2001
Ford Escape XLT
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Photos by Charles
Ofria
| Category: |
,000 - ,000 Compact
Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Who should buy
this car: |
Someone looking for a small SUV that is equally at home on
the trails as it is on the boulevard. |
| Comparable
models in this class:
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Chevrolet Tracker, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe, Isuzu
Rodeo, Kia Sportage, Jeep Liberty, Mazda Tribute, Nissan Xterra,
Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota RAV4 |
Specifications

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The Escape is based on a new unibody platform developed in
partnership with Mazda. It is offered with a choice of 2.0 liter 4 or
3.0 liter V6 engines with front-wheel drive or 4x4 powertrains and has fully
independent front and rear suspensions for excellent off-road as well as on-road
capability.
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Specifications
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Engine Type (std.)
Engine Type (opt.) |
2.0L 16 valve Ztec DOHC 4-cylinder with cast iron block and
aluminum head.
3.0L 24 valve Duratec DOHC V-6 with aluminum block & heads |
Horsepower (4-cyl.)
Horsepower (V-6) |
127 @ 5,400 RPM
201 @ 6,000 RPM |
Torque (4-cyl.)
Torque (V-6) |
135 @ 4,500 RPM
196 @ 4,750 RPM |
| Fuel Recommended |
Regular 87 Octane Unleaded. |
Transmission (std.)
Transmission (opt.) |
5-speed manual transaxle
Electronically controlled
4-speed automatic |
| Tires |
P235/70R16 Outlined White Letter |
| Overall Length |
173.0" |
| Wheelbase |
103.1" |
| Width |
70.1" |
| Steering turns |
2.9 Lock to Lock |
| Turning Diameter |
35.4 ft Curb to Curb |
| Curb Weight |
3,065 - 3,457 lbs. |
| Fuel Tank |
16.4 Gals. |
Miles Per Gallon (4-cyl)
Miles Per Gallon (V-6) |
EPA city 23, hwy 28
EPA city 20, hwy 24 |
| Acceleration 0 to 60 |
8.9 Seconds |
| Base Sticker Price |
,335 |
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2001 Ford Escape XLT
Standard Equipment
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Independent Rear Suspension
- Liftgate with Flip-up Glass
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo with Single CD
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Power Locks
- Perimeter Alarm with Remote Keyless Entry
- Front Disk, Rear Drum Brakes
- White-Faced Instrument Cluster
- ABS Brakes
- Premium Cloth Seats
- 16" Aluminum Wheels
- Fog Lamps
- Retractable Cargo Shade
Major Available Options
- V-6 Engine with Automatic Transmission
- Control Trac II 4-Wheel Drive System
- Power Moonroof
- Privacy Glass
- Side Air Bag (Front Seat)
- Side Step Bars
- Ford MACH Sound System with 6-Disc In-Dash Receiver
- Trailer Tow, Class II (V-6 Only)
For more information on the Escape, visit ford.com
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