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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  FUN TO DRIVE SINCE 2005! - 2003 Ford Escape
  By K T. Thornberry - November 4 - 8:05 am

  This V6 SUV is more economical than you would think. Ive gotten geat gas mileage for 11 years. And its oh so fun to drive. So dependable that the only time it didnt crank, I needed a battery, ONCE. Best car I ever owned. Bought it used in 2005 with 38000 miles on it. It now has 84,000 plus & still going strong Had the brake pads changed once. Always got the oil changed regularly. Apparently it really makes a difference.

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  Good SUV - 2003 Ford Escape
  By JPoon - October 17 - 10:00 am

  Very impressive acceleration. 0-60 is very quick! Handling is precise and quick. Took it on a drive over the weekend to visit CA caverns, tried the 4WD feature. Very nice! Handled the steep highway hills very well too. Very responsive transmission. The 3rd gear goes all the way up to 80mph!! Dun screw with this car on the HWY! Braking is very stable and quick! The seats are abit hard The wind noise at high speed is quite irritating and there is some rattlng noise here and there. The license plate has 2 screws and when hit a bump, the plate just slaps on the metal making very loud noise.

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  Great SUV - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Superfueler - October 17 - 10:00 am

  I bought the Ford Escape as a replacement for my 96 VW Golf. I wanted something that was a bit bigger on the inside, was better in the snow, and was more truck-like. The Escape was the perfect match. It has awesome power with the V6, goes great in the snow, has awesome brakes, roomy in the inside, and looks more macho than the RAV-4 or CRV. It also rides more like a car than a truck, unlike the Explorer.

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  Excellent Car - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Hailey Mitchell - October 12 - 10:00 am

  I think this car is really great. It has good mileage and is very comfy. I like the way it is built and I am sure you will like it and its price.

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  Northern adventure - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Lawrence Lawson - July 8 - 9:44 pm

  Prone to rust in rear quarter panels.

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  Northern adventure - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Lawrence Lawson - July 8 - 9:44 pm

  Prone to rust in rear quarter panels.

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  Surprisingly Peppy SUV - 2003 Ford Escape
  By drive2bfree - June 5 - 10:00 am

  In the "break-in" mode and so far the vehicle is surprisingly peppy and fun to drive. Enjoy the space and the 4x4 capability. The vehicle started to shimmyvibrate when over 65-70mph, but it seems it may have been the windy weather that day since it has not happened since. Will keep an eye on it, though.

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  ExcellentSCAPE - 2003 Ford Escape
  By Bite me, Chevy boy - April 30 - 2:00 am

  This is our first SUV, and were extremely pleased with it so far. Weve had it three months, and have nearly 6,000 miles already. Its a blast to drive because of its willing engine and capable handling. We love how it sounds, how it smells, how it feels, and how it looks. We highly recommend this vehicle (especially with the Appearance Package).

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  real escape review - 2003 Ford Escape
  By KWR71839 - April 18 - 10:00 am

  Having an escape as my first car, i was a little skeptical at first. But getting behind the wheel makes me feel safe and in control. With the engine of a large SUV and the size of a compact, this car has some definite power if you know how to use it. Not a difficult ride, smooth and enjoyable. The escape is a definite recommendation for a test drive.

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  Unbelievably Powerful - 2003 Ford Escape
  By SUV MMan - March 12 - 10:00 am

  I came out of a 1997 Isuzu Trooper and I could not be happier. The Escape combines a great interior with outstanding handling and performance. I looked at a Jeep Liberty and I could not believe how cheap the vehicle was made. I still have headaches thinking about the shoddy workmanship with the plastic trim that is glued onto the body.