2002 Ford Escape Review Summary & Specs
XLS Sport Utility
Best-in-class handling and performance.
Summary & Specs
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With the V6 engine, which is standard in the XLT version for 2002 and an option in the XLS, the Ford Escape offers the most power in its category. A four-wheel independent suspension and unitbody construction make it handle almost as well as a car. A car-like ride makes it easy to live with. Overall, we feel the Escape is the best SUV in its class.
Specs
| Vehicle Category |
Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor |
Mitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief |
| Model Lineup |
XLS ($18,415); XLS 4WD ($20,040); XLT ($21,950); XLT 4WD ($23,575) |
| Engines (standard) |
3.0-liter DOHC 24v V6 |
| Engines (optional) |
2.0-liter DOHC 16v 4-cylinder; 3.0-liter DOHC 24v V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) |
4-speed automatic |
| 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 |
| Manufacturer Phone |
1-800-392-FORD |
| Manufacturer URL |
www.fordvehicles.com |
| Base Price MSRP |
$18,415 |
Specs as Tested
| Model Tested MSRP |
XLT 4WD ($23,575) |
| 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, trailer towing package. |
| Destination Charge |
540 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) |
XLT premium package ($1230) includes leather seating surfaces, leather-wrapped steering wheel, front buckets with 60/40 split rear bench, front door map pockets, overhead console with dual storage bins, front passenger under-seat storage tray, power moonroof with sunshade |
| Gas Guzzler Tax |
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| Price as Tested |
$25,345 |
| Layout |
four-wheel drive |
| Horse Power |
201 @ 6000 |
| Torque |
196 @ 4750 |
| Fuel Economy |
24/20 |
| Wheelbase |
103.1 |
| Length/Width/Height |
173.0/71.9/69.9 |
| Track Front/Rear |
61.0/60.2 |
| Turning Radius |
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| Seating Capacity |
5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room |
38.3/NA/41.7 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room |
36.9/NA/36.9 |
| Trunk Volume |
63.3 |
| Payload |
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| Towing Capacity |
3500 |
| Front Suspension |
Independent MacPherson strut, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension |
multi-link |
| Ground Clearance |
8.4 |
| Curb Weight |
3457 |
| Stock Tires |
P235/70R16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear |
disc/drum w ABS |
| Fuel Capacity |
16.4 |