. The suspension does not have the articulation and travel needed for rugged terrain and there is no low-range set of gears. Item is easily removable for cleaning. New for 2003 is an industry-first, dual-loading rack, which Ford calls the No Boundaries Rack System. For 2003, all models have upgraded interior materials for better appearance and feel. We have not tested the four-cylinder Escape.
The seat fabrics, floor mats and door trim are of higher quality and are available in new patterns and hues. But it is smoother and more satisfying than the four-cylinder engines found in most small sport-utilities. Needless to say after a sudden stop, the container that was full to the top with not room for exspansion, popped it's top when it toppled over. The Bumper Protector is made from highly durable vinyl fabric that easily snaps onto your Cargo Liner by stainless, rust resistant snaps. The V6 engine delivers good acceleration.
Driving Impressions Sport-utility vehicles are not sports cars. The end result was oil soaked carpet and a spare tire wheel well full of oil. This provides two separate loading surfaces: a more traditional one on the roof and an additional one across the rear. However, mild detergent, warm water and a soft-bristle brush will also help clean the Cargo Liner. Just take it out and hose it down.
For serious off-road capability, look to the larger Jeep Liberty, the extreme Jeep Wrangler, or the luxurious and versatile Land Rover Freelander. For everyday road travel, however, the Ford Escape is an excellent choice. A four-wheel independent suspension and unit-body construction make it handle almost as well as a car. Are they more expensive then other products out there? We have purchased the Cargo Liner and All Weather FloorMats for several of our vehicles, and now for our new 2016 Ford Escape. We include trim lines where applicable. The rear cargo area offers 69.
A unique black trim treatment and ebony Nudo leather-trimmed seats complement the all-black exterior. Folding down the rear seats reveals a flat, moderately sized cargo area. Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle. Their protection is 2nd to none, and we could give you numerous horror stories of the idiotic things that happened to us, where the mats have saved the interior of our vehicles. Our dash covers take in effect all air vents, sensors, airbags, dash trays and cup holders, and all other necessary functions on the dash dash speakers get covered as that is generally the first part of the dash that cracks due to heat, speaker sound penetrates through the dash as though it wasn't there.
From the outside, you can spot a Limited by its monochrome exterior, with body-color cladding, fascias, moldings, door handles and liftgate trim; and by its bright machined 16-inch aluminum wheels. Though this is not a sports car, the tires grip respectably in paved corners. The engine and four-speed automatic transmission communicate and work well together. It accelerates briskly when equipped with the optional V6 engine. This is called understeer, and it is intuitive and predictable.
The transmission shifts smoothly up and down, and chooses gears appropriately for the situation. Option packages are available for each trim level. White-faced instruments, in vogue these days, are set in a straightforward instrument panel. Accessories from Ford Outfitters include a snap-in pet barrier and a system to haul two mountain bikes in the cargo area. Suspension, f: independent MacPherson strut, coil springs, anti-roll bar Suspension, r: independent, multi-link, coil springs Ground clearance: 7. On muddy fire roads pocked with puddles and potholes, the Escape is a blast.
Bike racks can also be mounted on the roof; the standard roof rack with crossbars holds up to 100 pounds. If the liner had been installed, the spill would have been contained and clean up so much easier. Its front-drive platform leaves it spinning its wheels on rough, loose, steep trails. Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges. If you are deep in the woods, its 7. The No Boundaries Rack System offers a unique sliding rail from the roof that can pull down vertically across the rear of the vehicle and lock into the bumper.