Ford Escape first generation

Ford Escape first generation
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The Ford Escape first generation (2001–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 17 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: CD2 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,394–4,442 mm
Width1,781 mm
Height1,755–1,770 mm
Wheelbase2,619 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,473–1,568 kg

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

5,774 complaints for model years 2001–2007. 297 crashes · 236 fires · 232 injuries · 12 deaths

  • Engine 975
  • Suspension 839
  • Body and structure 628
  • Speed control 571
  • Brakes 503
  • Electrical system 461

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 17 versions of the Ford Escape first generation

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United States 12 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2005–20072.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA230–240 g/km
2005–2007CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2007VLKUP2.3 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA184 g/km
2005–2007CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA276–307 g/km
2005–20072.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA251–263 g/km
2007VLKUP2.3 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four- or all-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
2001–2007CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA276–307 g/km
2001–2007CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA291–325 g/km
2005–2006HEV, VLKUP · VLKUP2.3 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA190 g/km
2005–2006HEV, VLKUP · VLKUP2.3 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four- or all-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
2001–20042.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2001–20032.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2005–2007Sport utility vehicle2.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.0–13.1 L/100 km 5-cycle253–301 g/km
2005–2007Sport utility vehicle2.3 LPetrol5-speed manual10.0–10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle230–235 g/km
2005–2007Sport utility vehicle2.3 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.9–8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle182–198 g/km
2001–2007Sport utility vehicle3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.1–13.4 L/100 km 5-cycle278–308 g/km
2001–2004Sport utility vehicle2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.4–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle239–262 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.