2026 Ford F-150

Details Model Overview The Ford Escape is available in three trims: the base XLS, the workhorse XLT and the more luxurious Limited. The base engine is 2.5L Duratec 4-cylinder that makes 171 horsepower and 171 pound-feet of torque. Also available is a 3.0L Duratec V6 engine making 240 horsepower and 223 pound-feet of torque. All models, including the Hybrid, offer a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard with the 4-cylinder engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission is standard on all V6 engines and available with the 4-cylinder. The Escape Hybrid powertrain includes a 2.5L Duratec gasoline 4-cylinder Atkinson-cycle engine. The combination delivers 177 horsepower and 136 pound-feet of torque. The powertrain also incorporates electronic throttle control (ETC), which replaces the manual linkage between accelerator and throttle with a control unit that calculates the optimal throttle position from a number of sensors. It is available in either front wheel drive or 4-wheel drive Standard safety features include front side-impact airbags, AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, Ford's Safety Canopy (a side curtain air bag technology), SecuriCode keyless entry and a tire pressure monitoring system. The base XLS comes with a minimal amount of standard comfort features, but they do include keyless entry and power doors, mirrors and windows. Major options on the Escape include larger 17-inch wheels, a 320-watt audiophile sound system, Sirius satellite radio, a DVD-based navigation system, leather-trimmed power seats, a power moonroof, a roof rack, ambient lighting, steering wheel audio controls, auxiliary audio input jack and a 110V AC power outlet on the Hybrid model. Limited and Hybrid Limited trims come equipped with an abundance of luxury and convenience features. Highlights on the Limited include leather upholstery, upgraded sound system, chrome trim and bezels inside, fog lamps, and bright machined-aluminum wheels. The Hybrid includes dual-zone automatic climate control, eco-friendly fabric, fog lamps and unique alloy wheels. Model Strengths Smooth Ride And Handling Fuel Efficiency Across The Lineup Competitive Pricing Hybrid Available An Eco-friendly Vehicle Inside And Out Model Changes Few changes have been made to the Escape lineup for 2011, pending a complete redesign scheduled for 2012. Model Value The 2011 Ford Escape is one of the most affordable and economical small SUVs, and its car-like ride and handling, along with good maneuverability, make it a solid choice for urban drivers. The Escape is a Top Safety Pick award winner from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and has received a 5-star government rating in its crash testing. At the same time, the Hybrid model is one of the lowest-priced hybrids and offers a practical way to "go green." Last year's Escape Hybrid offered a fuel efficiency rating of 34 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. Mechanical 2.5L I4 Duratec engine Front wheel drive Battery saver feature Electric pwr assisted steering (EPAS) Front disc/rear drum brakes Wheel nut wrench & jack Exterior Spare tire, mini space saver Chrome roof rail inserts Roof rack w/cross bars Body color front/rear fascias Chrome grille Auto-lamp headlamps Fog lamps Body color pwr heated exterior mirrors -inc: integrated blind spot mirror Privacy glass Variable intermittent windshield wipers Rear 2-speed wiper w/washer Body color door handles Chrome liftgate Interior 2nd row 60/40 split bench seat -inc: tip-fold-flat latch All-position head restraints Black center stack Floor console -inc: storage bin, removable interior bin, (4) cup holders Instrument cluster -inc: message center, compass, outside temp display Ice blue illuminated gauge cluster Pwr windows w/1-touch driver down SecuriLock passive anti-theft system (PATS) Rear window defroster Pwr points -inc: (1) 1st row, (1) 2nd row Driver & front passenger side map pockets Electrochromic rearview mirror -inc: compass, microphone Overhead console Sunvisors w/dual illuminated mirrors Lighting -inc: center dome lamp, map lights, rear cargo area light Ambient lighting Illuminated entry Chrome shift knob 2nd row coat hook Cargo cover Wet trunk bin Safety 4-wheel anti-lock brakes AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control (RSC) Dual stage driver & front passenger airbags -inc: front passenger occupancy sensor Side airbags Safety Canopy Personal Safety System All-position 3-point seat belts MyKey system -inc: top speed limiter, audio volume limiter, early low fuel warning, programmable sound chimes, Beltminder w/audio mute Rear outboard LATCH child seat anchors & tethers Child safety rear door locks Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)