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What are the features of a 2009 Ford Escape?

What are the features of a 2009 Ford Escape?

The 2009 Ford Escape’s interior received a much needed overhaul last year, adding better quality plastics, “Ice Blue” dash lighting and a new “top-of-dash” information center. Ford moved the Escape’s parking brake to the driver’s-side footwell, permitting the creation of a wide center console storage space large enough to accept a laptop computer.

Why does my transmission have a jerky shift?

Over time, the frictional properties of the fluid can degrade, leading to elongated, jerky or inconsistent shifts. In this case, it’s time for a fluid change. How do you know for sure the fluid is worn? The only definite way to find out is to conduct used fluid analysis. However, fluid that smells burnt or appears dirty is likely due for a change.

Are there any issues with the Ford Escape?

The biggest issue now is the rear passenger wheel well is rusting underneath and on the outside and there is rusting on the roof above the driver side where the windshield and roof meet. Other than that, this thing is doing really well with over 125,000 miles and I will likely drive it until it has close to 200,000.

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Is the Ford Escape a good family car?

As a family vehicle, the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid has to score well on safety, and it does. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) deems it a Top Safety Pick, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gives it five stars in its front and side impact tests.

What do you need to know about Ford Escape reliability?

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2009 Ford Escape owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling), loose interior and exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What kind of gas mileage does Ford Escape get?

Or consider the (very rare) Mazda Tribute Hybrid—again, the same vehicle underneath. The 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid is a viable and sturdy contender in the family crossover arena. Gas mileage is excellent for a compact SUV, and optional mechanical all-wheel drive sets it apart from softer competitors.

Which is the best review of a 2009 Ford Escape?

Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2009 Ford Escape provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car. Read the full in-depth review of the Used 2009 Escape at Edmunds.

Are there any problems with the Ford Escape?

The 2009 Ford Escape has 2286 problems & defects reported by Escape owners. The worst complaints are transmission, steering, and engine problems.

As a family vehicle, the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid has to score well on safety, and it does. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) deems it a Top Safety Pick, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gives it five stars in its front and side impact tests.

What kind of mileage does the Ford Escape get?

The EPA rates it at 34 mpg city/31 mpg highway, and during a four-day road test with substantial highway mileage, we consistently averaged 30 mpg or very close. Unlike the handful of other all-wheel-drive hybrid crossovers and SUVs, the Escape Hybrid AWD drives all four wheels mechanically.

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Ruth Doyle