Overview & Reviews

Additional standard equipment makes the 2002 Ford Escape an even better value. XLS models get a dual-media cassette/CD stereo, while XLT adds a V6 engine, privacy glass, power driver seat and an in-dash six-CD changer. New Sport packages also debut. The XLS Sport includes 15-inch alloy wheels with larger tires, side-step bars, Sport-embroidered floor mats and dark tinted privacy glass. The XLT Sport, new for 2002, provides, in addition to XLS Sport equipment, a special No Boundaries roof rack system and unique 16-inch alloy wheels with meatier rubber. Four new colors are also available.

• Strong V6 engine, comfortable cabin, plenty of cargo space, car-like road manners.

• Lacks the off-road capability of a truck-based SUV, barely adequate base engine, shoddy build quality, unimpressive interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  2002 Ford Escape Overview - 2002 Ford Escape
  By M.A.F. - December 23 - 2:00 am

  I REALLY AM FOND OF MY ESCAPE, HOWEVER, THE GAS MILAGE HAS BEEN A DISAPOINTMENT.THERE IS NO WAY THAT THE TRUCK IS GETING THE ADVERTISED GAS MILAGE.I AM ALSO SOMEWHAT DISAPOINTED IN THE PAINT FINISH. THE FINISH SEEMS TO SCRATCH QUITE EASILY.

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  Sweet Sorrow - 2002 Ford Escape
  By rjc - December 8 - 2:00 am

  Maybe isolated. I traded in my Escape before the 3 year/36000 mile warranty. Had multiple electronic issues. Dash lights would go out, stereo lights, brake lights.They were fairly minor but I wasnt about to keep after warranty expired.Would Still have car otherwise. Its fun to drive, milege wasnt too bad

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  Fun and Capable - 2002 Ford Escape
  By JaxMax - November 3 - 2:00 am

  I really like my Escape. It moves well, handles well and is comfortable for my 61" frame. Visability is excellent and parks nimbly. At 31,000 miles my only problems have been a faulty CD player and some weird electical problems when it rains hard. I am concerned about reliability over time, especially the electronics. Overall, I enjoy it, use to carry lots of stuff and would recommend it to others.

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  Excellent Vehicle - 2002 Ford Escape
  By shadow597 - September 27 - 2:00 am

  Excellent Car with no problems. It has run great and fuel consumption has been less than expected for a SUV.

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  Quality Ford SUV - 2002 Ford Escape
  By brian olney - September 22 - 2:00 am

  My back window blew out, defroster shorted out, but ford was great, gave me a taurus with 38 miles on it and had my car fixed in one day.

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  Wouldnt trade it for the world - 2002 Ford Escape
  By Sheli - September 19 - 2:00 am

  I bought the Escape in 2001 because I wanted an SUV that wouldnt "break the bank" with gas mileage. I consistently get 20 MPG and have had only one mechanical problem. I have 50000 miles on it with no intentions of trading it in. I love this SUV!!

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  DONT DO IT - 2002 Ford Escape
  By codilh - September 18 - 2:00 am

  DO NOT BUY THIS VEHICLE!! Ive had more problems with the Ford Escape than any other vehicle that Ive ever owned. 550 miles - all new gas lines 15000 miles - new transmission 16000 miles - leaking windows, windows off track 30000 miles - new brakes & rotors new accelorator pedal & throttle new stearing gear

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  Great Escape - 2002 Ford Escape
  By Keunhaeng Huh - September 12 - 2:00 am

  Its a pretty good car. except the interior..

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  Hoping it lasts - 2002 Ford Escape
  By shelloaz - September 10 - 2:00 am

  I love the way my Escape drives and looks. I wish it didnt have so many little problems. This is my first time owning a Ford, I dont think I will be buying another one. I have had a problem with the check engine light coming on, fixed at dealer. A/C control knob broke, A/C is not very cold, having that checked in a couple of days, clunking sound coming from brakes when stopping. For a vehicle only 1 yr. old I didnt expect all these problems. My Toyotas always lasted 200,000 miles with very few problems, mostly towards the end. I just hope my ESCAPE makes it without bankruping us.

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  2002 Escape 4WD fun and feistiness - 2002 Ford Escape
  By NoJunk - August 28 - 2:00 am

  Good looking, handles great on ice and in snow. I use it a lot for backraod access to hiking trailheads and it outperforms other vehicles I have driven in similar conditions (e.g. Land Rover). Lots of pep.