Sign in | Register | My account |

2003 Ford Escape User Reviews

2003 Ford Escape Review Ratings

  • Review your car

Average Ratings from 17 reviews

  • Performance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Overall:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5

Review Highlights Click to filter reviews below

PROS
"fuel economy" 6 reviews
"power" 5 reviews
"ride" 5 reviews
"reliable car" 4 reviews
"fwd" 2 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 4 reviews

User Reviews

Displaying 1 - 10 of 17 reviews 12 Next
Vance writes:
2003 Ford Escape XLT 4WD Review
Appearance:
Performance:
Quality:
Overall:

Pros

good gas mileage

Cons

none

115

Amazing — good acceleration, 4 wheel drive, automatic, great on gas, and tows and pulls heavy weight very well. feel like you are driving a go-cart, no problems, lasts very long, has a V6, very good turning, handling, and breaking. FUN TO DRIVE!

Primary Use: Commuting to work

9 of 9 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Escape
Looking for a Used Escape in your area?
CarGurus has 56,596 nationwide Escape listings starting at $3,100.
ZIP:
escape02nb writes:
2003 Ford Escape XLT Review
Back Seats:
Cargo Capacity:
Family Car:
Fuel Economy:
Front Seats:
Handling:
Maintenance Cost:
Price:
Power:
Reliability:
Looks/Style:
Overall:

Pros

Lots of space to haul stuff, Lots of leg room in the back seat for a compact SUV. Not that bad fuel mileage.

Cons

A lot of hard plastics used in the earlier Escapes. Interior squeaks and rattles some times

escape02nb
105

Was Really Impressed On What You Get For The Money. — Not a bad little SUV. You get a lot for the money. You can buy a used one for under 10K and there reliability is amazing. The only time you find these in a salvage yard is when they are wreaked beyond repair.

Primary Use: Utility (towing boats, transporting cargo, etc.)

5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Joshua writes:
2003 Ford Escape XLT 4WD Review
Appearance:
Performance:
Quality:
Overall:

Pros

peppy

Cons

6cd changer quit

75

Awesome!!! — love it!!! I drive it everyday, had zero trouble from it. rides great, goes great in the snow, handles very well, and has a good amount of power. would highly recomend it to anyone!!! looks very sharp and sporty too!!!

Primary Use: Commuting to work

5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Jason writes:
2003 Ford Escape Limited 4WD Review
Appearance:
Performance:
Quality:
Overall:

Pros

It's a ford

Cons

They don't give them away.

55

Deserae's Escape — This things is amazing in the snow, we will drive this before my work truck in the winter, great on snow,ice, everything. Only every had minor problem, little bit of oil dripping, and the end gate had some issues for a little while.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Nick writes:
2003 Ford Escape XLS 4WD Review
Appearance:
Performance:
Quality:
Overall:

Pros

everything works even after 8 years

Cons

the mpg

45

Its Average — It gets you from A to B, it has decent handling and acceleration. It does have the V6 engine in it, instead of the 4 cylinder. Has an aftermarket remote starter, great for the winter. I do like driving it.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Kyle writes:
2003 Ford Escape XLT 4WD Review
Appearance:
Performance:
Quality:
Overall:

Pros

For skiing and bad weather.

Cons

The transmission can be a nightmare.

45

A Nice Ride. — This is a great car for skiing and all around utility. It's great in the snow and can carry a lot of cargo. The stereo in the car is good too. Watch out for transmission issues, it can be problematic.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
MADDOGH3 writes:
2003 Ford Escape Limited 4WD Review
Appearance:
Performance:
Quality:
Overall:

Pros

Great value for the money. Never quits!

Cons

No reason. Its just a little boring. That's why I have the H3!

MADDOGH3
85

Never Thought I'd Own A Ford! They Have Stepped Up And Produced A Excellent Product. — If you want something that will just keep on ticking, get an Escape. I swear by this vehicle!The 6 CYL, AWD is amazing in the snow, it has a timing chain instead of a belt, and it never breaks down. My family, friends and my mechanic have them and love them. This is my everyday commuting vehicle and it is the best value for my money I have ever gotten.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Douglass writes:
2003 Ford Escape XLS Review
Appearance:
Performance:
Quality:
Overall:

Pros

Versatile, affordable, dependable, and fun

Cons

I haven't found any yet

95

Make Sure You Get The V6 — A terrifically versatile vehicle; great acceleration and handling with tons of space inside for a small vehicle. Quality has been great so far. Annoyances have been minor--mainly the carpet in the rear, which doesn't stay down well and rumples up while putting in cargo.

Primary Use: Family transportation

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Brian writes:
2003 Ford Escape XLS 4WD Review
Appearance:
Performance:
Quality:
Overall:

Pros

Good small SUV

Cons

If you need to tow or want to get there fast

75

Solid Platform — Good gas milage out of a do it all vehicle. It isn't fast and isn't going on any trails but it can fit every thing for a weekend get away and get you there in one piece. The 4x4 is deffianantly more of a bad weather handler and not an off road accrument. Its not a pretty thing really, but it is functional and comes with all the nicities such as power locks, windows, mirrors, steering and good ABS brakes.

Primary Use: Family transportation

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Christian writes:
2003 Ford Escape XLT 4WD Review
Appearance:
Back Seats:
Cargo Capacity:
Family Car:
Fuel Economy:
Front Seats:
Handling:
Maintenance Cost:
Performance:
Price:
Power:
Quality:
Reliability:
Looks/Style:
Overall:

Pros

Great all-round car

Cons

Bad gas mileage

85

Worth The Money — Well built, handles well in the snow and rainy weather. Powerful engine, accelerates quickly as well as good brakes. Maintaining engine is relatively cheap but the gas mileage is pretty low. definitly fun to drive no matter what the conditions are.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Is this helpful? Yes | No
Displaying 1 - 10 of 17 reviews 12 Next
Review your car

Similar Cars Compared to a 2003 Ford Escape

2003 Ford Escape 2003 Honda CR-V 2003 Ford Explorer
2003 Ford Escape picture, exterior
2003 Honda CR-V, The 2006 Honda CR-V, exterior
2003 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V8 picture, exterior
Cost $6,411 Average Instant Market Value $9,028 Average Instant Market Value $7,133 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 25 26 21
Horsepower 127 160 210
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 46.6
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.6 41.3 42.40

Reviews From Other Years

2012 Ford Escape Reviews

I Love It! By Stacey

I'm a new Ford comer. I have always had a Chrysler up until now. I like it. Its fast, easy on the eyes, not a flaw in her. I love driving her. Her acceleration is great. I have a V6 4WD Limited & ... Read More

I Would So Get Another One!! By Honey

I couldn't stand giving up my 11' Escape XLT 4WD V6, so, i got a 2012 Limited. I love my car & wouldn't want to get anything else. I love driving her, she's good on gas, no repairs needed, awsome ... Read More

Read all 4 2012 Ford Escape reviews

2011 Ford Escape Reviews

This Car Is Excellent In All Aspects. By ladybugbriana

I loved driving this car very much. It is roomy and drives very smoothly and is very quiet. It has been well maintained and has never had to have any repairs done to it. Great sporty family car to own... Read More

I Love Elle..!! I Would So Get Another One..!! By IRoq

Good Show. I Love Driving Her. The Quality Is Great, Built Ford Tough. I Have The 3.0L V6 & She Flies, Ride Is Smooth, Easy On The Eyes, Great Car, Rare I Have To Do Maintenance On Her. Gas Mileag... Read More

Read all 8 2011 Ford Escape reviews

2010 Ford Escape Reviews

Great Traveling Vehicle By KycerSoze

Can't go wrong with this vehicle, there maybe other small suv's out there but this one is great!! Just purchased it from a dealer here on cargurus and couldn't be happier. I would recommend this vehi... Read More

Great Vehicle If You Need A Little Room To Store And Carry Things Around. By Linda

I love the color and the way it handles. The square back enables me to place larger items in the cargo area. It gets pretty good gas mileage for the style of vehicle and has plenty of get up and go.... Read More

Read all 10 2010 Ford Escape reviews

2009 Ford Escape Reviews

2009 Ford Escape Xlt V6 4wd By Justin

Performance: 240HP 223 ftlb of tourque, acceleration good. braking good. handling average. Build Quality: - Good, solid build Appearance: - Good, More truck look than Car Cost of Ownership: lil... Read More

We Love It And I Am Going To Buy Another One When Our Other Car Sells By redbull4

Has quite good accelration..Build Quality seems very good,one small squeak in the back somewhere.Love the styling both in and out.Things seem to be easy to get to.We are getting about 17 mpg around to... Read More

Read all 8 2009 Ford Escape reviews

2008 Ford Escape Reviews

Reliable And Confident On Bad Weather Daze By bamf270

+134k miles and nothing but routine maintenance is a def pro in my book +not an off roader, but can handle as much rain and snow as you feel like driving thru -ford escapes seem to have an issue with ... Read More

Dependable & Utilitarian By Valleyjumper

120,000 miles and only two days in the shop. Once for a manufacturer's recall on the radiator and another for a worn pulley. With regular maintenance, this SUV has served me well as a daily driver, ... Read More

Read all 22 2008 Ford Escape reviews
Ask CarGurus about the 2003 Ford Escape
OR
Average response time: 8.5 hours, # of Ford Escape owners:1,944
Escape
Looking for a Used Escape in your area?
CarGurus has 56,596 nationwide Escape listings starting at $3,100.
ZIP: