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2013 Ford Escape consumer reviews

$22,470 starting MSRP
side view of 2013 Escape Ford
(479 reviews)
70% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.2
  • Interior 4.1
  • Performance 4.1
  • Value 3.8
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 3.8
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Ok vehicle.

I’ve had the throttle sensor break down 3 times in the last year. Other sensor also. Would not buy this car again. He car also has a bad blind spot.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Not just run away, Drive away from it!!!

2013 was not a good vintage for American cars (2013 Chevy Equinox, GMC Terrain, Buick Enclave, anyone?). A can with FIFTEEN Recalls, many life threatening, does not inspire confidence. Go to Car Complaints. Com and read the horror stories. I looked into GMC, Chevy, this car and Jeep Compass đź§­ and went with the VW Tiguan.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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Best small suv

This car gets great gas mileage it’s small but the perfect size for a small family. Good cargo space. Seats are very comfy and the style is good looking

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Worst car I have ever had. Ford sucks.

Ford cars suck. Ford produced 5 yrs of Escapes (1.5 million)with improper dr gapping chipping paint on all 4 drs. Simple tweak up CAD system not done for 5 yes. Front end clunk never fixed and reported at only 29 k . Do not recomend Ford. To many problems and Ford does not care after you purchase. I will never buy Ford again.

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

Transmission shot at 75k miles Water pump and Timing chain shot at 80k miles Ford clearly has no intention of fixing their wrongs with the transmissions.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Great car for having space with good gas milage!

This SUV has been great for us, and has hood space, nice features, and amazing gas milage. It has been extremely reliable, and fun to drive!

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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Nice Car for what I paid

I like how it is easy to drive and the seats are comfortable, it is also a nice looking car. I bought the car used and it's supposed to be a eco boost vehicle but when I take off, I notice that it doesn't work at its best efficiency, it revs up the engine to much, and when you barely tap on the gas it's not enough to make the car go. Trying to get the best MPG are unsuccessful and not sure how fuel efficient this eco boost really is . This basic model is sad and not worth buying it at full market value. to really enjoy this car, go for the upgrades.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Reliable and economical, just right for my needs

This vehicle will meet all my needs. Good gas mileage, safe to drive in the winter weather and comfortable on longer road trips. Very satisfied with the purchase of this vehicle.

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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Excellent vehicle. Best in class for the money.

I've had many vehicles from Tahoe's to BMW's and this was a surprise. Going to buy 2019 Escape SEL with the same Turbo 2.0 liter motor. Adding only the sway bar after market due to the 240 hp in this vehicle. Handles great with the addition.

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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So far...so good!

Haven’t had this SUV for very long so can’t vouch, yet, for long-term reliability, but so far I love her! Great extras that I didn’t have in my 2005 Dodge Neon, that I bought new, but they are certainly going to help as I age...auto. cargo open|close; remote start; sensors to let you know if you’re getting too close to something and the fact that you sit up higher and can, therefore see better!

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