Consumer Reviews Summary
11 of 11 (100%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.
2012 Ford Escape Overview
Vehicle Overview
The five-seat Escape is Ford's smallest crossover SUV. The Escape's competition includes the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Equinox and Hyundai Tucson.
New for 2012
There are no significant changes for 2012.
Exterior
The Escape has a plunging chrome grille in some trim levels that would be equally at home on a Volkswagen Jetta or Golf. A raised hood and high belt line may make this SUV look tougher, but they don't do much for visibility. Exterior features include:
• Capless refueling nozzle instead of fuel cap
• 16- or 17-inch wheels
• Blind spot display in side mirrors
Interior
The Escape seats five in two rows of seats. The rear seat is split 60/40 and folds to increase cargo space. Ford's optional voice-activated Sync multimedia system includes traffic and weather information. Interior features include:
• Standard cruise control
• Available ambient lighting
• Available Sync multimedia interface
• Standard MP3 jack
• Available backup camera, displayed in navigation system or rearview mirror
Under the Hood
The Escape's optional self-parking system handles all the steering required for parallel parking. The driver must still shift the transmission into gear, as well as operate the gas and brake pedals. The driver can override the system and steer the car if needed. Mechanical features include:
• 171-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder (171 pounds-feet of torque)
• 240-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (223 pounds-feet of torque)
• Available six-speed automatic transmission
• Standard five-speed manual
• Drive-by-wire throttle control
Safety
The Escape features as standard MyKey, which allows owners to create settings for teen drivers such as a top speed limit, maximum stereo volume and alerts if the driver goes faster than 45 mph. Standard safety equipment includes:
• Electronic stability system with Roll Stability Control
• Antilock brakes
• Dual-stage front airbags
• Front-seat-mounted side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags
2012 Ford Escape Consumer Reviews
11 of 11 (100%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.
Two Most Recent Reviews:
Back to the Future
Reviewed by UAW/ GM Retiree in God's Country in NE Wisconsin
April 05, 2012
As former owners of both Fords and Chevys (We loved and wore out 2 different S10 blazers in the past) I must say this time the Escape got it right. While looking for a comparable suv/crossover we found that most offered too many options in too large a vehicle. These options added to the overall price rendering our GM employee discount almost useless.There are just enough features to feel comfortable but not overwhelmed by technology. We were impressed by it's handling and small turning radius. Escape has the right combination of smallar size for better MPG yet lots of interior room for comfort. It is reminiscent of the peppy yet fuel efficent '65,'66 &'67Mustangs we once owned. About the only negative comment I have is that our dealer was unable to find our first color choice. After searching various dealers inventory on the internet myself I realized they were indeed becoming harder to find. Perhaps it's increasing sales and scarcity is it's best reccommendation. For us it feels like we have gone back to the future and will be able to stay ahead of the increasing gas prices.
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES
Impressed and very pleased
Reviewed by Empty Nesters in Macomb, Michigan
March 24, 2012
My wife and I have been pleasantly surprised with our Limited front wheel drive 2.5 4-cylinder 6-speed automatic Escape.
Looked, drove, priced and compared a lot of vehicles before we decided. Name the SUV, crossover, domestic, import up to $75,000 (Why not? I was curious why some cost so much for what was offered), we checked them all out. To each his own for purpose, status, family/employee discounts, loyalty or whatever someone chooses to drive is up to them.
The Escape is the right one for us. Fuel economy so far overall is 27.1 mpg. Performance is adequate for acceleration in traffic or expressway merging. Everthing works, fit and finish is outstanding and has a lot of neat features.
Granted, there are other faster, cushier, sexier and newer designs. $27,000 out the door makes it a heckuva bargain. We haven't owned a Ford for over 20 years. This Escape has really won us over.
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES
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