The Ford Escape is available in three trims: the base XLS, the workhorse XLT and the luxurious Limited.
The base engine is 2.5L Duratec 4-cylinder that makes 171 horsepower and 171 pounds-feet of torque. Also available is a 3.0L Duratec V6 engine, with 240 horsepower at 6550 rpm and 223 pounds-feet of torque at 4300 rpm. All models, including the Hybrid, offer a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard with the 4-cylinder engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission is standard on all V6 engines and available with the 4-cylinder.
The Escape Hybrid powertrain includes a 2.5L Duratec gasoline 4-cylinder Atkinson-cycle engine. It delivers 153 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 136 pounds-feet of torque at 4500 rpm. It is coupled with an electric motor that delivers 94 horsepower at 5000 rpm. The powertrain also incorporates electronic throttle control (ETC), which replaces the manual linkage between accelerator and throttle with a control unit that calculates the optimal throttle position from a number of sensors. It is available with front wheel drive, 4-wheel drive or as a Limited trim.
Standard safety features include front side-impact airbags, AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, Ford's Safety Canopy (a side curtain air bag technology), SecuriCode keyless entry and a tire pressure monitoring system.
The base XLS comes with a minimal amount of standard comfort features, to include keyless entry and power doors, mirrors and windows. Numerous options and packages are available. Major options on the Escape include larger 17-inch wheels, a 320-watt audiophile sound system, Sirius satellite radio, a DVD-based navigation system, leather-trimmed power seats, a power moonroof, a roof rack, ambient lighting, steering wheel audio controls, auxiliary audio input jack and a 110V AC power outlet (Hybrid models only).
Limited and Hybrid Limited trims come equipped with an abundance of luxury and convenience features. Highlights on the Limited include leather upholstery, upgraded sound system, chrome trim and bezels inside, fog lamps, and bright machined-aluminum wheels. The Hybrid includes dual-zone automatic climate control, eco-friendly fabric, fog lamps and unique alloy wheels.
SIRIUS satellite radio -inc: 6-month subscription *N/A in AK or HI*
SYNC voice-activated communications & entertainment system -inc: Bluetooth capability, steering wheel controls, USB port, audio input jack, 911 Assist, vehicle health reports, traffic reports, GPS turn by turn directions, information services *Traffic reports, GPS turn by turn navigation & information services subject to late availability*
EXTERIOR
16" bright machined aluminum wheels
Autolamp headlamps
Body color door handles
Body color front/rear fascias
Body color pwr heated exterior mirrors -inc: integrated blind spot mirror *Late Availability*
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles
Drivetrain:
5 Years/60,000 Miles
Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles
Hybrid Component:
8 Years/100,000 Miles
Emissions:
8 Years/80,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance:
5 Years/60,000 Miles
COLOR SWATCHES
(2010 Ford Escape Hybrid CUV 4Dr shown)
(some swatches not available)
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
Stone
Kiwi Green Metallic (NZ)
Stone
Black Pearl Slate Metallic (T9)
Stone
Black (UA)
Stone
Steel Blue Metallic (UN)
Stone
Ingot Silver Metallic (UX)
Stone
White Suede (WS)
DISCLAIMER - Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
EPA MPG:
