Ford Escape 2012 Review

Since its introduction, the Ford Escape has one of the best-selling small SUV in the United States. Considering the number of vehicles in this segment (founded many of them even before the publication of the flight) are available, this may surprise a little. "But Ford has a knack for designing sharp SUV, aimed at a broad spectrum of buyers.

To escape with, Ford is able to match the style and ability to drive the four wheels of a traditional SUV with the three-dimensional characteristics, practicality and driving a midsize car. For the city dweller needs something comfortable, versatile ride, fun and able to shed some light off-road or tow, which fit perfectly. Of course, the flight of lower prices has undoubtedly improves its appeal.

Despite these attributes apply even today, you can not deny that the basic design of the Ford Escape is always a little "old, with a significant refresh for the year 2008. The interior has received significant improvements particularly with better materials and a stylish appearance . In any case, the leak is at a disadvantage for the new compact SUV that is smarter and more rewarding driving experience.

Actual Ford Escape

The Ford Escape is a compact four-door SUV. Thanks to its light four-wheel independent suspension and unibody construction, is better suited for off-road driving. The basic structure was solved with the help of the Mazda Tribute, which is very similar to the leak has been developed. The Mercury Mountaineer is nearly identical to the flight and differs mainly on a few different features and details of interior and exterior design.

The exhaust is available in three trim levels: XLS, XLT and Limited. Standard equipment on the XLS includes 16-inch wheels, alloy wheels, accessories for power, cruise control, climate control, stability control and ABS brakes. The XLT adds automatic headlights, auto-dimming interior mirror and driver's seat. The list of features of the XLT adds to the limited flight leather upholstery, heated front seats and Ford Sync. The main options, depending on the surface are dual-zone climate control, rear parking sensors, sunroof quality stereo, a navigation system and an automatic parking system in parallel.

All levels of hardware, have the front-or all-wheel drive. All but the Limited comes with a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder that produces 171 hp. A five-speed manual transmission (XLS only) or a six-speed automatic transmission. Standard on Limited and optional on the XLT is a 240-hp 3.0-liter V6. A six-speed automatic transmission with the V6 is lonely. A special version of the tracking is the Escape Hybrid, a gasoline / electric provides the best fuel efficiency of an SUV.

A distinction is made in reviews, we found a flight through the collection of high-tech performance and full of life. The disadvantages are poor performance brakes, the rear seats a sometimes awkward and a little dated "feel compared to some of its newer competitors. But the latest Ford Escape worth a visit for those interested in is a small, crossover SUV.

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