2008 Ford Escape Reviews - Page 2 of 2

Nothing at this point really, everything is working great so far, the engine is like new, and the A/C is really strong, especially when the MAX AC button is depressed.

Very impressed on the performance and reliability of this Ford vehicle. They've come a long way in terms of reliability, and this Escape is a good example of that.

Transmission cooling line leaked.

Today while driving, the engine started making a loud cranking noise, and my car would not up-shift into a higher gear. It was stuck at 5000 rpm until I let off of the accelerator. I pulled over a few minutes later, shut the car off, and tried turning it back on only to have it rev up to 500 rpm, and then go back to 0. The brakes seemed to stop working properly at that point as well.

For a car with only 19,000 miles on it, I'm pretty concerned about how well it will hold up in the long run. If problems persist, I can only imagine I'd be forced to purchase another vehicle.. something that isn't a Ford.

Nothing wrong in 30000k except a faulty tire pressure sensor.

This is one of the four company vehicles we have and is used only for work. It has been exposed to all sort of conditions; construction sites, mud, snow, ice and has always performed excellent. A car wash and is a nice city vehicle. With four snow/ice tires and all-wheel-drive was excellent in a miserable Canadian winter as this.

It is very comfortable and spacious, but best of all I have averaged 31MPG. 37MPG in the summer, and 22.5MPG at worst in winter on the highway at high speed.

Substantial improvements have been made in my colleagues 2009 models, and they are also very happy and trouble free.

I hope Ford is on the right track!

Main automatic transmission failed at 5,000 miles, requiring entire replacement. Along with it the main computer unit failed. It took Ford two months to provide replacement units.

This car cannot be counted on for reliability.

After driving for 10 miles, sensor that says a tire has low air pressure went off, wouldn't reset. Took it to the dealer, they reflashed the program and haven't had a problem since.

Very comfortable. Noticeably larger than previous year (friend has a 2006, now wants 2008 like ours). Took it on a trip to the Grand Canyon the day after we bought it, flawless performance. Great on hills, average 26 mpg highway only driving. I suggest the V6, you still get great mileage and power you will enjoy on hilly roads.

My wife is extremely small. We have a hard time finding something she can reach the pedals in, and see over the dash/hood. This is an easy reach for her.