Overview & Reviews

The 2011 Ford Escape gets a couple of minor equipment changes that include MyKey being made standard across the board.

• Innovative high-tech features
• Impressive crash scores
• Peppy performance.

• Non-reclining rear seat is difficult to fold.
• Feels old compared to rivals
• Poor braking performance

User Reviews:

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  4 CYL FWD seems good so far - 2011 Ford Escape
  By kcmh - March 2 - 8:12 am

  Purchased one last week from the Dayton, Ohio area. Drove back to Columbus and already like the car so far. Front seats are comfy and plenty of room. 4 CYL is pretty small for it so dont expect a lot of power but the 6-speed auto will make up for it. Cargo space is pretty good. I packed in a golf bag (Staff bag) with fire gear and still had room. And was able to use the cargo cover still Sync system kinda hard to use, and turn by turn directions calls a phone number to use. Thats odd.

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  I have the infamous - 2011 Ford Escape
  By al_syracuse - December 31 - 10:57 am

  I originally had concerns with build quality, but got those issues resolved at the dealership. However, I am experiencing the infamous "hoot" noise in the transmission, which, apparently, hundreds of 4WD owners are experiencing. At first Ford said it was not a problem, and simply inherent in the transmittion. Then they said a temporary fix would be to replace the chain in the transaxle. Now, they say a permanent fix will be available in the second quarter of 2011. - What a crock! I have owned seven vehicles with either AWD or 4WD and none have had a similar issue. I am very disappointed with Ford, and this may be my last Ford, even though I have owned at least 10 over the years.

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  Research and you shall see - 2011 Ford Escape
  By macc4644 - December 13 - 9:39 am

  I have wanted an Escape for several years but never pulled the trigger because of the reviews. This year I decided to look at them again. I get a new vehicle for business yearly so I have had much experience with the competition. For $50K you do not get real leather in a Touareg. A $35K Wrangler is the real deal but rides harsh with bad road manners and the backseat is just for looks. The Nissans are too old school and pricey. Hyundais are no longer cheap or full efficient. I looked at everything in the SUV market from $20-$60K and everything bad I read about the Escape is worse in cars costing much more. The 2011 has a great interior and the Limited has everything you could ask for.

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  JUNK nothing but JUNK - 2011 Ford Escape
  By Found on ROAD DEAD - December 5 - 2:00 am

  Great looking SUV but its NO "Honda". Its just in the shop almost every other week. Engine, transmission, electrical, my stomach just gets in knots every time I drive it. Thank GOD! I have a LOVING DAD thats there for me.

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  6 cyl, but that wasnt an option - 2011 Ford Escape
  By Al in Syracuse - November 16 - 2:00 am

  Have owned this vehicle for about a month. So far, very good purchase. However, gas mileage is WAY below advertised mileage. Average is 19.5, but highway highest at 22 and only 18 in city. Some build quality issues that I hope to get resolved when I return to the dealership. Passenger side mud guard behind rear wheel doesnt even come close to fitting properly.

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  Love it - 2011 Ford Escape
  By chpoz - November 11 - 2:00 am

  I have no complaints with my limited v-6. It has every whistle/bell that I want. It all works perfectly. The ride is good and quiet with comfort. I think edmunds reviews missed the boat or they prefer a new design each and every year. If it aint broke dont fix it. Great vehicle on my part.

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  Gutless and gas guzzler - 2011 Ford Escape
  By drhart416 - November 10 - 2:00 am

  I regret not getting the V6. The 4 cyl is a bit noisy for my liking. The torque is not what it should be either. I dont really notice great gas mileage. Ill fill up and drive 60 miles and the fuel tank is already down to 3/4 full. Ive figured it out to be about 7 Liters per 100 KM (hopefully you can translate this into miles per gallon). I hope this improves as the car gets "broken in". Right now, its got about 4000 miles on it.

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  Steppin Up - 2011 Ford Escape
  By Hammertime - October 14 - 2:00 am

  Traded my 2010 XLS for an XLT with the Sun and Sync package. So far it has been a good purchase. Great deal, the 2011 seems to be smoother and quieter than the 2010. Love the Sync system and the fuel economy. The 4 cyl is surprisingly powerful. I dont think Edmunds reviews give this vehicle a fair shake. Test drive it and I am sure you will be surprised!

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  Dont listen to the critics! - 2011 Ford Escape
  By LuvMyEscape - September 22 - 2:00 am

  This is a great car. I have the XLT with V-6, and I average 28 mpg, but at the same time, when I need pick up or just want to have fun, this is a great vehicle to drive. The interior is comfortable and very quiet. I havent had any problems with braking distances. Frankly, Im not sure if the Edmunds reviewers drove the same car, or if someone was just having a bad day when they did the test drive.

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  Escape the problems - 2011 Ford Escape
  By Ralph Genova - July 24 - 1:02 am

  Very reliable vehicle. Didnt do anything other than routine maintenance for the entire time I owned the vehicle.