Ford Escape tire size question
I have a 2006 ford escape. I currently have 235/ 70R16 tires on my it but need new tires desperately. I could get some brand new 225/ 60R17 tires for free from a family friend. Would they work?

The Ford Escape is America’s best-selling compact SUV, but it’s more than overdue for a refresh after six years in its current form.
The Ford Escape is a comfortable and usable compact crossover CUV that offers plenty of room for four to five passengers and all of their gear. It’s not a sports car, but with up to 200 horsepower from an available V6, the Escape feels lively and quick. Handling and ride quality are both better than expected for a sport-utility. Though it’s small in stature, the Escape can carry more than its fair share of cargo with the seats folded down.
The Escape is targeted at buyers that need a compact crossover that still has plenty of space and comfortable ride. It competes in a crowded segment that includes the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Jeep Liberty, Hyundai Tucson, and even the Subaru Forester. The Escape is built on the same platform and has many of the same features as the Mazda Tribute and the Mercury Mariner.
The Escape is available with a new 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 153 horsepower and 152 lb-ft of torque, an efficient 2.3-liter hybrid four-cylinder with 155 horsepower, or a 3.0-liter V6 that makes 200 horsepower and 193 lb-ft of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is standard for some models, but a four-speed automatic is standard for most.

The Escape got a new bumper and a host of other new features last year, which updated its looks enough for it to stay relevant, despite it being years since the last major overhaul. Its front end is clean and simple, which is what we’d expect from a small utility vehicle that wants us to believe it’s more rugged than it really is. Lower trims get black bumpers and door handles, but higher trims have body-colored paint for both. There’s little in the way of chrome or decoration, which gives the Escape an uncomplicated look.
Inside, the front seats are wide, but the seat bottoms are shorter than we’d like. This can make them uncomfortable for taller drivers, but there’s plenty of padding to help make up for it. The center console is located far back, which makes it hard for anyone to find a comfortable position for their elbow, and the high, narrow armrest on the door doesn’t do much better. The center stack is neat, with controls organized thoughtfully, and everything is well within reach of the driver’s seat.
The back seat is a flat bench without much padding in the seat bottom or back. This makes it hard to manage longer trips in the rear seat, but kids won’t mind in their car seats. Legroom is generous, as is headroom, but that’s a small consolation when your backside is aching from the hard seats. Models with leather seats are slightly more comfortable, but there needs to be more padding.
Behind the rear seats, the Escape has plenty of cargo space, and the ability to fold those seats down makes it even more useful. It’s not as large as the Ford Explorer, but the Escape is significantly less expensive than Ford’s midsize SUV.

The Escape truly shines on the road, with healthy acceleration and responsive handling.
The solid handling does not ruin the comfortable ride, which comes courtesy of upgraded front shocks and a new front stabilizer system that came to the Escape last year. There’s more control and less body roll in turns, which puts the Escape at odds with what people normally expect from sport utility vehicles.
Noise levels inside the cabin are more than tolerable, and the Escape handles rough roads with ease. Its small size and short wheelbase make the Escape easy to maneuver in tight spots.
Though it tries to look the part, the four-wheel-drive Escape is not a capable off-roader. When the terrain gets steep or is covered with loose rocks and gravel, the Escape struggles to find traction. That smooth ride on-road translates to a rough time when the pavement ends, as the Escapes suspension is not set up to articulate and handle uneven terrain. The intelligent 4WD system is much better suited to handle bad weather, and as a result, the Escape is nearly unstoppable in the snow.
The 2.3-liter engine, though weaker than the V6, offers enough power and grunt for most buyers. It’s responsive and smooth and doesn’t sound strained when the throttle gets stomped.
The V6 drivetrain with its four-speed automatic play well together. We’d like another gear, but the transmission is smooth and finds the right gear for the situation without a problem.
Braking is predictable and smooth, in spite of the fact that most models have drums in the rear. A brake assist system helps the driver maintain full braking power if the system sense that there should be more pressure on the pedal, and an electronic brake-force distribution system helps with more stable braking.
The Escape is a winner in the fuel economy department. Models equipped with the 2.3-liter engine, front-wheel drive, and a manual gearbox are rated at 21/27/23 mpg city/hwy/combined, and adding the automatic transmission changes those numbers to 20/23/21 mpg. With 4WD, the 2.3-liter returns 19/24/21 mpg with a manual transmission and 18/22/20 mpg with an automatic.
The 3.0-liter engine is rated at 18/23/20 mpg with fwd and 17/21/19 with 4WD.
The Ford Escape Hybrid leads the pack at 30/28/29 mpg city/hwy/combined with front-wheel drive and 28/26/27 mpg with 4WD.

Though it’s a small SUV, the Escape has enough space to keep four people comfortable for the long haul, as long as the back seat passengers understand that there will be less padding than a park bench. The Escape’s high level of choice means that there’s a model for nearly any buyer.
In its most basic form, the Escape’s interior feels almost bare and utilitarian, but it’s still a reasonably nice place to be. Moving up the trim level ladder adds premium features such as leather, heated seats, and the like, which give the Escape a luxurious feel that makes it seem more expensive than it really is.
All three powertrain choices are refined and provide enough power to get the job done, so Escape buyers can’t really go wrong with any of the options. The Escape Hybrid is a unique choice in the compact SUV segment and was good enough to win North American Truck of the Year award. It’s nearly impossible to tell the difference between it and a normal Escape, save for the fact that there are far fewer stops for fuel.

The Escape XLS comes standard with power windows and door locks, an AM/FM/six-CD changer, four speakers, and an 80-watt sound system.
The Ford Escape XLT trim adds an in-dash six-disc cd player, and going all the way up to the Limited trim brings a MACH audio system with automatic volume control.
The Escape is available with a variety of options to upgrade its entertainment and tech convenience features that include a CD-based satellite navigation system, additional power outlets, and a 320-watt Audiophile stereo system with six speakers, a subwoofer, and an in-dash CD changer.

The 2006 Ford Escape received mixed reviews from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. In crash testing, the agency rated the Escape Acceptable for moderate overlap front crashworthiness, Good for side impacts with optional equipment, and Poor without. Head restraints and seats were rated Acceptable. In testing, the IIHS found that the B-pillar (beside the driver) moved far enough in to strike the driver’s head – not good.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) rated the Escape with four stars in front crash tests, five stars in side crash tests, and three stars for rollover protection. It is not clear from the NHTSA’s ratings list, but it’s likely they tested the Escape with optional airbags installed.
Those optional airbags are included in a $595 safety package that includes side-curtain airbags that are designed to provide head protection in the event of a rollover or side impact.

With a starting price of just over $20,000, the Escape may seem like a great deal, but you’ll have to manage with a manual transmission and not much in the way of creature comforts if you go that route.
Mid-range Escapes come with a decent amount of comfort and tech features, but the price climbs quickly with each step up the trim level list.
The Limited trim, which can reach $27,000 with options, comes with the most “goodies,” but at that price, there are several options from Toyota, Honda, and others that may make a better choice. Where the Escape pulls away is in the gas mileage department, especially the Escape Hybrid.
I have a 2006 ford escape. I currently have 235/ 70R16 tires on my it but need new tires desperately. I could get some brand new 225/ 60R17 tires for free from a family friend. Would they work?
I have a 2006 Ford Escape and I am wondering if I can use 225/60R17 tires on it. I have a great opportunity to get some but they are not very close to the size that I have on right now so I am not sure if they would work. Right now my tires are 235/60R17.
I have 2006 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L with 65,000 original miles that suddenly started having issues with passenger side door lock not working. It will not work with key fob or switch. I removed door panel and checked switch with probe and all wires get power except for pink/white wire which only gets ground. I have attached article below I found in here Car Gurus for the driver side lock with same issue. My question is, does this seem like the same issue and what other wire would I connect the pink/white wire to? Any help is greatly appreciated.
I have a 2006 Ford Escape with a 2.3. If it sets for a few days it will crank but won't start. If I disconnect the battery for 24 hours, it will start up when I reconnect the battery. If I start it every day I never have a problem. Has anyone experienced this?
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.93
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Running boards: tube
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 2.93
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Running boards: tube
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: MACH · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Overhead console: overhead console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.93
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: MACH · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Overhead console: overhead console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.93
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: polished aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: MACH · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Overhead console: overhead console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 2.93
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): front and rear
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Truck Features
Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: MACH · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: seatback
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.93
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: polished aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: MACH · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Overhead console: overhead console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 2.93
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: polished aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: MACH · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 2.93
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: polished aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up