Ford Escape & other options
I am currently leasing a 2012 Ford Escape Ltd. The car is loaded and I like to drive it and everything about it. When we leased the car I made a point to look for one that was made before the cut of...
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the_armadillo wrote:
I believe that even with the Remco Tranny pump that some Escape owners have still had issues with tranny failure before and after the so called cut off date. Since you like the Escape that much, you might want to look for an Escape Hybrid. We have a fully loaded 2012 4WD Escape Hybrid Limited which is great. As you already know, it is quiet and comfortable plus it tows well. Nothing to do but turn key to accessory and put it in neutral. Towing speed limit is 75 mph and you don't have to run it thru any tranny circulation procedures. Also NYC has been using the FEH in cabs and they have routinely been going over 300,000 miles with any drivetrain or battery issues.
We love our Escape Hybrid too. Sad that Ford no longer makes it.
