Ford Escape is the best-selling of all the small, affordable sport-utilities, and it's a solid choice among these so-called cute utes. The Escape offers agile handling, a smooth ride, and comfortable seating for four average Americans. It also offers brisk acceleration when equipped with the optional V6 engine. It's compact but practical. Folding down the rear seats reveals a flat, moderately sized cargo area. Best of all, its prices are relatively low, up only an average of 1 percent over 2004 prices. For 2005, Escape has a fresh new face, new headlamps, and a brightened interior. The new base 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine is a big improvement over the old 2.0-liter, and it's available with an automatic transmission for the first time, a benefit of its increased power. The 2005 Escape offers a fully automatic four-wheel drive option that operates transparently in the background. The standard manual transmission is new, with lighter shifting efforts and shorter throws. And a revised suspension improves the ride. But the biggest news is that the Escape Hybrid has finally arrived, using a special version of the 2.3-liter gas engine teamed with an electric motor. It's designed to deliver quick response while delivering excellent fuel economy.
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2005 XLS 2.3L Manual Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLS 2.3L Manual Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLS 2.3L Automatic Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLS 2.3L Manual 4x4
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2005 XLS 2.3L Automatic 4x4
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2005 XLT 2.3L Automatic Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLT 3.0L Automatic Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLT 3.0L Automatic Sport Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLT 2.3L Automatic 4x4
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2005 Limited 3.0L Automatic Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLT 3.0L Automatic 4x4
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2005 XLT 3.0L Automatic Sport 4x4
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2005 Limited 3.0L Automatic 4x4
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2005 Hybrid Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 Hybrid 4x4
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2005 XLS 2.3L Manual Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLS 2.3L Manual Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLS 2.3L Automatic Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLS 2.3L Manual 4x4
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2005 XLS 2.3L Automatic 4x4
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2005 XLT 2.3L Automatic Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLT 3.0L Automatic Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLT 3.0L Automatic Sport Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLT 2.3L Automatic 4x4
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2005 Limited 3.0L Automatic Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 XLT 3.0L Automatic 4x4
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2005 XLT 3.0L Automatic Sport 4x4
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2005 Limited 3.0L Automatic 4x4
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2005 Hybrid Front-Wheel Drive
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2005 Hybrid 4x4
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.3L I-4 / 153 HP / 152 ft.lbs.
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
24 / 29 / 26 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 2.3L I-4 / 153 HP / 152 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 24 / 29 / 26 Mpg |
Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 16.5 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $63 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 66.3 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 99 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 174.9 " |
Exterior Width | 70.1 " |
Exterior Height | 69.7 " |
Front Headroom | 40.4 " |
Rear Headroom | 39.2 " |
Front Legroom | 41.6 " |
Rear Legroom | 35.6 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.3 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 55.9 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,180 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 103 " |
Turning Radius | 17.7 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 15.0 " Silver Styled Steel / 15.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Gray |
Grille Moldings | Black |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating | |
Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Securilock(r) |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Accessories Months |
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