Ford Escape - Generation 1.4 (2009-2013)

FORD ESCAPE (2009-2013)

The last version of the Ford Escape, which can be considered as its swan song. A 4x2 XLT variant is added which has all the amenities of the previous XLT but without 4x4 capability. Numerous interior additions are present here.

See the overview of this Escape

See the Generation 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 models

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	4x4 XLT/SVP	4x2 XLT/SVP	4X2 XLS
Years Available	XLT: November 2009-2012. SVP: Late 2010	XLT: November 2009-2012. SVP: Late 2010	November 2009-2013
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	Duratec 23 2.3 DOHC 16V I4	Duratec 23 2.3 DOHC 16V I4	Duratec 23 2.3 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	157hp @ 6,000rpm	157hp @ 6,000rpm	157hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	200Nm @ 4,000rpm	200Nm @ 4,000rpm	200Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	4-Speed Automatic	4-Speed Automatic	4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	61 Liters	61 Liters	61 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,480mm	4,480mm	4,480mm
Width	1,845mm	1,845mm	1,845mm
Height	1,755mm	1,755mm	1,755mm
Wheelbase	2,620mm	2,620mm	2,620mm
Curb Weight	1,584kg	1,520kg	1,520kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Dual Link	Dual Link	Dual Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc	Solid Disc	Solid Disc
Tires	215/70 R16	215/70 R16	215/70 R16
Wheels	16 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	2	2	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Adds: Rear Parking Sensors	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Front Bumper Overrider, Fog Lamp Cover, Luggage Crossbars, Rear Bumper Shield, Rear Spoiler, Tail Pipe Finisher. SVP Adds: Sun Roof	Adds: Skid Plates. SVP Adds: Sun Roof	Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Chrome Grille and Door Handles, Roof Rails, Rear Wiper, LED Tail Lamps
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Leather	Leather	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Wood/Silver Accents	Adds: Chrome Door Handles, Cargo Cover	Silver Accents, Silver Trim in Gauges, 60/40 Fold Rear Seats, Rear Tray with Cupholder, Chrome Speaker Trim, Cargo Net
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3	AM/FM/CD/MP3
Speakers	6	6	4
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-7, Mitsubishi ASX, Nissan X-Trail, Subaru Forester, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota RAV4