2005 Ford Escape Hybrid review from North America
"Great MPG and Reliability!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
It's been very reliable; however it came out of the dealership new with the headlights pointed way too low; and when I asked them to fix it under warranty they are still pointed too low. I should ask them to fix it again.
Really, it's good; but the wipers started to go after 2 years of driving; I guess that's about normal now; but wipers used to last longer. Minor, I know.
General comments?
It isn't a really powerful driver; but I did buy it because it's an SUV that sits up high (we get snow here) and my wife likes SUV style. I liked that for an SUV type it gets great MPG! I get 29-36mpg typically. Once I got 40mpg.
I certainly wouldn't tow much with it; but at least we get the good MPG. I did want to support Ford's American build high tech effort, so we might lead the world again. No, I don't work for Ford or any; I just feel it's the patriotic thing to do if we build a good product, buy it.
The GPS system is nice, for it's day.
Recommended Reviews:
  | A good all around SUV that is good at everything, but excels at nothing |
| Escape indeed! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L I4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 37 miles |
| Most recent distance | 23500 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Impala |
| Date of Entry | 13th April, 2008 |