Customer Reviews of the 2001 Escape
Introduction
The 2001 Escape is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Ford. It is Ford's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $21,360 USD in 2001.
Fuel Economy
The 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V engine in the 2001 Escape has been rated at 18 - 22 miles/gallon city and 24 - 26 miles/gallon highway out of a 15.30 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Alternative Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Escape retails for $21,360 USD with a invoice price of $19,947 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Escape comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a four-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Escape Dimensions
In 2001 the Escape has an overall length of 173.00 inches and a width of 70.10 inches. It sits a total of 69.10 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 7.80 inches. Front headroom is 40.40 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Escape a turning radius of 35.40 inches. It uses 225/70R15 tires with a wheelbase of 103.10 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag. Leading optional equipment includes Vehicle Anti-Theft, Front Side Airbag, Front Side Airbag with Head Protection, First Aid Kit, Keyless Entry.
Exterior color choices include Black Clearcoat, Bright Red Clearcoat Metallic, Chrome Yellow Clearcoat Metallic, Dark Highland Green Clearcoat Metallic, Light Parchment Gold Clearcoat Metallic, Medium Wedgewood Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Oxford White Clearcoat, Toreador Red Clearcoat Metallic with interior choices of Medium Graphite Cloth, Medium Graphite Leather, Medium Parchment Cloth, Medium Parchment Leather. The Escape seats 5 people with 41.60 inches front leg room.
Ford Warranty
The normal warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 36 month/36,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's critical to contact your dealer to verify all warranties.
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