2004 Ford Escape Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The 2004 Ford Escape remains largely unchanged although the price has been lowered on the plush Limited model and certain appearance packages are now available on lower trim levels which, in effect, reduce the final price. Also, Chrome Yellow is no longer a color choice. To eliminate confusion, trim levels and option packages have been consolidated.

　　

zzdcar says

　　Still one of our favorites in the category, the 2004 Ford Escape is a very capable small SUV thanks to its powerful V6 engine, spacious cabin and carlike handling.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Ford Escape XLS Value Fwd 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$171/mo  for Escape XLS

　　Escape XLS

　　XLS Value Fwd 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M) - $18,710 MSRPXLS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A) - $20,400 MSRPXLS 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A) - $22,050 MSRPXLT Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A) - $22,655 MSRPXLT 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A) (Most Popular) - $24,305 MSRPLimited Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A) - $24,615 MSRPLimited 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A) - $26,240 MSRP

　　vs

　　$166/mo

　　Avg. Compact SUV

　　

2004 Escape Highlights

Trim: XLSXLTLimitedXLS

　　

Base MSRP	$18,710
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$171/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	33.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles