Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Ford Escape gets a makeover inside and out. This means new sheet metal that mimics the look of newer and recently redesigned Ford models (such as the Edge and Expedition) and a more attractive and functional cabin. Under the skin, however, the chassis and powertrain are virtually unchanged, meaning this "redesigned" Escape has the same running gear as before.

• Comfortable interior, impressive list of standard safety features.

• Lackluster performance, braking and fuel efficiency compared to rivals, folding down second seat a multistep process.

User Reviews:

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  Saving gas - 2008 Ford Escape
  By Saving gas - July 18 - 9:56 am

  Traded one of our 8 cyl rucks for this vehicle. Couldnt be happier. Great SUV. Wanted the truck feel when we traded. Tried the car, but just couldnt do it when you were used to a truck.

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  An economical, but a big SUV! - 2008 Ford Escape
  By Kane - July 4 - 2:30 pm

  My old car was a Toyota 4Runner, but hated the gas mileage and pain at the gas stations. So I switched to an Escape. At first, I was worried I might lose lots of the space I had in the 4Runner, but a surprise! My Escape has as big an inside space as my old one. I might be wrong, because my old one was a mid- sized SUV, but at least I feel that way and Im sure about that. My big dog can fit in easily behind the 2nd row seat along with some groceries without a problem. The engine is very smooth and peppy. The acceleration is a little slow, I think, but heck, Im not a race car driver, nor do I want to waste gas for quick acceleration.

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  A Nice Driving Machine - 2008 Ford Escape
  By Mike - June 29 - 12:53 am

  I didnt like the old Escape, so as soon as I saw the new Escape, I went to a dealer and test-drove one. It was much much quieter than the old one my brother is driving. Also, I like the front new grille. The price is also very reasonable compared to ridiculously asking price of a RAV4. I cross-shopped with a RAV4 and CRV and found the starting prices are similar, but once I add the same options a Escape has, the Japanese models cost $3K more. The feul economy is what I expected. It just gives me an everyday enjoyment on the road to work and home. I like the curtain bag, too.

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  The Best Compact SUV So Far - 2008 Ford Escape
  By Bob Crane - December 25 - 8:13 pm

  I owned a Honda CRV but didnt like the driving. So, I checked out Ford Escape and loved it during the test drive. The driving was completely different from my old CRV. I felt I was so miserable driving the CRV. Now Im more than happy with my Escape. The fuel economy is as good as CRV. I dont know why people say Japanese cars have better fuel economy than domestics. The fit and finish is awesome, too. Im 62", but still snug enough in my Escape. Oh, by the way, its much much quieter than the old CRV, and even my friends new CRV or RAV4 Ive driven. My friends envy me and tells me as soon as their CRV, RAV4 lease expires, they buy Escape

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  Best SUV Ive ever owned! - 2008 Ford Escape
  By Mike - December 19 - 8:23 am

  Ive been driving my Escape for about 3 months and I can tell you this. This is the best buy with your money. This is the true money saver. Very quiet interior and the fit and finish is second to none. My kids like the cool exterior design, although I dont like the grille much, but overall its a strong SUV with a very good feul economy and cargo space. The new instrument panel over the old model is greatly improved and the price is virtually unchanged. The driving is so much fun between my work and home. I should have bought this earlier. Ford seems to find out what customers really want except 5 speed auto.

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  Nightmare - 2008 Ford Escape
  By Jessica - December 3 - 1:06 am

  My experience of the Escape has been a nightmare! I am on my second 2008 Escape this year. The first one had braking issues and after being in the shop for an entire month, they exchanged me for another 2008 Escape. This one has been no different. I have owned this one for 9 days and already it will be in the shop for 3 days for ABS, Traction control and a loud Vibration that actually slows the vehicle down. All the issues with both have been rear end and braking issues. Not good! I have been in rental vehicles for 5 weeks now. So not only did I get one lemon, I actually have had two! Ive driven Ford all my life so this is my 1st bad experience. Not very good gas mileage, not what was specified.

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  2008 Ford Escape XLT - 2008 Ford Escape
  By David - October 17 - 10:36 pm

  Opted for the Escape over the RAV4 based on exterior design - looks more SUV like and handsome. Although the RAV4 has a stronger engine and better gas mileage. Always been a fan of Ford. First domestic I have bought in some years, lets see if the brand has improved.

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  My 2008 Escape! - 2008 Ford Escape
  By bgreen2 - July 22 - 3:53 pm

  This car is great! I owned a 2006 and the lease was up.They have done a wonderful job (Ford) upgrading this vehicle. The satellite radio, instrument cluster, and the fun of the drive are my favorites. It handles like a dream.

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  Extreme commute in comfort - 2008 Ford Escape
  By Momofthree - April 24 - 3:46 am

  I have owned this Escape for about six months and have put 19500 miles on it already. My commute is 120+ miles a day and I feel like it is five. There is no vibration, road noise is minimal and I can see without blind spots even with teenagers in the backseat. I am a 59" woman and have no difficulty with seat positioning or steering and love the fact that it turns on a dime. Turns so smooth- Just like my old 76 Bronco from high school. Also have a toddler and the carseat latch features are so easy. Plenty of kick room for her legs too. Perfect height for placement of little ones, she can see out and I have no more back aches from the bend and stretch of buckling her.

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  Perfect for people who dont race - 2008 Ford Escape
  By Nikhil - March 16 - 2:30 am

  The interior is very slick with good utilities. Smooth ride. It is a family car with higher importance to safety rather than speed. Not to be used for street light racing. Fuel economy - 25 MPG which is not very good as compared to foreign models. Price - compitative to most foreign cars and almost $5,000 less than a CR-V