2012 Ford Escape Summary

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2012 Ford Escape

Starting MSRP $21,440–$28,120

MPG City: 18 – 23 Highway: 23 – 28

Available Engines

171-hp, 2.5-liter I-4 (regular gas)
240-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (flexible; E85)

Transmissions

6-speed automatic w/OD
5-speed manual w/OD

Average Consumer Rating

(4.8) 11 consumer reviews

Side-by-Side Comparison l Build & Price

Summary

New or Notable

•	Self-parking option
•	Four-cylinder or V-6
•	Available manual transmission
•	Front- or all-wheel drive
•	Hybrid version available

What We Like

•	Tough exterior styling
•	Comfortable, if floaty, ride
•	Large center console
•	Good sight lines
•	Low-speed steering ease

What We Don't

•	Handling and braking
•	Noisy four-cylinder
•	Rudimentary interior
•	Several steps to fold backseat
•	No telescoping steering wheel

The five-seat Escape is Ford's smallest crossover SUV. The Escape's competition includes the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Equinox and Hyundai Tucson. The Escape Hybrid is listed separately in the Cars.com Research section.

6 Available Escape Trims

Select a trim name below for detailed specifications

Standard Equipment & Options

	Engine	MPG	MSRP	Invoice
XLS 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	23/28	$21,440	$20,315
XLS 4dr 4x4 See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	20/27	$23,190	$21,925
XLT 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	21/28	$24,870	$23,222
XLT 4dr 4x4 See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	20/27	$26,620	$24,815
Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	21/28	$26,370	$24,587
Limited 4dr 4x4 See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	20/27	$28,120	$26,180
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