If this car didn't have such bad reviews on transmission problems I would consider this car. It's so nice! And I hear it is a perfect year-round 2008-2012 has, in my opinion, the best body styling, I don't really care for the newly re-designed Ford Escape.
I have got Two Ford Escapes since 2012, they are long lasting, no problem, as long as you make sure all the maintenance really done on time. The extended warranty is really a waste of money, as least to my family.
@tofuComputer Contrary to what Chester Cheetah says, apparently it's not always easy to not be cheesy. ;-) Thanks very much for your feedback, and we'll work on getting the cheese out!
What was so cheesy? All I heard was detailed information with a persuasive attitude. I will be buying a 2009/2010 Ford Escape now. I love the design of the 2001 to 2007 Escape and used to think the 2008-2010 was too "bulky and unattractive." But the lack of an upgraded stereo and engine in the 2005-2007 models turned me off completely.
just bought our 2010 sitting out beside our 2008 which replaced our 2004. we love the escapes, mind you we are a very ford biased family having said that i dont like my mothers 2015, its an alright car but a terrible escape. but 2012 and older id recommend to anybody
i like the review and i am very much excited to drive my new 2012 Ford Escape XLS in the Philippines...not to mention this is my first time to drive a vehicle...just right for the coming season. Hope to get a great satisfaction that I've been expecting from Ford Escape. uhh! Kimbette is so pretty...:D more reviews in the future from the two of you...
"...an Escape with this engine may fee underpowered...," ..."Ride is maybe a little too firm for rough pavement." Those are two negatives - also, we're still trying to figure out why the Ford Motor Company would want to pay for the sale of used cars, cars they have no financial stake in. This review only covers the 2008 -2010 Escape.
My 2009 Ford Escape is trash. Seems to always have something going wrong with it. In most cases it's the way Ford made the car. They put the wrong size front wheel bearing in a lot of their cars. The capless gas tank was a horrible design. The purge valve, the steering column,or angle sensor, and the throttle body. This has got to be the worst mechanical issue car that I have ever owned.
I just bought a used 2008 Escape. The way you start it is weird though- you turn the key to the ‘on’ position, then below the light controls, there’s a button I have to press it start it. It’s a metal button. I was told at the used car dealer that Ford made these safety start buttons for a few years before discontinuing. I believed her, but when I got home, I noticed that the wiring from the button to the car battery doesn’t look factory. I guess what I’m asking is if the sales lady just made up thus Safety switch story when in reality, it was installed because the car wouldn’t start the regular way. I don’t see a single other escape with this feature....
If this car didn't have such bad reviews on transmission problems I would consider this car. It's so nice! And I hear it is a perfect year-round 2008-2012 has, in my opinion, the best body styling, I don't really care for the newly re-designed Ford Escape.
I have got Two Ford Escapes since 2012, they are long lasting, no problem, as long as you make sure all the maintenance really done on time. The extended warranty is really a waste of money, as least to my family.
@tofuComputer Contrary to what Chester Cheetah says, apparently it's not always easy to not be cheesy. ;-) Thanks very much for your feedback, and we'll work on getting the cheese out!
I liked the review, I'm in the hunt for a 2010 model, and the Escape is one in my list. Thanks.
What was so cheesy? All I heard was detailed information with a persuasive attitude. I will be buying a 2009/2010 Ford Escape now. I love the design of the 2001 to 2007 Escape and used to think the 2008-2010 was too "bulky and unattractive." But the lack of an upgraded stereo and engine in the 2005-2007 models turned me off completely.
just bought our 2010 sitting out beside our 2008 which replaced our 2004. we love the escapes, mind you we are a very ford biased family having said that i dont like my mothers 2015, its an alright car but a terrible escape. but 2012 and older id recommend to anybody
definitely considering one of these!
If I'm getting an SUV it better be a V6 !
Very well done, thanks for the review.
Nicely done. Got it clear on everything.
ford is a king
I bought a 2020 XLT 2.5l in 2012. It's been great, 20000 miles no issues. Glad you mentioned buying Ford CPO it,s
@will9526 You can get 4-wheel drive with either engine.
@mihalis1970 does the 2.5 L engine come with 4x4 ... or is it only the v6 version ?
i like the review and i am very much excited to drive my new 2012 Ford Escape XLS in the Philippines...not to mention this is my first time to drive a vehicle...just right for the coming season. Hope to get a great satisfaction that I've been expecting from Ford Escape. uhh! Kimbette is so pretty...:D more reviews in the future from the two of you...
"...an Escape with this engine may fee underpowered...," ..."Ride is maybe a little too firm for rough pavement." Those are two negatives - also, we're still trying to figure out why the Ford Motor Company would want to pay for the sale of used cars, cars they have no financial stake in. This review only covers the 2008 -2010 Escape.
Price in 2018 ?
The 2018 Ford Escape has an MSRP starting at $24,845 (including the $995 destination charge) for a base model.
I found one for under 9000 where I live
They meant for a 2008 in 2018
Picking up a really clean '10 Limited (3.0, 101K miles) for $7200 tomorrow.
Love mine
Good review.
She have a wonderful gorgeous smile😘
Great review and very informative... but dropping the cheesy scripting would be better.
hi
CRV’s sux
My 2009 Ford Escape is trash. Seems to always have something going wrong with it. In most cases it's the way Ford made the car. They put the wrong size front wheel bearing in a lot of their cars. The capless gas tank was a horrible design. The purge valve, the steering column,or angle sensor, and the throttle body. This has got to be the worst mechanical issue car that I have ever owned.
No worth watching
Unreliable
I just bought a used 2008 Escape. The way you start it is weird though- you turn the key to the ‘on’ position, then below the light controls, there’s a button I have to press it start it. It’s a metal button. I was told at the used car dealer that Ford made these safety start buttons for a few years before discontinuing. I believed her, but when I got home, I noticed that the wiring from the button to the car battery doesn’t look factory. I guess what I’m asking is if the sales lady just made up thus Safety switch story when in reality, it was installed because the car wouldn’t start the regular way. I don’t see a single other escape with this feature....
As long as it start you will be good