bumper to bumper traffic. I am so afraid when driving in this car that I will hit something or someone. Cannot wait until this lease is up. It really is a shame because I do love the car. If they would just fix the problem, I would keep it.
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Worst car EVER!
KM, 11/06/2017
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
16 of 22 people found this review helpful
One of the worst cars I have ever owned. Nothing but problems and Ford Motor Company including the dealership I leased it from doesn't seem to care that they sold me a bad vehicle. Ford does not stand behind their products whatsoever. I pay a huge monthly payment to drive a car I thought was going to be great with no issues. Boy was I wrong!! At 8,000 miles it was found that the exhaust was not installed properly and was off the car. That had to be fixed and then remounted. Later on, there is terrible rattling noises throughout the whole vehicle that Ford says is "normal" The half shaft was leaking grease, and the control arm of the right side was bad. Also, the ball joint was replaced as well as the boot on the right side was fixed. The fuel line was found to be off as well as the heating shield which had to be remounted. As a young female this car terrifies me to drive everyday as I don't know what is going to happen next. The dealership refuses to help me and continues to say the car is fine. Currently my Escape has 22,000 miles on it. THIS IS NOT NORMAL AND SHOULDN'T BE HAPPENING. I am extremely upset and an unhappy Ford customer. I will never ever lease or own another Ford product in my life.
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Engine problems after 2 days
Breanna Newell, 02/16/2019
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
We bought this car on monday. Check engine light turned on thursday. This was a used 2017 with 30K miles on it. Turns out we need a new engine. So now we dont have the car and will be without it for quite some time.
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Great Looking, Comfortable and Sporty
rob1261, 11/09/2017
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
2017 Escape Titanium 1.5L My 2 day review. If you’re looking for a compact SUV, definitely test drive this. If you still like it, take it out for an extended test drive. My dealer let me take it out on my own for over an hour. I went for the Titanium. Had to have the key-less entry with push button start and remote start, and hands-free lift gate. I was torn between the 2.0L and 1.5L. I went with the 1.5L and think it is fine. I got a left over 2017 and got lots of rebates and discounts (around 6k). I also test drove the CR-V and CX5. I wanted something sporty so it was between the Escape and CX5. I did not like the new styling of the CX5 and was not thrilled with the seat, which is very important to me. If you want great visibility all around nothing comes close to the Forester. I know because I had a 2017 Forester Premium with Eyesight. It was very nice, but the seats were not good and it was not at all sporty. Enter the Escape. Great seats, nice tight handling, the 1.5L is fairly quick, the 2.0L is fast and the Sync 3 with Apple CarPlay is great. No Navigation needed since you can use Apple Maps or Google Maps (Android Auto). It is fun to drive and has lots of great features: Power Leather seats with memory, dual auto temp controls, courtesy lighting all over, lots of places for stuff, Sync 3 with 8” screen, Sony stereo, Key-less entry (keep key in pocket), remote start thru key and thru Ford App and power and hands-free tail gate (you use you foot). The only options I got were the panoramic sunroof and adaptive cruise control with forward collision warning. I avoided the 19” wheels and tires because they are too low profile for city streets, especially with potholes. I have the 18” wheels and had the dealer include the wheel and tire insurance, just in case. I will update as I get more time in the car.
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Complete waste of money
Matt, 05/10/2024
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2017 Escape SE 2 days ago with under 70,000 miles in great shape. At First I loved it. The battery, alternator, and tires were in great condition. Not 24 hours later the Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump went out with a bill of $8000 for a whole new transmission. I bought it without warranty as is. All of this happened on my birthday by the way. Please please don't invest in this piece of junk. Avoid this car like the plague!!
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I like everything about it EXCEPT...
Greg, 06/01/2021
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2017 Escape Titanium 2.0L 4WD back in August of 2020. On May 3, 2021 I discovered water had filled up in my spare tire well in the rear cargo area underneath the cover. I searched online and found out this is a very common problem on the 2013-2019 Escapes. First I thought all I needed to do was reseal the roof rack screws and my problem would be fixed. But it turned out after I did that water still floods in the back. I have now learned that there is a roof seam in the ditch where the roof rack rails are and Ford used the wrong type of sealant. Now I have to take my Escape to a body shop to have the entire roof rail ditch resealed and hope that it doesn't leak inside again. Some people have had water flooding in to their front A posts (by the windshield) up near the headliner and causing water stains. If you buy and Escape or already own one I STRONGLY URGE YOU TO CHECK YOUR SPARE TIRE WELL AREA. If I never checked mine and let the water fill up any higher it would have done damage to my carpet and electronics as there is an electrical box for my Sony sound system and another black electrical box back there.
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Saved my life
Karla B, 08/04/2019
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Aside from all the neat features and just the overall appeal of this vehicle, I had a pretty nasty car accident where I ended up on my side, and I’m pretty sure if it weren’t for the size of this car I would have died. So yeah, I think this car is great.
Very happy new owner
Barry Heimlich, 11/15/2016
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We just purchased this car and so far we're very happy with its appearance, comfort, and performance. The finishes inside and out are outstanding. Interior is very well designed and done. Handling, acceleration, steering, brakes are all excellent.
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Never Again a Ford
Leo, 01/29/2017
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
20 of 30 people found this review helpful
Stay Away! It broke down completely, no lights, no engine no nothing with a grand total of less than 15oo miles on it. The first payment isn't even due and I have to get it towed to the dealer. Ford Road side Assistance-- I've been waiting for them for almost three hours.
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2017 4WD 2.0 L Titanium Very Impressive - 2
Chuck, 08/14/2016
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
15 of 23 people found this review helpful
I test drove the 2017 4WD 2.0 L Titanium version but the Edmunds pull down menu has not been updated to include that as a review option. Excellent car. The only serious negative is that there is a lot road feedback on the steering wheel. The 2.0 L is an excellent choice with the 4WD as it never felt like it was lagging, very powerful. The interior is very nice and reasonably quiet in terms of road noise. A couple of things to me should be standard at this price point: the side mirrors should power fold, the rear seats should have pulls from the trunk that would let them fold down like the Subaru's, heated steering wheel and vented/cooled seats like Hyundai/Kia offer (I have this on my Kia Optima now and with leather seats in the summer it's a must).
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Great compact SUV!
Terry Ricketts, 04/29/2017
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2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have the 2.0L 245 HP ecoboost and would recommend it highly. Great ride, handling, acceleration, and comfort. all around fantastic vehicle. fun to drive. Lots of room to haul stuff, especially with seats down. I have ridden in many other comparable vehicles since getting it and the Escape has better ride by far, quieter, smoother and very powerful. After 7+ years and 77k miles, all is well. No repairs or issues. Just like new, a solid, quiet vehicle. Never in shop except for oil changes and tire replacement. 32+ highway mpg on flat land, 28+ in WV hills. 24 MPG around town. Excellent compact SUV, still love it!
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Very Nice
J McLeod, 12/23/2016
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have owned a 2017 AWD Escape SE 2.0L Turbo since July 2016 - ordered from the factory with a tow hitch and Sync 3. Overall I have really enjoyed driving it, although having owned Toyoto vehicles most of my life there were a few things I have had to get used to. I found the front driver's seat immediately problematic, but after analyzing the situation (my back problems paired with a seat with too many possible adjustments), I eventually resolved it with some supplemental seat cushions and a more comfortable driving position. Once this was resolved, I began to more appreciate the many positive aspects of the SUV. Excellent fit and finish, great acceleration (with the the 2.0), rear seats that fold nearly flat, good ground clearance, a stable, comfortable ride, and a useful and intuitive Sync 3 audio interface. Urban mileage is 20-21, but highway MPG varies a lot depending on speed. On a long interstate highway trip at 75 MPH, I averaged about 23 MPG but at 70 it increased to 27 MPG. If you could tolerate highway driving at 60, I am sure your mileage would be even better. I noticed no difference in mileage using premium fuel. A few design changes that I would make: 1) swap the interior fan buttons (left switch decreases rather than increases fan speed); 2) redesign the steering column so that it does not extend into the drivers legroom; 3) redesign the swoopy dash to allow the driver more legroom; 4) make push-button start standard (a conventional key ring full of keys touches the drivers leg in its current position) 5) lose the cheesy front-side chromed ornaments
New Engine after 4 years
Emma Werthmann, 09/20/2021
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
2017 Ford Escape 78,000 miles My car is only 4 years old and turns out I need an entire new engine due to coolant leak into the cylinders causing misfire (there is a TSB announcement about this common issue). This is a dangerous problem with the 2.0 eco boost. I called Ford to see if the could help pay for the $8000 engine. I didn’t expect a lot but at least a grand. They refused to help me when this is clearly a manufacturer issue. Since my car has gone over 60,000 miles they will not help at all. Someone please explain why a 4 year old car should need a new engine before hitting 100,000 miles. This is clearly a manufacturer problem that they refuse to address. I was glad to at least hear I was not alone and there is an ongoing lawsuit. I’m just sad to see people spend money to justify the problem when the company should make things right with its customers. Do not buy Ford, your engine just might die before 5 years. If you have already I’m sorry for you.
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Nicest vehicle I’ve owned
Abbegail, 10/29/2019
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Admittedly all the cars I’ve owned before were old lemons, but I really mean it when I say I’m really happy with the Ford Escape. It’s a good size for me, a very small person who is used to small cars, because it has an easily adjustable seat and steering wheel and a back-up camera if I need help with the extra trunk space I’m not used to. I find it really easy to drive and park. I love the center council design. There’s lots of space but I don’t feel like I’m a million miles away from the passenger side. Part of the reason I got this car is because I needed a bigger space for moving several states over and this thing has lots of that! My mother also recently purchased a Ford Escape and she also loves her car. She’s never had Ford before so she said the controls were a littler bit of an adjustment for her to learn, but that it wasn’t difficult and she’s already got the hang of it.
I hate this car
BB, 04/12/2018
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 22 people found this review helpful
If I could go back and do it again I would never have bought this car. There is noting about it that I like or find a good value. The gas mileage is horrible, how you get 28mpg is a complete mystery to me. The side mirrors are an accident waiting to happen. I have had it twice to the dealership regarding a rattle noise and once for what smelled like a overheating engine and was told that was "new car smell". I will never own another Ford again, and I can not wait to get rid of this thing. Unfortunately the trade in value for it is laughable at best. I tried to give it to my kid since he needed another car and even he said no. This car is perfect for someone who dives 10 miles a week or someone who never goes above 30, maybe then you could get that awesome gas mileage that was sold to me by the salesman. Avoid this thing unless you want to be mad every time you drive it or make a payment for something you absolutely hate.22
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Mike, 04/21/2018
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
To me, the Escape feels heavier on the road compared to the other entries. When I first started driving, I just noticed that it didn't feel as eager to go around turns or zip around like a Mazda CX-5 or a Honda CR-V. I think it is mainly due to the 1.5 engine, as it is definitely underpowered. It's not the slowest car on the road, but you do need to put some aggressive input into the accelerator to get this thing moving. I'm also really not a fan of how the transmission shifts in this car. It feels really laggy to me and it feels like it takes forever for the car to upshift. This engine would probably feel more powerful if it weren't for the slower shifting transmission. I also think the transmission shift quality is kind of jerky, there were times where I just felt like I was lurching forward in my seat for every upshift, and it just felt weird how the car stops accelerating for a couple seconds before finally upshifting. Like it holds onto the gears for too long. The steering feels kind of artificially heavy to me and it's a little rubbery in how it responds. It doesn't really do as good of a job at keeping the car in a straight line compared to some of the other compact SUVs I've driven, and there's just a little too much steering input required around harder turns. As I mentioned above, the Escape also feels a little heavy and sluggish when you get it out on the road, and I while the handling is fine, I wouldn't call it zippy or nimble like some others pointed out. I'm not sure if that is just due to the 1.5 engine, the sluggish feeling might go away with the 2.0T. Overall, the Escape just drove less refined than I thought it would. I also think that both the A and B pillars are a little thick, and the dash sticks out a little further before meeting with the windshield which I thought hampered my visibility. I think it's definitely better than some other compact SUVs out there, but it's not the greatest. Do your research and definitely take it out on a test drive, it doesn't drive like the other compact SUV entries.
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Ron Eggers, 02/14/2017
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have got more comments on our new Escape than I have on my previous 4 Escapes. This is my Favorite by far!
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Only had it for a year and a half
Matt, 02/10/2019
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
My dad had a 2017 ford escape se for a year and a half, the shortest amount of time he had a car. Off the start the thing worked great but around November 2017 everything went down hill. First of all he had to get the whole engine replaced which took like two months cuz they tried rebuilding it before, then the brakes stopped working. After that all some other things broke down that I don't remember but then in July 2018 he was in the car and heard the motor making odd noises so he pulled over and called up our local ford dealer they didn't recommenced him drive it home but he did cuz my sister and I were home alone. The next day he brought it there and it took 2 weeks for them to get a answer and after quickly repaired it. Not even 24 hours of him having his car back the motor starts making weird noises again and pulls over and gets towed back to the Ford place, this time he didn't get it repaired but told his company to get him a new car. Thank god his company payed for the repairs.
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Great car, great value
Linda Mills, 08/22/2016
updated 02/26/2019
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
12 of 20 people found this review helpful
The Escape Titanium has many luxury features found in more expensive SUVs and has met or exceeded expectations.
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Disappointed
August, 08/06/2018
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
I got a bad car. Bought it in January 2017 exactly a year after my nightmare began I had been taking to dealer for repairs 5 times they told was fine. Then I took to another, they end up replacing the engine. After that I still experience problems every 2 weeks is something new.
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Failure by Ford
Steve CT, 06/22/2021
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Transmission went on our car on May 1. After research, learned of many issue with this vehicle. Customer service was horrendous. Finallly received car back after over 5 weeks. Part was on “Emergency Backorder”. How can a part take this long if there isn’t a major issue with the Transmission!!!??? Own your issue Ford!!! Steve from CT
Roberts poor boys
Robert McBride, 04/28/2018
updated 11/02/2020
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Interior is tight for 6 ft 185pd male. MY vehicle is the 2.0 liter ecoboost this was not option on survey. Should be. No comparison with 1.5 &1.6 liter. 2.0 liter is a must engine for the escape. Much quieter and more torque. Sync 3 is excellent, nav is great, 8 inch screen is must/withsplit image. with 2.0 engine gas milage is a little less but well worth the ride and energy. I owned a 2012 ford edge, traded for escape will probably go back to 2018 Edge or explorer for extra room in front. ESCAPE is an EXCELLENT vehicle. The slightly extra cost is miniscuel compared to the over all performance.
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Unreliable
matyb, 08/15/2022
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased used from Ford dealership with 36,000 miles and the 7-year 100,000 mile powertrain warranty, certified used by ford, whatever that means. This is a 2017 SE AWD 2.0 Ecoboost Within the first week of owning, noticed the coolant was low, seemed strange, thought maybe they just missed it on the servicing before I purchased, and I topped it off, few weeks later it was low again, then my wife was driving and it went into limp mode and shut down while she was driving because it was overheating due to low coolant, took it into ford, they just topped off the coolant. Few months later, starting getting misfires on cylinder 1 or 3, don't remember, kept happening, code indicated replace ignition coil, replaced the ignition coil, then within a few weeks it started again same cylinder, obviously, not the ignition coil. Took it to dealership again, they diagnosed as faulty ignition coil and replaced it again. It happened again, took it back, they went further this time, found coolant in the cylinder and said, engine needed to be replaced, wow, at 45,000 miles, it's still covered under original 60K warranty, so no costs except for the 2 times I went in before that and got new ignition coils. Year later, vapor canister went bad, at ~50,000 miles, $1,000 repair couple months later, panaramic moonroof stopped working roof leaks in multiple places Engine start/stop stopped working Year later at 73,000 miles, engine misfires start happening again, took it in for diagnosis, coolant in cylinders again, need to replace engine again. So over 5 years and 40,000 miles, I've gone through 2 engines, panoramic moonroof doesn't work, roof leaks in multiple places, fuel filler and evaporator canister had to be replaced which was a costly repair. Combined maintenance costs and loss of use, inconvenience of not having a vehicle for all the repairs even if they are covered under extended warranties is just not acceptable to me, I'll buy a Toyota next time, and I would recommend to all to avoid Ford.
Our Escape
Jim, 12/24/2019
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great mid-size SUV. Good turning radius, good visibility and handling, quiet. City MPG = 22.2 disappointing
Bad engine, car is a nightmare!
BD, 05/10/2023
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I feel like every few months there is something wrong with this car. To be fair I did buy it used, but the issues I have experienced are not because of poor maintenance and upkeep. When I bought it, the spark plugs kept frying over and over. It would be a few weeks, maybe a month, and the plugs are fried and cracked. Replacement after replacement. I had to dig deep into an old chat forum to find that because of the lower quality engine this car sports, the head is likely to crack and leak coolant into the cylinders, which fries the spark plugs. Ford has not issued a recall for this, after knowingly putting out a bad engine, and just took the claims under warranty as they came. I was lucky and bought a warranty which covered the replacement… I had to have the entire engine replaced after changing the spark plugs 3 times. Then, the part where you plug in your headlight bulb completely fried and crumbled. In the first six months of owning my vehicle, it was in the shop more than I drove it. Currently, the headlights don’t work (again) and we have replaced the bulbs and checked every fuse or connection there is. Have yet to figure this one out. Come to find out now there is a recall on something in the transmission? Why not just put out a sound car in the first place? This was my first Ford and definitely my last. Do not buy this car, you will regret it.
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Computer problems
Martin, 01/18/2020
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Remote start in cold climate should heat steering wheel and front seats, doesn’t. Been in numerous times. Entry/ exit assist stopped working yesterday. The entire screen, radio, blue tooth crashed a week ago, was replaced yesterday but still no heated seats or entry assist. This vehicle was over $40,000 and has been a problem ever since we bought it. Dealership has been great but Ford doesn’t have any answers for them.
STAY AWAY!
Sam, 10/25/2023
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Ford Escape Titanium in June 2022 with 70,000 miles from the original owner. The first year was great; only needed normal maintenance and no repairs. I drive a lot of highway miles so after a year of ownership, it was approaching 100,000 miles. At 99,900 the transmission very suddenly went out. Thankfully I purchased the car under a warranty but the repair would have cost about $5,000. This is VERY common in Escapes come to find out. I get the car back after it being gone for a month and everything is good again. Then 2 WEEKS LATER, I noticed a clicking noise coming from the engine. It still drove fine but come to find out, the cam shaft in the engine had broke and now the entire engine is needing to be replaced at only 101,000 miles. Ford dealership has quoted $11,000 to replace the engine and all its components. Waiting to see if the warranty will cover the repair. Never in my life have I had a car have such problems- especially the transmission and engine going out within 2 months of each other just as the car hit 100,000 miles. This vehicle has been meticulously maintained by the original owner and myself. This vehicle has MAJOR mechanical design flaws and is known to have faulty engines and transmissions. I wish I had researched the car more before buying but got sucked in to all of the fun “bells and whistles” on the loaded titanium trim. I love the looks of the car and it’s features. But unfortunately I’m having to give it a one star based on the $15,000 worth of repairs it has had and it’s poor reliability and build quality. Will not ever purchase another Ford. I am told by the Ford dealership the problems my vehicle has had are “very common”. Just do yourself a favor and stay away!
Good overall reliability, odd dysfunctiona technol
Jayne, 01/10/2020
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I live on a gravel road in a snowy place. I run high quality snow tires on my Escape and it does just fine getting me around except in the most awful conditions (when I should stay home anyway). I like the options but they tend to be dysfunctional. The remote start preferences seem to reset themselves without human input. Thus, even if I remember to use the remote start, I get into a car that the seats are freezing, despite having set them to come on (repeatedly). The automatic lift gate rarely opens by the wave of a foot, and I find myself standing at the bumper seating out the key fob to open it. Likewise, when loading groceries, the lift gate will knock you on the head, trying to close, without human input (which is worse given my visual impairment). I have a sore spot on my head from this, today. The sync app worked well enough with my Kindle, but now that the Kindle is dead, will not play the same content from the Audible app on my laptop. Mainly just inconveniences, 1st world problems.
Bad engine
T. M. Martin, 05/31/2020
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Say far away from this car with a 60,000 mile drive train warranty and engine failed by getting coolant in the cylinder and only fix is a new engine for over $8,000, and they will pay $2,500 after numerous calls and poor customer service they agreed to pay $5,000 and they have no problem with me switching to another brand of car
Technology!
Maine fisherman, 04/05/2020
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It took a little time to get used to the active lane keeping assist. 2.0 is the only engine option that makes sense. Lots of power and fun to drive. The 1.5 is dog and has some reports of bad engines. Wife loves it! Thats all that matters😊
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Overall a great value!
Jody W., 12/19/2019
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Found a 2017 with only 4,195 miles! This car is like brand new! We love it!!!
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First failure less than 24 hours after purchase
Katie, 04/23/2017
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 27 people found this review helpful
I bought a brand new 2017 Escape yesterday evening at 6 pm. The Escape has fancy chipped keys, of course. I checked both keys before I left the dealership, drove the car home last night, drove it to church this morning, and when I came out of church, the key I had used to drive to church had stopped working. Apparently the excitement of an hour in church was too much for the key, causing it to expire. Luckily, I still had the extra key in my purse - I had intended to take it out and store it in a safe place at the house, but I hadn't gotten around to doing that yet. So I was able to drive home after about five minutes of WTF in the church parking lot. But now I'll have to go back to the dealership tomorrow to have a new key programmed. Gee what a fun way to spend two hours of my life. What's particularly annoying is, the excellent potential for being stranded at some random location by the side of the road. It's just luck that I had the spare key in my purse (instead of stowing it safely at the house, which I had intended to do) and it's just luck that the key died while I was in church at 11 am instead of in a lonely highway pullover at 2 am. This doesn't give me any confidence at all in the car keys or the car. Apparently I'll have to carry a spare on me at all times because of the risk of key failure. In twelve years, none of my Toyota keys ever failed, even though I put them through the washer and dryer several times due to leaving them in my jeans pocket - and one key was still good after I dropped it in the yard while working outdoors and my son found it six months later, after it spent a full winter outside. And of course, now that the key failed so promptly, I'm now wondering what else is likely to go wrong. At this moment, I hate my new Ford Escape, which I have owned for less than 24 hours. I wish I had bought another Toyota.
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Fantastic Ford SUV
Tracy Smith, 05/14/2017
updated 05/17/2021
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The 2017 Ford Escape has the latest hands free Sync in it. It only has wifi to update the car, not to use within the car. So, when I pill in the driveway, it will connect to my internet and update. I love that feature since there is constant construction and this gives gps a chance to stay updated. I have learn to trust it in traffic and although I find new routes, I always get to where I am going. The hands free allows you to answer the phone, find and address, and change the radio station. The car still handles very well. Since it is not my truck, I have to be careful in the heavy downpours of Texas. After all, it is low to the ground. I just love driving it all over town. It still handles like a dream. If I had to do over again, I would definitely recommend buying this vehicle. 80,000 miles later, this vehicle is still a very dependable vehicle and I am very happy with it. I love my Ford Escape. It is so versatile. I am surprised by how well it does in my daily commute, plus I have room to put most everything I buy in there. Treat your car right and it will last.
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Buy more gas than you expected!
John Erbentraut, 02/20/2018
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2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Traded a Nissan Murano for a new 2017 Escape expecting better highway mileage. We were getting 25-26 mpg at highway speeds. The Escape goes through a gallon of gas every 22-23 miles! Very disappointed! The dealer told us that all the settings were correct and there was nothing that can be done. The gas tank is very small requiring more stops. We expected better. If it was not for the big discount, we would have purchased something else, probable next time. Having driven the car for 20,000 miles, we have found that the mileage has not improved at all!
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Ruby is great
e davis, 06/26/2017
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
The car is awesome ... this is my second one ... drives wonderfully
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junk
jimadkins2506, 08/19/2017
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
10 of 18 people found this review helpful
This is the worst auto I ever owned,Ford is doing a buy back,and its been nothing but problems.I will never own another Ford.
Before you buy a Ford Escape know this.....
Merry Sm, 12/20/2017
updated 06/27/2018
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
13 of 24 people found this review helpful
My main complaint is safety or the lack thereof. Yes you have many air bags but Know that when you buy a Ford EcoBoost that everytime you stop whether it be a red light, stop sign or traffic backup the engine shuts off and the STEERING WHEEL LOCKS so if you need to get out of the way fast you're pretty much screwed. The ecoboost kicks on quickly but it's that 1-2 second delay until it does that can be the difference from being in an accident or not. There is a control on the dash to disable the ecoboost but by default it is "on" so everytime you get in the car you have to push the button to turn it off. This of course defeats the purpose of the ecoboost which is to save you a few dollars in gas. Engine off...no fuel consumption. Ford Engineers say this is how the Ecoboost was designed to work and the steering wheel locking is not a glitch. How the Federal government allowed Ford to lock the steering wheel while in gear is beyond me.Now to the engine itself. It's a zippy little 4 cylinder but is not very fuel efficient compared with other 4 cylinder engines. It only gets about 2 gallons per mile better gas mileage than my 6 cylinder Jeep so with the ecoboost off don't expect to see any real savings. Now to the interior which is mainly plastic. In a new car off gassing (or as some call it "out gassing") will be there for several months. Not so good in winter when you want an open window to get rid of the fumes which now brings me to the ventilation system. If you have the heat on blowing through the dash or windshield then don't expect much volume on the floor and vice versa. You will have cool to cold ankles and feet. If you put the blower on high wear ear plugs. It's on the loud side. Now to the controls. First you have to find the keyhole to start the engine if you don't buy the Titanium package which has a push button start. The steering wheel design on the lesser packages effectively hides the keyhole so you have to bend or peek through the steering wheel to find it. The telescoping steering column is a nice feature but doesn't negate the inconvenience of the keyhole. The lights and fog light are located in such an awkward spot that you have to take your eyes off the road to find and use them. Trying to see them through the openings in the steering wheel doesn't work. The hatch release button is in the same location. The seats are narrow and not very well padded and the spacing between the driver's seat and the door is awkward. Upon exiting the Escape I am constantly scraping my calf against the bottom door frame. All in all for the cheapness of many aspects of this car I would say it is way overpriced and you can get more comfort and conveniences at a lesser price with other manufacturers. Oh....did I mention that there is a problem with the radio cutting out every time the ecoboost kicks in? Well it does and Ford is now getting complaints about this same problem from other buyers. I wish those other buyers better luck than I am having. Ford has been "trying" to figure this out for 5 months now. The dealer is no help and actually hindered the progression of getting this resolved and that's after going back and forth to him 10 times. So to all out there, beware of Ford and their so called EcoBoost economy innovations that they are now also putting into their trucks. Never again will I buy a Ford. 6/27/18 - Edmund's sent me an email asking if I would update my review so here it is. There's not much more to add other than the Ford Michigan Engineers are "still" trying to figure out what is causing the radio to cut out every time the ecoboost kicks in. Seems there are other Ford owners complaining about the same thing so the Ford Michigan Engineers sent a "recording" device to my Ford dealer so the dealer could install the device in my car, drive my car, and record the operating system and send the recording device back to Michigan for analysis. This was done way back on November 17, 2017. Well it turns out that this recording was "bad" from what I overheard the Ford dealer telling his mechanic and a new recording had to be made. This was done on June 15, 2018 so it seems that not only the Ford dealer procrastinates but Ford Michigan does as well. Numerous back and forth trips to the Ford Dealer Service Dept. and seven months for Ford Michigan to decide the recording was bad. So from beginning to end it is now going on 1 year since I paid in full and took possession of this Escape on July 21, 2017. Here's my advice to you. If you're willing to try an ecoboost, "hope" you have no problems with it, lose the benefit of gas saving cost (I keep the ecoboost turned "off") then go ahead and buy it keeping in mind my ongoing experience knowing that Ford drags their feet and you will be going back and forth to the dealer many, many times with no resolution even after close to a year. To this end I stand by my original review.....Never again will I buy a Ford.
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Escape review
Frank Pones. Sr, 10/06/2016
updated 04/11/2018
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 17 people found this review helpful
Great quality for the money as far as looks and comfort. The ride is more truck like then SUV what I mean by that is there is a lot of side sway in the vehicle's ride. So much so that I decided to trade it in on a 2015 Lexus RX 350
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Escape Shortcomings
Driver, 06/08/2016
2017 Ford Escape S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
39 of 83 people found this review helpful
Air conditioner under-powered. Headliner shows in rear view mirror partially blocking vision. Dust gathers around the rear hatch so one gets dirty when using the hatch. No mute on steering wheel results in distracted driving. Cruise control in awkward to work. Camera is small and intensity is poor. Passenger seat adjustment is awkward to use.
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Happy, happy, happy.
Buddy Haddon, 09/20/2019
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I dearly love it. Had it over a year. No problems.
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Run of the Mill Crossover Served it's Purpose
What Was I Thinking?, 06/16/2020
2017 Ford Escape SE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
My 2017 Escape SE lease is coming to a close next month, and I've never been so excited to rid myself of a vehicle. While the Escape or any Crossover, in general, is spacious and convenient, anyone who actually enjoys driving as opposed to a means to an end will feel no joy driving an Escape. Did it last 3 years without issues? Yes. Has the extra storage come in handy? A few times. Is there anything the Escape S/SE does better than the competition? No. The 17 Escape S or SE are the perfect vehicles for those who need an affordable, bare bones, exceedingly ordinary in every possible way. The styling is uninspired inside and out, both the 2.0 & 1.5T engines underwhelming and inefficiently consume fuel, interior components entirely made of cheap plastic and ugly design, and SYNC interface is spoiled by speakers that sound terrible regardless of EQ settings or music genre. At least the A/C works though. On a positive note, I'm returning my Escape SE back to the dealership in 22 days. Additionally, the Escape Titanium & SEL Sport Package with the 2.0T engine is actually worth the extra money if you can afford it. At least the 2.0T has passing power and umph, but the upgraded wheels, exterior accents, dashboard overhaul, electronic upgrades, safety features, and more refined interior materials. If you are considering a pre-owned 17 Escape S or SE, there are many better options in the same price range (CX-5, CR-V, or Rav-4); however, the Titanium or SEL Sport with aforementioned options definitely deserves more respect in the category. If the price difference between an Escape SE & Escape SEL + options is within your budget, just upgrade so you don't wind up salty for three years like me.
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Most Annoying Car I've Ever Owned
Longtime Driver, 11/28/2018
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
10 of 21 people found this review helpful
On your test drive(s) try to do as many of your real life activities as you can. Try loading lots of things in the back with the rear seats folded down. Try backing up in front of your own garage where you usually park. Try opening the rear door with both hands full of several heavy items that are difficult to set on the ground and pick back up again. Notice that the gas tank access is on the wrong side of the car. It is much easier to pull up to a pump when the tank access is on the driver's side so that you can see all of the obstacles and get the car positioned at the distance you want from the pump. When you get in the car, the interior lights come on and if you don't start the engine right away, they take close to a full minute to dim and go off. But when you turn the engine off, the interior lights come on and then go off in about 3 seconds leaving you in the dark while gathering your things before getting out. So you turn on one of the interior lights to see what you are doing. If you forget to turn it off while still in the car, you cannot open the door and just reach in to turn it off. The car is programmed with the attitude that it is smarter than you are. To get the interior light turned off, you have to get back in the car, close the door, wait a minute for all of the lights to go out; only then can you turn out the one light you left on. As far as being useful for hauling bulky loads, it is a wimp. Because the height of the rear hatch opening is about 4 inches less than the interior height, you lose all of that cargo space. Forget using the rear view mirror, side view mirrors, or the back up camera to back up closer than 6 feet from anything. The side view mirrors have unequal magnification and the fish eye view from the camera gives you no accurate idea of how close or how far you really are from an object. Best just to open the window and stick your head out if you want to back up close to something. If you have your arms full and try to open a rear door, you will be able to get it open easily only about 6 inches before it comes to a point where you must exert almost twice as much force to open it further. So you can try to push it further with your foot or your knee, and some people may be able to do it, but most people will be off balance on one foot with a heavy load, so you'll have to set everything on the ground in order to get the door open all the way. Acceleration and passing power is good. I like the side view mirror indicator of nearby cars. Gas mileage is OK, but not nearly as good as you'd think when you have a mix of highway and city driving. Quietness of the interior is also just OK. You will not be able to sit in the car and listen to the radio or CD for more than 10 minutes before it shuts off. You will have to push the ignition button to resume listening. Once you do that, all of the dash and interior lights are on for a full minute before fading out and you get a message that tells you that you have to have your foot on the brake in order to start the car. (Remember, the car is smarter than you are.) You will have to go through this routine every 10 minutes for as long as you want to sit in the car and listen to audio, or as long as you can stand it. Bottom line is that the 2017 Ford Escape Titanium is a big disappointment and a huge annoyance. I would not put it in the same class as an SUV - terrible for hauling. You could generously call it a Crossover, but really it is just an ordinary minivan suitable for a family transporting children. My 2012 Ford escape was much better for my purposes and I loved my 2001 Nissan Pathfinder, a great vehicle. I put over 200,000 miles on the Pathfinder with no problems. I have been driving for over 50 years and have never been as annoyed with so many petty details on a daily basis as I have with this vehicle. Don't buy one unless you exactly fit the profile of the type of person it was programmed for.
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Great little SUV, our second Escape in a row
David Charte, 08/03/2016
updated 02/07/2018
2017 Ford Escape Titanium 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 19 people found this review helpful
It is an EXCELLENT vehicle that does just about everything very well. LOVE the 2.0 Ecoboost. It's the wife's vehicle and she loves the ability to haul a carload of her girlfriends around on adventures in seeing parts of Texas. Still no MAJOR complaints, the Escape has exceeded our expectations. SO glad we got the Platinum version. Especially like all the lane safety features.
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