What Changed

The Escape benefits from a powertrain upgrade. A new 2.5L four-cylinder with variable cam timing adds 17-bhp. The 2.5L is ULEV II certified. The same 2.5L four-cylinder also serves as the basis for hybrid models. The 3.0L V6 receives a power bump to 230-bhp. A six-speed automatic is offered for the first time. Several changes including a revised lower front fascia and new tires improve aerodynamics and reduce rolling resistance, thus improving fuel efficiency. The Escape also switches to Ford's capless fuel-filling solution.
2009 Ford Escape 2008 Ford Escape
2009 Ford Escape2008 Ford Escape
Price Range$20,100 - $31,635$19,005 - $28,255
Engine(s)2.5l I4, 2.5l I4 HEV, 3.0l V62.3l I4, 2.3l I4 HEV, 3.0l V6
Transmission(s)A6, CVT, M5A4, CVT, M5
Driven WheelsAWD, FWDAWD, FWD
Length / Width / Height174.7 / 71.1 / 68174.7 / 71.1 / 68
Curb Weight (lbs.)3299 - 3829 3272 - 3794
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