Power & Performance
Powered by a 2.5liter Dura tec inline4 engine, delivering about 171 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 171 lbft torque at 4,500 rpm.
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Mated to a 6speed automatic transmission that helps balance responsiveness with efficiency.
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Fourwheel drive system: automatically shifts power to the rear when traction demands it giving added grip in snow, mud, or loose terrain, while mostly operating in frontwheel drive for better fuel economy.
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Efficiency & Capability
Fuel economy is about 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway in the 4WD XLT with the 2.5L I4.
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Towing capacity: around 2,000 lbs when properly equipped.
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Spacious: seats 5 passengers comfortably, with decent legroom and cargo capacity that gives you flexibility for errands or gear.
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Style & Features
Exterior design is muscular for its class: rugged body styling, roof rails (on many models), optional sunroof/moonroof, power mirrors, and privacy glass.
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16inch aluminum wheels standard on many trims.
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Interior comforts include clothtrim seats (premium cloth on many XLTs), 6way power drivers seat (on certain packages), power accessories (windows, locks, mirrors).
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Audio/infotainment essentials: AM/FM stereo, CD player, auxiliary input; many units have optional upgrades.
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Safety & Reliability
Loaded with safety gear: six airbags, sidecurtain airbags, AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, traction control, electronic stability control.
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Other safety/reliability perks: tire pressure monitoring, LATCH system for child seats, sturdy build.
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Used 2012 FordEscape XLT
- Odometer
- 99,507 miles
- Fuel Economy
- 20/27 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4x4
- Engine
- 3.0 Liter
- VIN
- 1FMCU9DG4CKA42401
- Stock Number
- CKA42401
Ford
Escape
Included Packages & Accessories
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

Overall4.3Out of 5
- 5.0
Better than expected
By MsSRyder | on Sunday, April 05, 2009
I purchased this vehicle based on economic logic. To my surprise, I really like the car. It drives very comfortably and has plenty of space. The gas mileage really can be 34 mph and even higher, depending on how you drive: slow city driving, bumper to bumper jams and rolling through foothills you can easily get 40 mpg. Unfortuantely, I am a freeway driver and always in a hurry. I tend to get about 27 - 28 mpg with my driving habits. My first impression is that is was made for a man -- everything is flat and hard, not curvey or soft. The seat was uncomfortable at first. I don't know if it molded to my body or if I just got used to it. But, after 7,000 miles I don't notice it any more. It has plenty of power for my needs -- typical mom stuff. Very quiet when in electric mode, a bit noisy when using gas but not as noisey as a typical truck. I love the Sync -- it makes so much sense and is easy to set up & use. I just tell my car to call home and talk like my family is in the car with me. Sync my iPod, plug in my laptop, etc. Very techno friendly. I have been a toyota driver for 30 years and really wanted a Lexus Hybrid, but could not justify the cost to mileage ratio. I was very reluctant to switch to Ford but now I am glad I gave it a chance.… - 5.0
I love my Escape
By PJG | on Sunday, November 22, 2020
So great I’m going to buy another. My current Escape is a 2009. In all these years I have never had a repair. 95% of my driving is highway and my average mpg is 24.… - 4.0
2008 not the best year for the Ford Escape.
By Jim | on Friday, January 25, 2013
2008 was not the best year for the Ford Escape. Early on had trouble with the transmission fluid cooler. Water pump went out early. The heating and cooling system is difficult to adjust. The glove box is a little small. The gas mileage is not bad for a V-6, can get 23-25 highway if I hold the speed to 65 or less and the road is not too hilly. Do like that V-6, gives plenty of pep and is really holding up well after 120,000 miles. Like driving it and hope to keep it to 200,000.…
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