If high cost, big size and poor handling have held you back from buying a sport-utility vehicle, then you may find the new Ford Escape appealing. At least that's Ford's thinking and we believe they are right on track. A completely new vehicle, the Ford Escape offers agile handling on both paved and unpaved roads. It rides smoothly and gets strong acceleration performance from an optional V6. The Escape seats four people comfortably, and folding down the rear seats reveals a flat, moderately sized cargo area. Best of all, its price is relatively low. Ford Escape and the nearly identical Mazda Tribute may be the best small sport-utility vehicles sold today.
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2001 Ford Escape
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2001 XLS 4dr Front-Wheel Drive
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2001 XLS 4dr Front-Wheel Drive
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2001 XLT 4dr Front-Wheel Drive
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard:
2.0L I-4 / 127 HP / 135 ft.lbs.
Available:
3.0L V-6 / 201 HP / 196 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard:
5-spd man w/OD
Available:
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
23 / 28 / 25 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | Standard:
2.0L I-4 / 127 HP / 135 ft.lbs. Available:
3.0L V-6 / 201 HP / 196 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 23 / 28 / 25 Mpg |
Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 15.3 Gal. / 16.4 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $58 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 63.3 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 100 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 173.0 " |
Exterior Width | 70.1 " |
Exterior Height | 67.8 " |
Front Headroom | 40.4 " |
Rear Headroom | 39.2 " |
Front Legroom | 41.6 " |
Rear Legroom | 36.4 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.3 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 55.9 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 2,991 Lbs. / 3,163 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 103 " |
Turning Radius | 17.7 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 15.0 " Silver Styled Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Black |
Grille Moldings | Black |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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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 |
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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