Overview & Reviews

The 2004 Ford Escape remains largely unchanged although the price has been lowered on the plush Limited model and certain appearance packages are now available on lower trim levels which, in effect, reduce the final price. Also, Chrome Yellow is no longer a color choice. To eliminate confusion, trim levels and option packages have been consolidated.

• Powerful V6, large cargo capacity, comfortable interior, carlike handling.

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

User Reviews:

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  Escape Limited is Great? - 2004 Ford Escape
  By lottie - September 6 - 2:00 am

  Test drove liberty, cherokee limited and escape. Liberty small in elbow room for driver and front seats.

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  I love my SUV - 2004 Ford Escape
  By Lorraine Coffey - September 4 - 2:00 am

  I love driving my SUV! I cant find anything to complain about so far:) The cupholders could be deeper.

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  Escape into the Future - 2004 Ford Escape
  By LaChanda Hawkins - September 4 - 2:00 am

  I purchased my truck easter weekend this year. I wouldnt trade it for anything. It is dependale, great on gas, easy to handle and very spacious for my family of four.

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  escapie - 2004 Ford Escape
  By Linz - September 1 - 2:00 am

  excellent. i love my escape, its cute and its ok to jump a curb once in a while, nothing will break off :-) its not a car, but its not an suv- the perfect mix.

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  Fantastic SUV - 2004 Ford Escape
  By MrTaz49 - August 29 - 2:00 am

  This is a great SUV. Had rented one last year in 2003 for vacation. It really was comfortable to ride in, drive and all around vehicle. Found the one we bought at Enterprise Car Sales just had to buy it. Not too good on gas mileage but that is the only disappointment I have. Would buy another one if needed too.

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  Clifford the Escape - 2004 Ford Escape
  By ACEMARKEY - August 26 - 2:00 am

  We have TWO! Named my Escape Clifford. Guess what color it is? I love this car, looove, there arent enough positive words. Much better mileage than what the sticker says. Peppy, roomy. Handles great in snow. A bit of wind noise at high speeds(80mph) makes it difficult to listen to the excellent cd player (single). Please follow the dealer maintenance record religiously. There have been a few problems, but the dealer fixed. Dont bother with the dealers ext. warranty Call Ford Mo Co yourself and ask them specifically for their own. Dealer will try to sell you an aftermarketinsisting it is Fords. After 2 dealers, 3 cars we learned the hard way.

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  Love It! - 2004 Ford Escape
  By Jim in MD - August 22 - 2:00 am

  Very nice vehicle overall. I went from a compact sedan to the Escape. Overall driving experience took a bit of getting used to. But I think this is a good choice for anyone looking for something thats "larger than normal" but not a road tank. The individual who compared this FWD Escape with the Jeep Liberty doesnt understand that FWD does not = 4WD. There IS a 4WD version available. So if thats what you need then maybe you should have asked your company to purcase that. And I can report that my doors have not fallen off, contrary to another reviewers statements. Indeed, Ive had no build defect/service issues at all.

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  Why I love my Escape - 2004 Ford Escape
  By Donner - August 22 - 2:00 am

  This vehicle handles well and rides great. I have owed several ford vehicles and this one is one I would purchase again. It also gets great gas mileage in town and as well as highway.

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  Decided best of comparable models - 2004 Ford Escape
  By M2004 - August 19 - 2:00 am

  After much research between the Escape, Liberty, and CR-V, Ford seemed to offer the best features and reviews amongst the three. ABS, Gas mileage, and mechanical performance were my priorities I test drove the Liberty first, then the Escape. I knew that the Escape would perform better for city driving, and if that is what you are going to use the vehicle for mainly, stick with Ford. The seats take some getting used to, though there are a number of adjustment options. Overall, as a first time SUV, the Escape is great and is a good transition between a coupe/small sedan and truck. The car overall feels pretty strong.

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  Enthusiastic about the Escape - 2004 Ford Escape
  By upstategodess - August 19 - 2:00 am

  have researched and test driven most suv in this class. started out looking at the explorer decided it was too much for me, took the escape for a test drive and fell in love.