For more than 100 years now, Ford Motor Company has been selling mass-produced automobiles in the US and around the globe. Known as one of the Big Three, Ford has millions of loyal customers with a wide range of dynamic and innovative products that offer considerable value for the money.
Great car, if you can get your hands on one
Rating
Written By dgeesaman
Date Written Jan 01 2008
Summary
My wife picked up here Ford Escape Hybrid in November. It's the FWD version with leather interior. Driving experience: The FEH is a nicely sized vehicle for four and cargo. It's definitely taller than a crossover SUV, so on entry it's...
Strength
Fuel economy, visibility, comfort, tax credit.
Weakness
Ford wasn't building them fast enough in 07 and ignored how dealers mistreated buyers
Bottom Line
Buying one is hard enough that I wonder whether Ford wants to sell this vehicle at all. Which is concerning, considering how good the Ford Escape Hybrid really is.
I feel like I'm taking a risk with this car, because Ford has not always had great long term reliability or high quality fit/finish. But the CR reliability reviews over the last couple years have been positive on the Escape Hybrid, so I made the leap and...
I just purchased an '08 Escape Hybrid and it is a cool little SUV. Quiet as a mouse on the road and if you're not a leadfoot, it will get you 34 mpg puttering in stop and go in town (that was my first tank). I am on my third tank of gas and I am...
Strength
QUIET as a mouse. Great new interior. Good power and acceleration. 30+ mpg in town.
Weakness
No tow package. No entertainment center option.
Bottom Line
I recommend the Escape Hybrid to anyone who wants the flexibility of an SUV and wants to save on gas as well.
It is quiet and smooth. The style is modern and this car will last at least 10 years. The gas mileage is the best for all SUVs. This is a great alternative for people who need the SUV. The options of bluetooth, GPS, and mp3 stereo are awesome. Most...
