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GaiaGoddess
Explorer
Sep 02, 2013

Is my Ford Escape worthless for fullfilling my dream? :-(

I've had this dream to live in an RV (travel trailer, specifically) for about 5 or 6 years now. I was drawn to the Ford Escape and was happy to learn they can tow up to 3500 pounds. I bought one last ...
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pianotuna
Nomad III
Sep 02, 2013
Hi,

First off, the gas mileage will be extremely poor. Second off, you will need to add a transmission cooler. Third off, you will be replacing the transmission much sooner if you tow much at all.

It's a great vehicle but it is a "light weight" when it comes to towing.

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