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2012 Ford Escape consumer reviews

$21,440–$23,190 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Escape Ford
(187 reviews)
88% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.4
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Great little suv. Not much power with the 4 cylinder engine. Love the crome with the limited. Nice family car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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The most fun, reliable, car to drive and own.

The engineering of the car is well thought out, everything is at your fingertips. Plenty of leg room for adults in back seat. Very comfortable SUV. Best car I've owned buying my second.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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It's like a Rally car in the snow!

This is perfect for anyone who lives in an area that gets snow. We own the limited fully loaded version. In my opinion this is the best looking version of the escapes. Even compared to the one they make today. We've never had an issue. It's decent on gas millage being an AWD, has enough room for a small family and had the features you need.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable affordable enjoyable

This vehicle really is a nice car. It runs well. It always starts right up. It has always been kept in a garage. It is very stylish even more so then the newer model of Escapes. It looks like a cute, miniture SUV. I am 6'5" tall and it is a bit smaller then I would like for driving comfort. Our teenage girls love it (they think we are going to give it to them--lol)! Come and get it before they know it is gone.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Absolutely love my car

This car meets all of my needs, it has so much leg room in both front and back seat areas. I haven?t had any major issues with it just the normal upkeep (oil changes, breaks and tires. The steering is amazing and its rides smoothly will definitely keep this vehicle as long as possible. If your lucky enough to get your hands on the older boxier style of the ford escape you won't regret it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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average car, not the smoothest

This car has corrosion and rusts on the outside and the engine is somewhat noisy. The styling is good on the exterior and interior, and holds a decent amount. However, compared to hondas, toyotas and acuras which I had drove previously it is not as reliable and the ride is far less enjoyable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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City and mountain capable, overall good car

The Ford Escape is a good value for the money. The Limited has leather, a sunroof, it's a Ford so it's reliable, I wish it had more power is the only con

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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All Around Solid and Dependable Vehicle

This car met all of my needs. It is good on gas mileage, yes still able to traverse through the harsh winters safely and without effort. It's stylish and suitable to any age or gender. Great storage capabilities as well.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2012 last great escape body style

been looking for a low mileage 2012 escape limited with all options this one fit the bill with only 46,000 miles and well maintained, i am completely satisfied with my cars.com purchase and the dealership.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Would not buy this again

If you are tall this is not vehicle for you. The driver seat has little or no leg room and my head is one in from the roof. The gas mileage is average and the noise is a constant reminder of how cheaply made this is. Have had this car in the garage and five years at 21,000 miles but it's already starting to rust.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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