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2016 Ford Escape consumer reviews

$23,590 starting MSRP
side view of 2016 Escape Ford
(273 reviews)
91% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.6
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Beautiful car!

It handles great, super clean inside and the pick up on it is incredible. Super excited to see how it handles in the snow. The Sync feature is pretty cool also.

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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Ford did it again!

This car is meeting all of our needs. We also own an F150, which is an exceptional truck, however, it is hard for me to step up into the truck and this car is exactly what I wanted. It is great on gas and very comfortable while looking great!

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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No problems with the car just the .

I love the vehicle itself. I just wish I could say the same about the dealership. One thing I hate to be is lied to.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Truly a very reliable car. This is our 3rd Escape

This car is safe and reliable. It is also a very sharp looking car inside and out. It is excellent on fuel economy as well. Has many goodies trough out the car.

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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Best Vehicle I've Ever Owned!

Having owned and driven a wide variety of cars, trucks, vans, etc., as a professional stunt car driver and as a mom and a commuter, on two continents and in multiple states over several decades, I can attest that the 2016 Ford Escape SE 4WD with Ecoboost has exceeded all expectations. This is simply the best vehicle I've ever owned. Its steering is extremely tight, the way I like it, and it turns on a dime. It accelerates nearly as quickly as a Tesla. It has great brakes, traction, and a multitude of helpful features from the best GPS I've ever used to separate driver and passenger heating controls and a great rearview camera to make backing up a breeze. Having driven it nine hours straight to the northernmost tip of Maine and another nine hours back down to New York, the comfort's undeniable. Although it feels big and roomy inside, its outer footprint is similar to a midsize sedan, which makes parking a breeze. Considering its multiple safety features and rating, I'd also highly recommend this for families with teens who are learning to drive. Aside from being quick, quiet, comfortable and a great pleasure to drive, I'm constantly astonished by the gas mileage its routinely rendered, which is far more than what's posted for this vehicle, and is far better than any small or midsize car (both automatic and manual) I've ever owned. After vowing to never buy another Ford after having owned an Escort back in the early eighties, I was shocked at how far Ford has come and at how much I absolutely adore everything about this vehicle. Thank you Ford, for finally getting everything just right! I LOVE my Escape!

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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Great SUV

I love this car, rides great , roomy interior ( I'm 6'4") great gas mileage on 1.6 turbo. Only complaint not much cubby space to put phone or loose change. With new update on Sync 3 you get full Android Auto so google maps and spotify and emails all work . I also own 2012 Equinox and this blows it away.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice, Sleek, Sporty SUV!

I love this car! I commute to work and it is perfect and it is wonderful for long trips as well. This car has great gas mileage around town and on trips. This car is roomy and comfortable for me (I'm 5'3") and my husband (he is 6'3")! I don't have kids, but my friends and I fit great, and my nephew's carseat fit perfectly and he even had some extra room. It has a lot more room than what it looks like! I love all the safety features, as well as the bluetooth, backup camera, and navigation! The navigation has even been better than Google maps at times for me! This car is great and reliable, I've never had any problems out of it. The only reason I'm selling it is because we are just looking for something different. You will love this car!

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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My favorite car so far

This car is just what I was looking for..perfect in every way...great visibility , handles well ,many nice features...Ralph ,my salesman explained everything to me...very happy

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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The perfect car for our single daughter.

The car is so well made. I was pleasantly surprised by the roomy interior. Great safety features and handles very well. Nice acceleration when entering traffic.

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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Reliable everyday vehicle

Great everyday vehicle. Nice interior and spacious back hatch. Drives nice and smooth. It fits my one carseat well now, but is a tight squeeze to have anything else in the backseat. Front half of the interior is quite spacious.

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