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2008 Ford Escape Review Summary

Read this professional review summery and road test of the latest new 2008 Ford Escape with a complete test drive evaluation in all driving situations including an overview of the SUV's specifications, 22 hwy / 17 city fuel economy, safety features and more.

2008 Escape Review Summary & Specs

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2008 Escape Review Summary & Specifications

The 2008 Ford Escape remains one of the best vehicles in Ford's lineup, and competitive in a crowded field of small sport-utilities, regardless of price. Yet model for model and feature for feature, Escape prices are very good. Considerable improvements for 2008 add safety features, refinement, comfort and more style. The Escape offers front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, competitive four- or six-cylinder engines and the Hybrid package, which works essentially as the conventional models do. Fuel mileage for all models, and towing capacity, rank with the best. For all-purpose, reasonably efficient daily transport on the road, the Escape rates among the best smaller SUVs.

NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent J.P. Vettraino test drove the 2008 Ford Escape in Detroit.

2008 Ford Escape Specs
Vehicle CategorySport Utility Vehicles
EditorJ.P. Vettraino
Model LineupFord Escape XLS ($18,580); XLS 4WD ($21,320); XLT ($20,880); XLT 4WD ($22,360); Limited ($23, 580); Limited 4WD ($25,330); Hybrid ($25,075); Hybrid 4WD ($26,825)
Engines (standard)3.0-liter dohc 24-valve V6
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic
Engines (optional)153-hp 2.3-liter inline-4; 200-hp 3.0-liter V6; 133-hp 2.3-liter Atkinson-cycle inline-4 with 70-kW, 330-volt electric motor
Transmissions (optional)5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic; continuously variable (CVT)
Safety Equipment (standard)front-impact airbags, front passenger side-impact airbags, curtain style head-protection airbags for all outboard seats, rollover protection system with roll stability control, dynamic stability control, four-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS) , tire-pressure monitor
Safety Equipment (optional)none
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InKansas City, Missouri; Avon Lake, Ohio
Manufacturer Phone1-800-392-FORD
Manufacturer URLwww.fordvehicles.com
Base Price MSRP18580


2008 Ford Escape Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPFord Escape Limited 4WD ($25,330)
Standard Equipmentair conditioning, leather seating, six-way power driver's seat with manual lumbar control, AM/FM/cassette with in-dash six-CD changer and auxiliary jack, cruise control, power locks, illuminated remote keyless entry pad, automatic headlights, power mirrors, power windows with express down for driver's window, auto-dim rearview mirror, center console with armrest, overhead storage console, message center with compass, dual illuminated visor mirrors, three accessory power outlets, privacy glass, electric rear window defroster, front fog lamps, 16-inch alloy wheels, floor mats
Destination Charge665
Options as Tested (MSRP)Navigation system with seven-speaker Audiophile stereo and subwoofer ($2,395); Sirius Satellite Radio receiver ($195); Limited Luxury Package ($795) includes dual-zone automatic temperature control, heated side mirrors, heated front seats and reverse sensing system; Cargo Convenience Group ($295) includes cargo cover and compartmentalized storage bin; Chrome Appearance Package ($195) includes chrome roof rack; 17-inch chromed allow wheels ($695); Trailer Tow Package ($345) includes Class II receiver hitch, wiring harness with four-pin connector, oil cooler
Gas Guzzler Tax
Layoutall-wheel drive
Price as Tested30910
Horse Power200 @ 6000
Torque193 @ 4850
Fuel Economy17/22
Wheelbase103.1
Length/Width/Height174.7/71.1/67.7
Track Front/Rear
Turning Radius36.7
Seating Capacity5
Front Head/Hip/Leg room40.4/53.3/41.6
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room39.3/49..1/35.6
Trunk Volume66.3
Payload
Towing Capacity3500
Front Suspensionindependent MacPherson strut, anti-roll bar
Rear Suspensionindependent multi-link, coil springs
Ground Clearance8.1
Curb Weight3522
Stock TiresP225/65R17
Brakes Front/Rearvented disc/drum with four-channel ABS
Fuel Capacity16.5
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