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2011 ford escape limited v68/27/2023 ![]() ![]() All-weather floor mats - great addition - very easy to clean, too. Bluetooth sync with phone is good for its time, and I still use it. ![]() Makes identifying upcoming turns very easy. USB ports are extremely helpful, as is having the navigation (even if you use Waze for traffic) just because it still shows you a map continuously. Having 4 cupholders, I also never think I'll be able to go back to any car that only has 2. Center console offers plenty of room for all your needs, and there are lots of nooks and crannies. Roof rack and crossbars are useful for those items that need to go up top. However, I have managed to fit 8 foot 2x4s in the car with minimal trouble, resting them on the center console with the second row down and being able to close the trunk to secure them, so it's more than adequate for most needs. Fold-down second row will come in handy if you need more room, although it's a two step process to get the seats to fold down fully. There is plenty of cargo room, and the privacy cover in the trunk is an asset. Love the ambient lighting for cupholders, etc. Instruments are beautifully arranged, easy to read, and visually attractive without being distracting. Power mirrors, dual zone climate control, power driver's seat, heated leather front row seats, and rear defrosting mirrors also add significantly to comfort and/or visibility while driving. The driving position is high enough to offer a commanding view of the road ahead, without making console or dash items hard to see or reach. I have spent 8-10 hours in the car in a single sitting and felt fine - just need a bathroom break here and there and can keep on driving. The car is extremely comfortable, even for long road trips. Have never had problems wih traction, power, or getting in or out of places even in heavy snow. All wheel drive is great living in the northeast, and the ABS system has proven itself in snowy climes. Power is suitable, no one buys an SUV for 0-60 acceleration anyway, and has been more than adequate for all of my daily needs. Fortunately, these are just smart driving habits, so it's not hard to do.but drivers who are used to flooring it at every green light to the next red one will need to adjust. Acceleration is decent in the V6, though the electronic throttle body system and transmission can be a bit sluggish to shift at times, so it's a bit different to drive until you get used to it.you have to let the car warm up and keep RPM's down until it does, and avoid sudden bursts of acceleration. Front disc brakes are good, rear drum brakes are a little underwhelming. The performance of the car is very good, the steering is very responsive and the car handles well, so I have not had to really test electronic assist safety features, but I have confidence in them should I need them. For that great price, I was able to get the Limited Trim, fully upgraded with the luxury package and the optional Navigation system integrated with Ford Sync. Bought it used in 2011 with a little over 55K miles on it for the very reasonable price of about 18K. ![]()
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