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MSRP
$26,380-$28,005
Invoice
$24,385-$25,864
Fuel economy
2WD model: 36-mpg city / 31-mpg highway
4WD model: 33-mpg city / 29-mpg highway
What does Edmunds.com say?
”Still one of our favorites in the
category, the Escape is a very capable small
SUV thanks to its powerful V6 and hybrid
electric engines, spacious cabin and carlike
handling.”
The Pros and Cons from Edmunds.com
Pros
Powerful V6, quick and efficient hybrid
model, large cargo capacity, comfortable
interior, carlike handling, optional side
curtain airbags.
Cons
Small gas tank size limits cruising range,
so-so interior materials quality.
Safety
The Escape has a very good safety record.
It received five stars for the driver in
frontal impacts and four stars for the front
passenger.,In side-impact crash tests, the
Escape received five stars for both front-
and rear-seat occupants. However, the Escape's
got only an "Acceptable" rating
in the frontal offset crash test.
All models of the Escape come standard
with anti-lock brakes, and the V6 models
have four-wheel disc brakes. New for 2005,
and this model year’s most significant
addition, is the Safety Canopy system option,
which provides additional curtain airbag
protection in the event of a side-impact
collision or rollover. The Limited has reverse-sensing
system is option.
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