2013 Ford Escape SE Sport Utility 4D Review

As we recently purchased the 2013 Ford Escape SE Sport Utility 4D, I thought it would be a good idea to share my thoughts on this vehicle. Although we are not huge fans of SYNC technology, we have had no major issues with it. Yes, there is one thing that still annoys me - when an incoming call interrupts the radio, but then again, I'm not a fan of talking on the phone while driving.

One aspect of the Escape that has pleased us is its cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded down. While it may not be as spacious as some other SUVs like the Expedition, for a small SUV, it's very roomy. However, one thing that can be a bit of an issue is rear visibility due to the small slanted back windows. This is something I noticed with many other new small crossover SUVs during test drives.

But where the Escape truly shines is in its handling on snowy roads. Last weekend, we had over 8-10 inches of snow and this car handled it like a charm. And after driving it for over 23,000 miles over the past two years, we've been impressed with how reliable it has been. We haven't had any mechanical issues and have promptly taken care of recall notices during regular oil changes.

One thing that is worth mentioning is the difference in fuel efficiency between our older car (a 3.5L V6) and this new Escape. On the highway, we're seeing a significant improvement in miles per gallon - from 20-22 to 26-30. However, city mpg has been slightly lower at around 15.

Despite these differences, I have to say that we've really enjoyed driving this car. The 2.0L engine is very peppy and the new model is much more comfortable and quieter than our previous Escape. We purchased this car in August 2013 after owning a previous model for over 10 years and accumulating around 130,000 miles. Unfortunately, that older car's engine gave out due to a punctured hose, which led to radiator fluid loss.

Overall, we're very happy with our purchase and would recommend the 2013 Ford Escape SE Sport Utility 4D to anyone in the market for a reliable and fun-to-drive small SUV.

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