bikendan wrote:
the Escape is NOT an SUV, it's a CUV(compact utility vehicle), just like the Rav4 and Honda CRV.
I think you're getting it mixed up with the Edge, that's classified under CUV. Here's a good chart I found that has them all categorized: http://www.usefulcharts.com/vehicles/suv-comparison-chart.html
#1 newbie mistake is listening to a dealer. all they want to do is sell you something. they don't care after you leave the lot with it.
Yeah that's the hard truth i'm finding out. I've never even been to an RV dealer either, I just saw the information posters at the RV show.
and the Escape is not designed with towing in mind. it's unibody, short wheelbase, front wheel drive and geared for gas mileage not towing.
these are all negatives for being a good tow vehicle.
And yet I see lies like this on Ford's actual website!: "Regardless of the Ford CUV or SUV model, they're capable, convenient and versatile. They provide the power you need to tow a trailer..."
only really light/small trailers, like the Scamp or Casita will work, if you want a travel trailer.
Yeah i've been checking these out, unfortunately none of them have anything on my wishlist. I guess I will have to rethink my entire future now. :-(
