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2018 Ford Escape consumer reviews

$23,940 starting MSRP
side view of 2018 Escape Ford
(710 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.7
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Most fun car we?ve ever owned

This Ford Escape is the perfect size with a sporty, solid feel that not only looks the part but performs like a sports car with the practicality of a crossover suv. It?s loaded with well thought out amenities, luxerious interior with a fast acting and easy to use info ( sync 3 ) system. My wife and I love ?? it?s good looks and receive complements often from strangers. Ford certainly did a fantastic job designing and building this vehicle.

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

I bought a new Ford Escape Titanium in 2014. It was reliable, great on gas, went great on snowy roads, and was fun to drive. I traded it in on a 2018 Titanium Escape and am so glad I did! Great vehicle, great price!

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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I can see the road!

It was the only vehicle I tried that worked for a 4 foot 11 inch lady. I have driven another make of car for the last 20 years, but found this one to be more comfortable, quieter, and smoother.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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We have owned an Escape for years and love it.

The Escape is the right size for two retired people. Plenty of room and driving it is great. The best vehicle ever. Has everything that we need for having fun and feel safe in it. Has a lot of storage.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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First brand new car!! Very nice

It is wide and lots of space, comfortable. Good storage. Drives very smooth, brakes great. I feel very safe driving on the highway and city

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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Excellent option!

This car is meeting all of my needs; room for kids, dogs, and some extra space leftover. So far it is better on gas than we had expected and drives like a dream. With the S model I get everything I need for an easy, comfortable ride including Blutooth, cruise control, and AC.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Much better than expected

Bought the 2018 S model. Why the S? Well price for one, but was very pleased how much you get for the dollar spent. Really didn't need all the bells, buzzers, whistles, so passed on them. Pricing with the 3,000 dollar Ford rebate and a little negotiation resulted in a great value. I didn't need AWD and as I have a loaded Transit Connect XLT LWB wagon, was familiar with the 2.5 engine/ transmission package. It does a good job in a vehicle that's 500 lbs heavier and mileage has been great about 23 mpg in town and as high as 30 mpg on longer trips. The Escape is quicker due to it's weight, it also is doing about 24 mpg in town and got 32 on a trip. The seats are comfortable and manual was just fine as I'm the only one who drives the Escape, set once, done, same with mirrors. The dash could use some updating but it's not bad at all. The vehicle is quiet, handles well and looks nice in the Cinnamon Glaze and have had numerous comments on it. I have the Sync 3 in the Transit Connect, but really prefer the lower level on the S. I had 27 years in the Auto business, and can say, this is a very nice vehicle overall. An added bonus, my Golden Lab loves 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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun and beauty

Love the ride, performance, and overall comfort this car provides. Bought the Titanium for the extra features. Love everything about this car. Buy it and enjoy.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • 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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Great buy at a great price

It's hard for me to find a car that "fits" due to my short stature & orthopedic issues with my right leg. My husband & I have had Escapes before, & have been pleased with them. The recently-purchased 2018 Escape is the best-fitting car I've ever driven. I was able to adjust the seat easily. My field of vision while driving is the best I've ever had in a car. Since my job entails a lot of driving, I was pleasantly surprised when the Sync Navigation altered my route mid-trip due to traffic issues up ahead. The ride is even more comfortable than my husband's 2014 Escape (which we had traded, along with my C-Max, for the 2018 Escape). It's nice to have a comfortable ride when driving all day from stop to stop so I don't feel as wiped out at the end of the day.

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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Great looking and comfortable vehicle!

This car is great to drive! It not only appeals in appearance, but it?s a smooth ride and very comfortable. I am more than happy with my Ford Escape and the full sunroof is a huge bonus!

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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