Overview & Reviews

Need more luxury when you Escape? For 2003, Ford will offer a new Limited edition that includes body-color trim, polished aluminum wheels, a reverse sensing system, a Mach audio system with six-disc CD changer, heated front seats and sideview mirrors, premium leather seats, front side airbags and an autodimming rearview mirror. The XLT can also be upgraded this year with an appearance package that includes special wheels, side step bars and body-color exterior trim. For all 2003 Ford Escapes, there are upgraded interior materials and fabrics, an available two-tone cabin color scheme, illuminated power window and lock switches and three new colors. Finally, the XLS 4WD with a four-cylinder engine and a manual transmission is dropped for 2003.

• Powerful V6, large cargo capacity, comfortable interior, car-like handling.

• Weak standard four-cylinder engine, small gas tank size limits range.

User Reviews:

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  Love this one, will never buy any other - 2003 Ford Escape
  By sistrkate - March 9 - 2:00 am

  I looked around quite a bit and drove several of the smaller SUVs, and narrowed it down to the Jeep Liberty and Escape. For interior room and exterior looks, the Escape won hands- down. I love this SUV and would do it all over again. Very little to complain about except it seems to drain the gas tank all too often. V6 engine is more than adequate and stereo is great too!

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  Problems, Problems - 2003 Ford Escape
  By bizmark - February 12 - 2:00 am

  I bought this vehicle brand new, right off the lot at a dealership 50 miles from home. Within two days there was a problem--the vehicle had a hole in the radiator right off the lot! With less than 10,000 miles a front wheel bearing went out. And now the thing kills sometimes if your foot is off the gas. I have to drive it with my right foot on the gas and my left on the brake when it is acting this way because every time you take your foot off the gas--even if moving in traffic--it will kill the engine. I had similar problems with a Ford in the past and now I think I wont ever own another one.

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  Not too bad - 2003 Ford Escape
  By mollic - February 9 - 2:00 am

  I bought my Escape because it was the first SUV I drove that was fun to drive. But, theres little things I would change. The V6 isnt as powerful as I would have hoped. My 1993 GMC Jimmy had MUCH more power in its engine. The fuel economy doesnt seem to be as good in practice as on paper, and Im anxiously waiting the Hybrid. Interior design could use a spruce up, too.

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  Escaped! - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Petch - January 31 - 10:00 am

  The vehicle is great had a problme with the seat and dvd player. Dealer fixed promptly.

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  Accelerator sticks - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Esther Boyer - January 28 - 2:00 am

  The accelerator is too hard to push, not smooth, always jerky. Dealership says they have this complaint all the time.

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  #1 Small SUV! - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Madelyn - January 18 - 2:00 am

  This is a great vehicle that was built by Ford. As my dad worked for Ford for 38 years I will always drive a Ford. Before we bought the Escape I thought that it would be to small but it has enough room for us. The small suv has a lot of hp rated at 201 which is more than enough for an suv. This vehicle is only about two years old and should be a great seller for many years to come. And also farwell to the great selling Taurus.

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  2002 Escape - 2003 Ford Escape
  By jkr - December 30 - 2:00 am

  I really like my ford Escape in an all around package its hard to beat. Very fun to drive! Easy to see out of,easy to move about- park

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  Poor choice - 2003 Ford Escape
  By K PRIDE - December 30 - 2:00 am

  Before warranty was over, Ford replaced entire plastic panel around bottom of vehicle (faded). Battery failed & was replaced. We just went out of warranty (38,000 mi) and the gas pedal has started sticking when you take it out of park. At 40K mi, the CD player has quit working. Sorry, but its out of warranty! Sorry, FORD, you lose in the long run!

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  We love this little guy! - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Sharonxtxr - December 20 - 2:00 am

  We are so pleased with this small SUV, our first but not last. We have already used it for a motel, love the seat warmers and extra handles for the older generation. Love the heating and air conditioning system too. So simple.

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  Good Vehicle - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Brice rhodes - December 13 - 2:00 am

  I own a 2002 Ford Escape XLT 4X4.I am very happy with my Escape.I absolutley love the exterior look and it rides very well.I think the interior could be a little more modern.I am not too happy with the fuel economy.I get about 18-19 mpg most of the time.Overall it is the best vehicle I have ever owned.