2009 Ford Escape

The 2009 Ford Escape receives a new 171-horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and an available 6-speed automatic transmission that are expected to improve both city and highway fuel economy by 1 mpg. Aerodynamics has been improved and new low-rolling resistance tires are added, also to improve fuel-efficiency. The new 240-horsepower 3.0-liter V6 engine features a 40 horsepower increase, and combined with the 6-speed automatic fuel economy is improved by 1 mpg. New features include Easy Fuel capless refueling, ambient lighting and standard cruise control. ABS and AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control) are standard for all trim levels.