Body | 4dr SUV |
Wheelbase | 103.1 in |
Length | 174.7 in |
Width | 71.1 in |
Height | 67.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3295 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |
Trim | XLS | XLT | Limited | Hybrid | Hybrid Limited |
Standard Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 171 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 171 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 171 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 | 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 153 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4500 | 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 153 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4500 |
Optional Engine(s) |   | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |   |   |
Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | CVT | CVT |
Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed automatic |   |   |   |   |
Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
Optional Drivetrain(s) | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
Standard Tires | 235/70R16 tires | 235/70R16 tires | 235/70R16 tires | 235/70R16 tires | 235/70R16 tires |
Optional Tires |   | 225/65R17 tires | 225/65R17 tires |   |   |
2009 Ford Escape Powertrain: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
V6 240HP has great acceleration always has power to spare see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
270 HP for the V6, very nice. see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Ford has upgraded transmission with engine to provided more hp and smoother operation see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
I drive approx 1hour daily on the street and do mild off roading throughout the year. I am able to keep up with the jeeps, Xterras when off road and when i need to get on it on the FWY, the power is available. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
The hybrid drive is very smooth, quite powerful. It is also fun to listen to. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The I4 is a peppy engine see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
very dependable. plenty of power, smooth shifting. see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Powertrain: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Catastrophic failure of the hybrid system at 141,000 miles see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
4sp automatic downshifts frequently on moderate grades. see full Ford Escape review |
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2009 Ford Escape.
Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
4dr SUV | XLS | 20,435 | 19,245 | 725 |
4dr SUV | XLT | 23,455 | 21,789 | 725 |
4dr SUV | Limited | 24,920 | 23,123 | 725 |
4dr SUV | Hybrid | 29,645 | 27,422 | 725 |
4dr SUV | Hybrid Limited | 31,975 | 29,542 | 725 |