2001 Ford Escape Interior Review

Interior

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Ford claims the Escape is the most spacious of the small SUVs (at 133.9 cubic feet). The rear cargo area offers 63.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded down, making it just the thing for a day of antiquing. With the split 60/40 rear seats folded up to accommodate up to five passengers it provides 33.0 cubic feet. Entering and exiting the vehicle is aided by a low doorsill height and wide door openings.

Front-seat roominess is similar to that of the Explorer. Rear seats offer more knee room that what is found in the Honda CR-V. White-faced instruments, in vogue these days, are in a straightforward instrument panel. Side airbags are optional.

The audio system and heating, ventilation and air conditioning controls in the center stack are angled slightly toward the driver to ease reach while driving. Ford engineers say they tested the placement of the controls by using blindfolded occupants. In-dash single CD player is standard; a 300-watt, six-disc, in-dash CD player is available. Next Page