2005 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L Front Wheel Drive Automatic

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Automatic Manual

Engine Type

Gas V6

MPG (City/Highway)

20/25

Safety Ratings

MSRP

$23,390

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Summary

The 2005 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L is a popular and affordable small SUV that offers agile handling, a smooth ride, and comfortable seating for four people. It has a new design, with updated headlights and interior. The base model comes with a 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine, which is an improvement over the previous version. It also has a fully automatic four-wheel drive option and a new manual transmission. The biggest news is the introduction of the Escape Hybrid, the first hybrid SUV in the United States. It combines a gasoline engine with an electric motor, providing excellent fuel economy and lower emissions. The Escape Hybrid does not need to be plugged in, as it automatically recharges its battery through braking and the gasoline engine.

2005 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L Front Wheel Drive Automatic price

Invoice price

Delivery charges

$615

MSRP

$23,390

Total price

This is the basic version without any options added, check the Window Sticker for more accurate package and detailed information.

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2005 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L Front Wheel Drive Automatic warranty

Basic (months/miles)

Months: 36

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Miles: 36,000

Corrosion perforation (months/miles)

Months: 60

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Miles: unlimited

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Months: 36

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Miles: 36,000

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2005 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L Front Wheel Drive Automatic Colors

Interior Colors
Medium/Dark Flint w/Premium Cloth Bucket Seats
Medium/Dark Pebble w/Premium Cloth Bucket Seats
Medium/Dark Flint w/Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats
Medium/Dark Pebble w/Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats
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Exterior Colors
Gold Ash Clearcoat Metallic
Dark Shadow Gray Clearcoat Metallic
Titanium Green Clearcoat Metallic
Redfire Clearcoat Metallic
Norsea Blue Clearcoat Metallic...
Sonic Blue Clearcoat Metallic
Black Clearcoat
Silver Metallic Clearcoat
Oxford White Clearcoat
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Engine

Type Gas V6
Drive Type FWD
Horsepower 200 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque 193 lb.ft @ 4,850 rpm

Fuel

Tank Capacity 16.50 gal

Mileage

EPA City Economy 20
EPA Highway Economy 25
EPA Combined Economy 22
Cruising Range City 330 mi
Cruising Range Highway 412.50 mi

Transmission

Type
Automatic
Number Of Speeds
4
Description
Automatic W/Od
First Gear Ratio
2.89
Second Gear Ratio
1.57
Third Gear Ratio
1
Fourth Gear Ratio
0.7
Reverse Gear Ratio
2.31
Final Drive Axle Ratio
2.93

Powertrain

Doors

Seating

Number Of Seats 5
Max Seating Capacity 5

Wheels

Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Front Wheel Size 16 x 7 in
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size 16 x 7 in
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Spare Wheel Size 17 x 5 in

Exterior dimensions

Overall Length 174.90 in
Overall Width 70.10 in
Max Width Without Mirrors 70.10 in
Overall Height 174.90 in
Rear Door Openg Height 34.90 in
Rear Door Openg Width 41 in
Track Width Front 61.30 in
Track Width Rear 60.90 in
Wheelbase 103.10 in

Interior dimensions

Front Head Room 40.40 in
Rear Head Room 39.20 in
Front Shoulder Room 56.30 in
Rear Shoulder Room 55.90 in
Front Hip Room 53.30 in
Rear Hip Room 49.10 in
Front Leg Room 41.60 in
Rear Leg Room 35.60 in
Cargo Volume To Seat1 66.30 cu.ft
Cargo Volume To Seat2 29.30 cu.ft
Floor To Seat1 Cargo Area Length 59 in
Floor To Seat2 Cargo Area Length 35.90 in
Beltle Cargo Area Width 52.60 in
Cargo Box Height 38.90 in
Cargo Box Wheelhousings Width 40.80 in

Weights

Curb Weight Base 3,300 lb

Steering

Type Power
Overall Ratio 17.9
Turning Diameter Curb To Curb 36.70 ft
Turning Diameter Wall To Wall 40.10 ft
Turning Radius Curb To Curb 18.35 ft
Turning Radius Wall To Wall 20.05 ft

Trailering

Max Tongue Dead Weight Hitch 200 lb
Max Trailer Dead Weight Hitch 2,000 lb

Braking

Type Power
Primary Abs System 4-Wheel
Front Disc Yes
Rear Drum Yes
Front Brake Rotor Dia 10.94 in
Front Brake Rotor Thickness 0.50 in

Tires

Front Tire Size P235/70R16
Rear Tire Size P235/70R16

Suspensions

Front Type Macpherson Strut
Rear Type Multi-Link

Emissions

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  • Recall Date 09/29/2015

    Campaign ID; 15V606000

    Component Power Train

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2001-2008 Ford Escape And Mercury Mariner Vehicles Manufactured March 31, 2001, To September 1, 2009. The Affected Vehicles Are Equipped With Either A 2.3L Or 3.0L Engine And Have Had Their Cd4E Transmission Replaced With Remanufactured One That Was Rebuilt Between June 11, 2015 Through July 15, 2015. These Service Repair Part Transmissions Have A Shift Lever Bolt That May Not Be Properly Tightened. As A Result, The Shift Control Lever Could Disengage From The Transmission Without Warning.

    Recall Consequences

    If The Shift Lever Disengages From The Transmission, A Driver May Be Unable To Shift Gear Positions And The Indicated Shift Position May Not Represent The Gear Position The Vehicle Is In. Should A Disengagement Occur While The Vehicle Is Being Driven, When The Driver Goes To Stop And Park The Vehicle, The Gear Selection Indicator May Show That The Transmission Is In The "Park" Position, But The Vehicle Transmission May Not Actually Be In The "Park" Gear Position. If The Vehicle Is Not In The "Park" Position There Is A Risk The Vehicle Will Roll Away As The Driver And Other Occupants Exit The Vehicle Or Anytime Thereafter. A Vehicle Rollaway Increases The Risk Of Injury To Exiting Occupants And Bystanders.

    Recall Remedy

    Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Transmissions And Either Tighten The Manual Shift Lever Bolt Or Replace The Manual Shift Lever Assembly. These Repairs Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On October 23, 2015. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 15S28.

  • Recall Date 06/03/2015

    Campaign ID; 15E045000

    Component Suspension

    Recall Summary

    The Timken Company (Timken) Is Recalling Certain Aftermarket Front Wheel Bearings, Part Number 510072, Sold From January 22, 2015, To May 21, 2015, To Be Used As Service Parts On 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, And 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner Vehicles. The Affected Wheel Bearings Have Incorrect Dimensions Of A 42Mm Bore, 76Mm Outer Dimension, And 39Mm Width, Instead Of A 42Mm Bore, 78Mm Outer Dimension And A 45Mm Width.

    Recall Consequences

    Use Of An Incorrectly Sized Wheel Bearing Can Adversely Affect The Braking And Steering Of The Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Timken Has Begun Notifying Distributors Who Will Offer Purchasers Replacement Wheel Bearings, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 21, 2015. Owners May Contact Timken Customer Service At 1-866-984-6536.

  • Recall Date 09/03/2014

    Campaign ID; 14V526000

    Component Hybrid Propulsion System

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2005-2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Electric Vehicles Manufactured October 13, 2003, To June 20, 2008, And 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Electric Vehicles Manufactured June 10, 2005, To June 20, 2008. The Coolant Pump For The Hybrid System May Fail Resulting In The Hybrid Electronics Overheating.

    Recall Consequences

    If The Hybrid Electronics System Overheats, It May Shut Down The Powertrain, Resulting In A Stall-Like Condition, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Original Motor Electronics Coolant (Mec) Pump With An Improved Brushless Pump, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin On October 27, 2014. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 14S19.

  • Recall Date 04/07/2006

    Campaign ID; 06V111000

    Component Seats

    Recall Summary

    Certain Sport Utility Vehicles Equipped Without Side Air Curtains Or Moonroofs Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant Protection In Interior Impact." During Testing, The Free Motion Head Form Registered A Measurement Above The Permitted Limit At The Left Hand A-Pillar Trim Area.

    Recall Consequences

    In The Event Of A Vehicle Crash, Personal Injury To Occupants May Occur.

    Recall Remedy

    Dealers Will Make Modifications To The Energy Absorbing Material Located Above The Headliner In The Affected Area Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 19, 2006. Owners May Contact Ford At 1-800-392-3673.

  • Recall Date 12/20/2004

    Campaign ID; 04V602000

    Component Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Recall Summary

    Certain 2004-2005 Sport Utility Vehicles And Certain 2001-2003 Sport Utiity Vehicle Having Rear Liftgate Components Serviced With 2004 Equivalent Components Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 206, 'Door Locks And Door Retention Components.' The Rear Liftgate Latching System Does Not Meet The Inertia Load Requirement In One Direction.

    Recall Consequences

    If The Liftgate Is Left Unlocked, There Is The Potential That It May Open During A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Dealers Will Replace The Rear Liftgate Latch Release Rod, The Release Rod Attachment Clip And The Door Handle Return Spring. The Recall Began On March 31, 2005. Owners Should Contact Ford At 1-800-392-3673.

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