2008 Ford Escape

Pros: Great mileage the passenger seat folds completely flat
It corners very well.

Cons: Steering radius makes u turns a little difficult- Passenger head rests make backing up difficult.

The Bottom Line: Its an SUV but drives like a car. Gas efficient,it handles very well. Very zippy. Great price and you get a lot for your money.

Review: I have owned my 2008 Escape XLT since Sept of 07, I had to replace my 2002 Explorer at the time, and I had grave misgivings about going to a smaller car. But after driving it for a year, I have found that the vehicle is an economical car to drive I...

Pros: Great fuel economy User friendly controls Roomy Price Easy to park

Cons: Braking system Cosmetic Rear Bumper

The Bottom Line: If you are in the market for an affordable SUV with good gas mileage checkout the Escape.

Review: My husband and I purchased ours last year and June and we have been extremely pleased with our Escape. We chose the 4 cylinder XLT model. It gets great gas mileage-about 24 to 27 on the open highway and about 19 to 23 in city traffic driving.
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Pros: QUIET as a mouse. Great new interior. Good power and acceleration. 30+ mpg in town.

Cons: No tow package. No entertainment center option.

The Bottom Line: I recommend the Escape Hybrid to anyone who wants the flexibility of an SUV and wants to save on gas as well.

Review: I just purchased an '08 Escape Hybrid and it is a cool little SUV. Quiet as a mouse on the road and if you're not a leadfoot, it will get you 34 mpg puttering in stop and go in town (that was my first tank). I am on my third tank of gas and I am...

Pros: Economy, price, ride, style, predicted reliability

Cons: Plastic interior, low horsepower

The Bottom Line: I think I made a smart choice when balancing economy, price, reliability, and style. In five years, I hope I feel the same.

Review: I feel like I'm taking a risk with this car, because Ford has not always had great long term reliability or high quality fit/finish. But the CR reliability reviews over the last couple years have been positive on the Escape Hybrid, so I made the...

Pros: price, looks, function, fuel economy, stereo, comfortable

Cons: limited options with 5-speed, cold natured 5-speed, seat fabric soils easily

The Bottom Line: Great fuel-efficient SUV for the money. I would probably buy another one.

Review: I have owned the XLS Front wheel drive version for 18 months now. It is fuel efficient on the highway. It has a 2.3L 4-cylinder with 5 speed manual transmission. Since the XLS version does not have fuel economy display, I have to check it using the...

Pros: A good vehicle for the price.

Cons: I wouldn't buy this vehicle if you're looking for a lot of space.

The Bottom Line: I recommend this vehicle if you're wanting an SUV but don't really need the space or the gas guzzling of the larger models.

Review: I fell in love with this vehicle 6 months ago and bought it that day. I am still loving it everyday. It is a big step up as far as looks go compared to the later models. The interior looks very modern and feels durable. The exterior looks more like...

Pros: quiet, good 4X4 response,solid feel

Cons: hate the wipers, arm rests to hard.

Review: I have enjoyed my 2008 Escape, the road noise is less than my Taurus was and the ride is not real stiff. It has done me well in the snow, automatic 4X4 is not my favorite but seems to work well. Center arm rest is rock hard, long drives make my...

Pros: We bought it because of it's impressive list of standard safety features in it.

Cons: I hate the rear drum brakes cos.. of the poor ABS-equipped like other vehicle.

Review: It's a fantastic vehicle with comfortable interior and amazing body style,the interior keeps it fresh for as longer.It gets a makeover inside and out.The braking and fuel efficiency compared to other vehicles are pretty nice.It has bigger room for a...

Pros: Greatly improved interior, quieter and smoother ride, updated exterior, lower sticker price

Cons: Carryover antiquated powertrain, numb steering, handling less sharp than before

The Bottom Line: Merely adequate, by design.

Review: There was a time, not terribly long ago, when it seemed Ford could do no wrong. It had the best-selling car, the best-selling truck, and three other models in the top ten. When it entered the compact car-based SUV fray back in 2000--years ahead of...