2012 Ford Escape Summary

2012 Ford Escape

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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

(4.5) 35 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

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.

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6 Available Escape Trims

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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
Destination charge: $825
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