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2004 Ford Escape Review
Smooth, agile, roomy, practical, and affordable.
2004 Escape Review Summary & Specifications
Ford Escape is a well-balanced on-road SUV. It has a roomy interior and good cargo capacity. The available V6 engine provides the Escape with strong power. A four-wheel independent suspension and unit-body construction make it handle almost as well as a car. A car-like ride makes it easy to live with. It isn't designed for serious off-road driving, nor are its direct competitors.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Mitch McCullough |
| Model Lineup | XLS ($18,710); XLS 4WD ($21,925); XLT ($22,555); XLT 4WD ($24,180); Limited ($24,615); Limited 4WD ($26,240) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.0-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve Inline-4; 3.0-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front airbags |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | ABS, side airbags |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Kansas City, Missouri; Avon Lake, Ohio |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-392-FORD |
| Manufacturer URL | www.fordvehicles.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 18710 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Escape XLT 4WD ($24,180) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning, anti-theft system with perimeter alarm, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, cargo cover and convenience net, center console with armrest, cruise control, 3.0-liter V6 Duratec engine, four-speed automatic transmission, front fog lamps, rear privacy glass, chrome grille, dual visor mirrors, AM/FM/cassette with in-dash six-CD changer, six-way power driver's seat with manual lumbar control, five-spoke alloy wheels, full carpeting, electric rear window defroster, power locks, illuminated remote keyless entry, headlights with automatic off/delay, power mirrors, accessory power outlet in rear cargo area, tachometer, power windows with express down for driver's window |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Leather Comfort group ($575) includes leather seating surfaces, leather-wrapped steering wheel, front bucket seats and 60/40 split rear bench; Class II trailer towing package ($350); cargo cover ($75) |
| Destination Charge | 590 |
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| Layout | four-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 25770 |
| Horse Power | 201 @ 5900 |
| Torque | 196 @ 4700 |
| Fuel Economy | 18/23 |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 |
| Length/Width/Height | 173.0/70.1/69.1 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 35.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.3/53.4/42.7 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 36.9/49.0/36.4 |
| Trunk Volume | 69.2 |
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| Towing Capacity | 3500 |
| Front Suspension | independent MacPherson strut, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link, coil springs |
| Ground Clearance | 7.8 |
| Curb Weight | 3346 |
| Stock Tires | P235/70R16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/drum with ABS and EBD |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 |
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