Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
The Ford Escape is a compact crossover and the original model was one of America's favorites. Released and developed with Mazda – it's almost the same as car as the Mazda Tribute.
Even if it is a compact SUV, it had the abilities of a larger one, yet it was easier to maneuver and park. The mid-sized model had enough room for 5 people to feel comfortable. The maximum towing capacity for an Escape with a towing package was around 1600kg.
The car is based on a unibody platform and came in two trim levels, XLS and XLT and was available with 2WD or AWD. The car is equipped with a four-wheel-lock system. Under the hood of the Escape we find a 3.0-liter V6 Duratec engine developing 200 hp, which would accelerate the car from 0 to 100 kph (62 mph) in a little over 10 seconds. It comes with an 4-speed automatic transmission, but gears can also be shifted manually.
Another option was a 2.0-L Zetec engine that could produce 130 hp and was more convenient due to its reduced fuel consumption compared to the 3.0-liter.
Some might say that the model was thirsty when it comes to fuel consumption, reaching 14-16L/100 km in regular use. The car was equipped with good safety features including seat-belts pre-tensioners and knee bolsters. All models had dual front airbags and the Limited trim level also had side airbags. The early XLS models did not have ABS.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT AWD (126 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1980 cm3 |
Power: | 93 KW @ 5400 RPM 126 HP @ 5400 RPM 125 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 135 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 183 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.3 gallons (57.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 103.2 mph (166 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/70R 15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173 in (4394 mm) |
Width: | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
Height: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61 in (1,554/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 64.2 cuFT (1818 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3133.3 lbs (1421 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4277.7 lbs (1940 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 233 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.3L 4AT AWD (154 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2261 cm3 |
Power: | 113 KW @ 5800 RPM 154 HP @ 5800 RPM 152 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 152 lb-ft @ 4250 RPM 206 Nm @ 4250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.3 gallons (57.9 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P225/75 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173 in (4394 mm) |
Width: | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
Height: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61 in (1,554/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 64.2 cuFT (1818 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.3L 5MT AWD (154 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2261 cm3 |
Power: | 113 KW @ 5800 RPM 154 HP @ 5800 RPM 152 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 152 lb-ft @ 4250 RPM 206 Nm @ 4250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.3 gallons (57.9 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P225/75 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173 in (4394 mm) |
Width: | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
Height: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61 in (1,554/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 64.2 cuFT (1818 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.3L 5MT FWD (154 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2261 cm3 |
Power: | 113 KW @ 5800 RPM 154 HP @ 5800 RPM 152 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 152 lb-ft @ 4250 RPM 206 Nm @ 4250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.3 gallons (57.9 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P225/75 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173 in (4394 mm) |
Width: | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
Height: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61 in (1,554/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 64.2 cuFT (1818 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3177.4 lbs (1441 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4840 lbs (2195 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.0i 4AT FWD (203 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2976 cm3 |
Power: | 149.3 KW @ 5750 RPM 203 HP @ 5750 RPM 200 BHP @ 5750 RPM |
Torque: | 200 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 271 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.3 gallons (57.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/70R 16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173 in (4394 mm) |
Width: | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
Height: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61 in (1,554/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 64.2 cuFT (1818 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3620.6 lbs (1642 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.3L Hybrid 4AT FWD (203 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2261 cm3 |
Power: | 98 KW @ 6000 RPM 133 HP @ 6000 RPM 131 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 129 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 175 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid |
Fuel capacity: | 15.1 gallons (57.2 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/70R 16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173 in (4394 mm) |
Width: | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
Height: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61 in (1,554/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 64.2 cuFT (1818 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3620.6 lbs (1642 kg) |