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2012 Ford Escape SUV
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Ford Escape XLS$21,440
Ford Escape XLS 4WD$23,190
Ford Escape XLT$24,870
Ford Escape XLT 4WD$26,620
Ford Escape Limited$26,370
Ford Escape Limited 4WD$28,120
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2012 Ford Escape SUV - Specifications & Features
XLS - XLT OTHER TRIMS
Standard Standard Optional Optional
EnginesXLSXLS 4WDXLT
2.5-liter Inline-4StandardStandardStandard
Mileage City/Hwy [mpg]21 - 23 (MT) / 2820 / 2721 / 28
ValvetrainDOHC 4-valves/cyl.; variable intake valve timing (i-VCT)Displacement [cc]2,488
Power [hp @ rpm]171 @ 6,000 rpmBore & Stroke [cm]89.0 x 100.1
Torque [lb-ft @ rpm]171 @ 4,500 rpmCompression9.7:1
 
3.0-liter V6Optional
Mileage City/Hwy [mpg]------19 / 25
ValvetrainDOHC 4-valves/cyl.; variable intake valve timing (i-VCT)Displacement [cc]2,976
Power [hp @ rpm]240 @ 6,550 rpmBore & Stroke [cm]89.0 x 79.5
Torque [lb-ft @ rpm]223 @ 4,300 rpmCompression10.3:1
 
TransmissionsXLSXLS 4WDXLT
5-speed manualStandard
Ratios: 3.50, 1.94, 1.25, 0.94, 0.80
Final Drive: 4.13 (FWD); 3.51 (4WD)
6-speed automaticOptionalStandardStandard
Ratios: 4.48, 2.96, 1.91, 1.44, 1.00, 0.74
Final Drive: 3.51
XLS - XLT OTHER TRIMS
Exterior DimensionsXLSXLS 4WDXLT
Length [in.]174.7174.7174.7
Width [in.]71.171.171.1
Height [in.]67.967.867.9
Wheelbase [in.]103.1103.1103.1
Front Track [in.]60.760.760.7
Rear Track [in.]60.260.260.2
Exterior Features
4 doorsStandardStandardStandard
Fog LightsStandard
Power Door MirrorsStandardStandardStandard
Folding Door MirrorsStandardStandardStandard
Heated Door Mirrors
Rear LiftgateStandardStandardStandard
Rear-window WiperStandardStandardStandard
Roof Rack
XLS - XLT OTHER TRIMS
Interior DimensionsXLSXLS 4WDXLT
Passenger Vol. [cu-ft.]99.499.499.4
Seating Cap.555
Headroom Front [in.]40.440.440.4
Headroom Rear [in.]39.239.239.2
Legroom Front [in.]41.641.641.6
Legroom Rear [in.]35.635.635.6
Shoulderroom Front [in.]56.656.656.6
Shoulderroom Rear [in.]55.955.955.9
Hiproom Front [in.]53.353.353.3
Hiproom Rear [in.]49.149.149.1
Cargo Capacity [cu-ft.]31.431.431.4
Interior Features
Air ConditioningStandardStandardStandard
Cruise ControlStandardStandardStandard
CupholdersStandardStandardStandard
Power WindowsStandardStandardStandard
Rear Window DefoggerStandardStandardStandard
Remote Keyless EntryStandardStandardStandard
TachometerStandardStandardStandard
Trip ComputerStandardStandardStandard
Vehicle Information SystemStandardStandardStandard
Cloth Seat-UpholsteryStandardStandardStandard
Leather Seat-Upholstery
Bucket Driver's SeatStandardStandardStandard
Manual Driver AdjustmentsStandardStandard
Heated Driver Seat
Bucket Passenger SeatStandardStandardStandard
Manual Passenger AdjustmentsStandardStandardStandard
Heated Passenger Seat
4-way Front SeatStandardStandard
8-way Front SeatStandard
4-way Passenger SeatStandardStandardStandard
Rear Bench SeatStandardStandardStandard
Split-Folding Rear SeatStandardStandardStandard
RadioStandardStandardStandard
CD-PlayerStandardStandardStandard
Satellite-radioStandard
Satellite-radio capabilityStandardStandard
Internet Access
Wireless Connectivity
4 SpeakersStandardStandardStandard
6 Speakers
XLS - XLT OTHER TRIMS
Safety FeaturesXLSXLS 4WDXLT
Anti-lock BrakesStandardStandardStandard
Brake AssistStandardStandardStandard
Stability Control (ESC)StandardStandardStandard
Anti-roll ControlStandardStandardStandard
Front AirbagsStandardStandardStandard
Front Side AirbagsStandardStandardStandard
Side-Curtain AirbagsStandardStandardStandard
Traction ControlStandardStandardStandard
Tire-pressure MonitorStandardStandardStandard
Technical Features
DrivelineFWD4WDFWD
Theft DeterrentStandardStandardStandard
Tire-pressure MonitorStandardStandardStandard
Weights & Capacities
Weight [lbs.]3,2293,4393,296 - 3,389
Towing Capacity [lbs.]1,5001,5001,500 - 3,500
Fuel Capacity [gal.]17.517.517.5
Steering
Steering TypeRack & Pinion; power-assist
Turning Circle [ft.]36.736.736.7
Power SteeringStandardStandardStandard
Tilting Steering-WheelStandardStandardStandard
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson struts; coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-link; coil springs, anti-roll bar
Front MacPherson strutsStandardStandardStandard
Rear Multi-LinkStandardStandardStandard
Tires
Front P235/70 TR16StandardStandardStandard
Rear P235/70 TR16StandardStandardStandard
Brakes
Front Brakes11.9 in. power-assisted vented discs
Rear Brakes10.0 in. power-assisted drums
Front Vented Disc BrakesStandardStandardStandard
Rear Drum BrakesStandardStandardStandard
OTHER TRIMS XLT 4WD - Limited 4WD
Standard Standard Optional Optional
EnginesXLT 4WDLimitedLimited 4WD
2.5-liter Inline-4StandardStandardStandard
Mileage City/Hwy [mpg]20 / 2721 / 2820 / 27
ValvetrainDOHC 4-valves/cyl.; variable intake valve timing (i-VCT)Displacement [cc]2,488
Power [hp @ rpm]171 @ 6,000 rpmBore & Stroke [cm]89.0 x 100.1
Torque [lb-ft @ rpm]171 @ 4,500 rpmCompression9.7:1
 
3.0-liter V6OptionalOptionalOptional
Mileage City/Hwy [mpg]18 / 2319 / 2518 / 23
ValvetrainDOHC 4-valves/cyl.; variable intake valve timing (i-VCT)Displacement [cc]2,976
Power [hp @ rpm]240 @ 6,550 rpmBore & Stroke [cm]89.0 x 79.5
Torque [lb-ft @ rpm]223 @ 4,300 rpmCompression10.3:1
 
TransmissionsXLT 4WDLimitedLimited 4WD
5-speed manual
Ratios: 3.50, 1.94, 1.25, 0.94, 0.80
Final Drive: 4.13 (FWD); 3.51 (4WD)
6-speed automaticStandardStandardStandard
Ratios: 4.48, 2.96, 1.91, 1.44, 1.00, 0.74
Final Drive: 3.51
OTHER TRIMS XLT 4WD - Limited 4WD
Exterior DimensionsXLT 4WDLimitedLimited 4WD
Length [in.]174.7174.7174.7
Width [in.]71.171.171.1
Height [in.]67.867.967.8
Wheelbase [in.]103.1103.1103.1
Front Track [in.]60.760.760.7
Rear Track [in.]60.260.260.2
Exterior Features
4 doorsStandardStandardStandard
Fog LightsStandardStandardStandard
Power Door MirrorsStandardStandardStandard
Folding Door MirrorsStandardStandardStandard
Heated Door MirrorsStandardStandard
Rear LiftgateStandardStandardStandard
Rear-window WiperStandardStandardStandard
Roof RackStandardStandard
OTHER TRIMS XLT 4WD - Limited 4WD
Interior DimensionsXLT 4WDLimitedLimited 4WD
Passenger Vol. [cu-ft.]99.499.499.4
Seating Cap.555
Headroom Front [in.]40.440.440.4
Headroom Rear [in.]39.239.239.2
Legroom Front [in.]41.641.641.6
Legroom Rear [in.]35.635.635.6
Shoulderroom Front [in.]56.656.656.6
Shoulderroom Rear [in.]55.955.955.9
Hiproom Front [in.]53.353.353.3
Hiproom Rear [in.]49.149.149.1
Cargo Capacity [cu-ft.]31.431.431.4
Interior Features
Air ConditioningStandardStandardStandard
Cruise ControlStandardStandardStandard
CupholdersStandardStandardStandard
Power WindowsStandardStandardStandard
Rear Window DefoggerStandardStandardStandard
Remote Keyless EntryStandardStandardStandard
TachometerStandardStandardStandard
Trip ComputerStandardStandardStandard
Vehicle Information SystemStandardStandardStandard
Cloth Seat-UpholsteryStandard
Leather Seat-UpholsteryStandardStandard
Bucket Driver's SeatStandardStandardStandard
Manual Driver Adjustments
Heated Driver SeatStandardStandard
Bucket Passenger SeatStandardStandardStandard
Manual Passenger AdjustmentsStandardStandardStandard
Heated Passenger SeatStandardStandard
4-way Front Seat
8-way Front SeatStandardStandardStandard
4-way Passenger SeatStandardStandardStandard
Rear Bench SeatStandardStandardStandard
Split-Folding Rear SeatStandardStandardStandard
RadioStandardStandardStandard
CD-PlayerStandardStandardStandard
Satellite-radioStandardStandardStandard
Satellite-radio capability
Internet AccessStandardStandard
Wireless ConnectivityStandardStandard
4 SpeakersStandard
6 SpeakersStandardStandard
OTHER TRIMS XLT 4WD - Limited 4WD
Safety FeaturesXLT 4WDLimitedLimited 4WD
Anti-lock BrakesStandardStandardStandard
Brake AssistStandardStandardStandard
Stability Control (ESC)StandardStandardStandard
Anti-roll ControlStandardStandardStandard
Front AirbagsStandardStandardStandard
Front Side AirbagsStandardStandardStandard
Side-Curtain AirbagsStandardStandardStandard
Traction ControlStandardStandardStandard
Tire-pressure MonitorStandardStandardStandard
Technical Features
Driveline4WDFWD4WD
Theft DeterrentStandardStandardStandard
Tire-pressure MonitorStandardStandardStandard
Weights & Capacities
Weight [lbs.]3,439 - 3,5493,296 - 3,3893,439 - 3,549
Towing Capacity [lbs.]1,500 - 3,5001,500 - 3,5001,500 - 3,500
Fuel Capacity [gal.]17.517.517.5
Steering
Steering TypeRack & Pinion; power-assist
Turning Circle [ft.]36.736.736.7
Power SteeringStandardStandardStandard
Tilting Steering-WheelStandardStandardStandard
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson struts; coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-link; coil springs, anti-roll bar
Front MacPherson strutsStandardStandardStandard
Rear Multi-LinkStandardStandardStandard
Tires
Front P235/70 TR16StandardStandardStandard
Rear P235/70 TR16StandardStandardStandard
Brakes
Front Brakes11.9 in. power-assisted vented discs
Rear Brakes10.0 in. power-assisted drums
Front Vented Disc BrakesStandardStandardStandard
Rear Drum BrakesStandardStandardStandard
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