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.
We test drove the V-6 Escape (as well as about a dozen other SUV's) before buying our GMC Envoy. I liked the Escape, and especially the sporty handling and smaller size. My wife felt it was underpowered (especially compared to the 275hp Envoy) and rough riding. Since it was to be her car, I gave in and let her get the Envoy.
Though we have been very happy with the Envoy, I feel the Escape is a great little SUV and Ford reliability has never been an issue with us. We've put over 200,000 miles on several and over 300,000 on one with basically just routine maintenance.
I'm surprised to hear that you get 26mpg highway, as neither of our V-6 Explorers got over 19 highway. Thanks for the review, and keep us updated as there may yet be an Escape in our future.
What year were your Explorers that got only 19 mpg? My 2002 with the 4.0 L SOHC regularly gets 23-25 mpg on the highway (using US gallons).
I am short as well, and this is why I am looking at an escape. How is your wife finding it now? I really interested in knowing before I make my final decision. It's between a Ranger and the Escape. But I would like a smooth ride, so I'm hoping the SUV will give me that.
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