2012 Ford Escape is a 5 door, 5 passenger small size SUV manufactured by Ford. 2012 Ford Escape is available in 10 variants(trims) namely XLS FWD, XLS 4WD, Hybrid FWD, Limited Hybrid FWD, Limited 4WD, Hybrid 4WD, Limited Hybrid 4WD, XLT FWD, Limited FWD and XLT 4WD.
Ford Escape was jointly developed with Mazda and sold under name Ford Maverick in European market.
2012 Ford Escape is powered by 2.5L Duratec I-4 with Direct acting mechanical bucket. Power of 171 HP is attained @ 6,000 RPM and has a max torque of 171 @ 4,500 RPM. Variants are available in Front Wheel Drive(FWD) and 4 Wheel Drive(4WD). 2012 Ford Escape has a fuel efficiency of 28 MPG [hwy].
A 5-speed manual (std. XLS) or 6-speed automatic (opt. XLS, std. XLT and Limited) transmission with Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection is standard.
A new standard feature for the latest generation is a speed-sensitive Electric Power Assist Steering (EPAS) system that replaces the old hydraulic system.
Other features includes(varies with variants(trims)):
Interior features include a standard CD player with MP3 capability even on the base XLS, and even navigation systems with Sirius and HD Radio.
Other features range from optional heated leather seats to dual-zone automatic temperature control systems.
2012 Ford Escape SPECIFICATIONS:
Body style(s): Compact SUVEngine(s): 2.5L Duratec I-4/ 3.0L Duratec V6 FFV/ 2.5L Atkinson-cycle I-4 and permanent-magnet electric motor
Power:@ RPM 171@6,000
Torque: lb-ft/rpm 171@4,500
Transmission: 5-speed manual (std. XLS) or 6-speed automatic (opt. XLS, std. XLT and Limited)/6-speed automatic/Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT)
Exterior Dimensions (IN.)
Overall height: 67.9
Overall width: 81.3
Overall length: 174.7
Wheelbase: 103.1
Track (front/rear): 60.7/60.2
Colors: Black, Ingot Silver Metallic, Lime Squeeze Metallic, Steel Blue Metallic, White Suede
Fuel Capacity:(gal) 17.5
Mileage(est)(city/highway): 23/28
Price Onwards: $21,240
Complete specifications: Specifications of 2012 Ford Escape
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