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70 messages, Last post on Sep 15, 2009 at 10:33 AM
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Replying to: baraboodad (Aug 08, 2008 4:39 pm) |
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Yep - has the 6 speed. Seemed to shift very reasonably, without "hunting" like the 08's. Unfortunately, the Escape I had made the deal for was on another lot, and we did this at 6 yesterday. When the dealer called them this AM, they had already sold it last night at the same time I thought I was buying it.... so back to ordering now, as I want some features that weren't found in dealer stock. Oh well.... 
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Replying to: baraboodad (Aug 09, 2008 5:33 pm) We were looking at the Escape to replace a 1993 Explorer, but purchased an 08 Taurus Limited instead and kept the explorer for now. We have less than 200 miles on the Taurus, but really like it.
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Replying to: jkinzel (Aug 10, 2008 8:33 am) That's what I call durability. We have a 2003 Explorer, too. Best truck I've ever owned. (Used to get Dodges back when I worked on the family ranch summers). Hopefully, Escapes will be similarly tough and loved...... |
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Replying to: baraboodad (Aug 09, 2008 5:33 pm) Can't wait till the Escape we ordered comes in. (The one I thought I had bought at another dealer's lot sold the same night to someone on-site). |
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Dealers are trying to figure out how to order these cars. Ford is also having problems meeting I4 demand. The only Escapes I've been able to order for the last three weeks have been 3.0L FWD! I have an 09 I4 on the lot and an 09 V6. I actually found that both drive very similar for every day driving situations. All the new ponies in the 3.0 appear to live north of 4,000 RPMs I assume this is where the VVT kicks in. 3.0 I'm sure will be better with more peeps and gear in the car. Most people will probably find the I4 adequate for everyday driving. It looks like the V6 will be purchased only by premium buyers. Mark
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Replying to: mschmal (Aug 15, 2008 3:44 am) 
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Those of you whom have bought an 09 keep the posts coming, espically any mod updates. I have my 09 V6, 4x4 limited on the boat heading over here to germany as we speak. I am hoping for it to arrive here any day.... 
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Hopefully the power will come sooner than 4400 rpm. I will be needing it sooner than than driving on the autobahn. If anything maybe it will save me some gas. 
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We took delivery on 20 Sept. of a Limited V6 AWD, sterling grey metallic. A brief time behind the wheel shows a few big plus items compared to our 2007 V6 Limited. Better safety-- stability control with roll over mitigation and side air bags. These items are the main reason we traded. A lot smoother ride and the interior is much quieter than the 2007. More upscale interior. The engine definitely has more power. Six speed automatic. I like the easy fuel fill system so far. No gas cap However, like any vehicle there are some minus points compared to our 07. Instruments are a lot harder to read in certain lighting conditions, 07 had black on white. Auto gear shift quadrant does not show on the dash as in the 07 Six speed auto only has D and L. Why no 2nd or 3rd gear pick up? Minor point. Glove box has no lock. Will keep updates coming. Only 135kms. so far. |
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