Overview & Reviews

The Escape is Ford's new SUV. Smaller in size than the Explorer (and dwarfed by an Excursion), the 2001 Ford Escape competes in the same class as the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Its main calling cards are an optional V6 engine and a large interior.

• Strong V6 engine, plenty of interior space, car-like road manners.

• Lacks the off-road capability of a truck-based SUV, barely adequate base engine, unknown reliability.

User Reviews:

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  Very good car for the money - 2001 Ford Escape
  By doorg_reater - December 5 - 2:00 am

  I have driven 25500 miles in my Escape. I have FWD version, so it is not that great on snow, but is still good on gravel and forest roads when it is dry. Overall, I like this this car, especially the strong engine and good handling. (I have driven Hyundai Santa Fe, and Escape handles much better than Hyundai.) I got the cheap XLS version so the interior is pretty basic, but still OK. The only problem so far was failed DPFE sensor at 19k miles.

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  The Truck that Drives like a car - 2001 Ford Escape
  By bdale - June 5 - 10:00 am

  Peppy V6. Drives like a car and not a truck, you feel the bumps a little more. Comfortable for long drives. Havent had a recall or need for repair. Back seat roomy. Dont care for the steps on the side, only serve to dirty your pants.

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  Awesome, But Defective - 2001 Ford Escape
  By Don C - May 4 - 2:00 am

  Its FAST! It beats most cars, never mind SUVs. The factory 6 CD stereos almost perfect! I love the aggressive styling, spacious interior and high seat height. However, next time Im buying a Toyota or Honda. The CRV and Rav4 are under-powered. The Rav4 is too small. The Highlander and Pilot are too big and cost too much. Unfortunately, my Escape spent over three weeks at the dealer for repairs the first year. The front axles were dangerously defective, damaging the front tires. There was a rattle in the hatch that took three visits to cure. The hood release cable snapped and... you get the idea.

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  Great in Snow! - 2001 Ford Escape
  By rshoe - March 17 - 2:00 am

  Ive had the Escape for almost two years. Very few problems. No major problems. Great ride in good weather. Really does great in the snow. A few rattles in the front suspension. Tires had to be replaced at 35,000 miles. Nice CD player/stereo. Automatic transmission seems to switch into overdrive too soon. Interior pretty comfortable. Good power. Gas mileage about right for a compact SUV.

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  Nice SUV for the price, easy handling - 2001 Ford Escape
  By B Mills - December 4 - 10:00 am

  We bought this vehicle used, and it had about 30,000 miles on it after 18 months of usage by the previous owner. So far we have been very pleased with the performance and handling. My 16 year old daughter is driving it, and she has great visibility, and can park it and manuever it easily. So far no quality problems, just a few minor rattles from the back door. The engine is quiet and has plenty of power.

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  Frustrated With This 2001 Ford Escape - 2001 Ford Escape
  By Capricorn - October 5 - 10:00 am

  Ive had to take it back to the shop for a recall item & some minor stuff. Minor has now started to become major. Before you buy this, think about quality. I can assure you that Ford doesnt care once you go pass the warranty period. Ive had to get the spark plugs replaced, #1 engine coil, tires & brake pads. Im still having an acceleration & misfire prob which I was told that the malfunc was somewhere in the #1 cylinder. The tech said it could be anything. That stupid eng light has been on more times than I can remember. Hard for you to get to some of your spark plugs & coils-its gonna cost to remove that eng intake & replace those expensive coils.

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  Lemon:Transition at 16,000 miles! - 2001 Ford Escape
  By jj - January 22 - 12:36 pm

  The first time my 2001 Ford Escape XLT broke down, it was a result of the Serpentine belt falling out of my car due to a loose belt. The second time my Escape left me stranded onthe highway, was due to the V6 transmission. At 16,000 miles my car needed a new transmission. Ford Motor Company promised me an extended 100,000m/ 6 yr. powertrain warranty at no cost. I have yet to recieve the paperwork from Ford I now laugh at their "Committment and Quality" commercials.