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 Favorite feature:
Handling

 Least favorite feature:
Small gas tank

 Advice to buyer:
Go with the V6, 4 is too noisy when passing, not enough towing capacity, but good mpg

 Detailed review:
I have owned my Escape 4x4 XLS w/Blast Package for 4 months. I have the 4 cylinder, automatic version. So far, I am pleased with the ride and the fuel economy (started at ~19 mpg, and after break in, now getting ~22 mpg, mostly highway driving). I chose the 4 cylinder because of good luck with a '95 ranger with 4 cylinder (over 250,000 mi, and still going strong). Plenty of room and the electronic 4 wheel drive is very smooth when automatically shifting into/out of 4 wheel. Worst complaints, small gas tank, cloth fabric seats/dog hair don't mix and vehicle 'coasts too much' when foot off of gas, must use brakes too much instead of engine braking.

 Also considered:
2005 Pontiac Vibe
2005 Honda Element
2005 Saturn VUE

 Vehicle purchased:
2005 Ford Escape

 About This Reviewer...

 Location:
Madison, Wisconsin

 Other vehicles owned:
None

 Review submitted:
April 30, 2005

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