2010 Ford Escape Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$20,515 to $27,020

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The 2010 Ford Escape represents Ford's continuing commitment to providing affordable, state-of-the-art safety, navigation, and entertainment technology to the ordinary driving public. This five-passenger, five-door compact SUV offers roominess without the bulk, performance without the price, and style without the rudeness of those full-size SUVs that are simply too big for civilized city driving. The 2010 Escape is available in three trim levels, the base XLS, mid-level XLT, and high-end Limited, with each available in either a front-wheel-drive (FWD) or all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration. All three trims also offer split-folding rear seats that provide 66 cubic feet of cargo space when folded flat.

A couple of engine and transmission choices are available for the 2010 Ford Escape SUV, with the standard being a 2.5-liter DOHC inline four-cylinder (I4) engine and five-speed manual transmission that equips the base front-wheel-drive XLS trim. This pairing delivers 171 hp and 171 lb-ft of torque to the tune of 22/28 mpg. A six-speed automatic transmission is also offered as an option for the 2010 Escape XLS, and comes standard with each of the Escape’s other trims. Additionally, for both the ’09 Escape XLT and Limited trims, a 3.0-liter V6 engine is available with the standard six-speed automatic. This powerplant puts out 240 hp and 223 lb-ft of torque, and allows either V6-equipped trim to tow 3,500 pounds when the available Class II trailer hitch package is chosen. The EPA rates the 3.0-liter V6 at 18/26.

Standard appearance, comfort, and convenience features for the 2010 Ford Escape XLS include 16-inch alloy wheels, cloth front bucket seats, split-folding rear seats, power windows, door locks, and mirrors, cruise control, tilt-wheel steering, air conditioning, and an MP3-compatable single-CD player with four speakers. The XLT trim adds a roof rack, six-way power driver’s seat, front center and overhead storage consoles, leather-wrapped steering wheel, front and rear floor mats, and Sirius XM satellite radio to the mix, while the 2010 Escape Limited offers standard leather upholstery, heated front seats and outside mirrors, Bluetooth connectivity, and a USB connection. Each of the ’09 Escape AWD trims features a limited-slip rear differential.

Such options as the Ford SYNC Infotainment System, voice-activated DVD navigation, and integrated side steps are offered with the 2010 Ford Escape XLS. The XLT trim offers an available power moonroof, remote start, a Sport Appearance Package with leather and chrome upgrades, 17-inch premium black wheels with chrome ring, and a 320-watt premium audio system with seven speakers. The 2010 Escape Limited, of course, features all that, plus the optional Auto Park System that takes some of the stress out of parallel parking.

Newly added for 2010, the available Auto Park System, rear-view camera, integrated spotter mirrors, and MyKey speed and audio limiting system join together to add further luster to the 2010 Ford Escape SUV's long-standing, best-in-class safety performance. Four-wheel ABS, traction and stability control, dual front side-mounted airbags, and supplemental front and rear head airbags, as well as available front fog/driving lights and dusk-sensing headlights remain among the safety features for the 2010 Escape. A fly in the safety ointment, however, is Ford's odd decision to replace the Escape's rear disc brakes with drum brakes in 2009, resulting in a noticeable degradation in braking performance.

Owners of the 2009 Ford Escape laud its fuel economy, SYNC Infotainment System, and Bluetooth technology, but complain of uncomfortable seats. Owners also praise the ’09 Escape’s roomy cabin, but have issues with build quality, including some shoddy cabin materials. By and large, however, owners of the ’09 Escape are wooed by its ideal size, value, styling, creature comforts, and strong safety ratings.

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Published May 31, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by Havana C
Nov 06, 2024
Features were good. Yes seems like a good value. The edge. I drove it and seems to have a possible transmission issue.Nov 06, 2024
by Laurie G
Feb 16, 2024
I love the features. This is something to learn about. I am already starting to get use to driving this vehicle. This is an excellent value for the vehicle. From what it looks like on this vehicle is nothing is missing. Just learning the new features on it is great and you start to get learn them. We compared this vehicle with our old one and this one is a lot better then our 2007 Ford Escape xlt. That is why I gave a excellent remark on the vehicle. Feb 16, 2024
by Jordan B
Dec 26, 2023
The car looks ok from the pictures, but the interior and exterior has obviously been flooded. There is a strong odor on the inside due to flooding. There is major rust on the inside and out.Dec 26, 2023

2010 Ford Escape Pricing

Original MSRP
$20,515 to $27,020
Price range
$5,734 to $6,459
Average price on CG
$5,819
YoY price change
$6,253 to $5,819

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.9 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.0 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.51

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · 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

Mirrors

Inside rearview mirror: auto-dimming with microphone

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear wiper: dual speed

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.9 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.0 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.51

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · 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

Mirrors

Inside rearview mirror: auto-dimming with microphone

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear wiper: dual speed

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.9 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.0 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Door trim: vinyl · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · SYNC System: voice activated communication and entertainment system · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.51

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear wiper: dual speed

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: jack · Hard Drive: 40GB · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.9 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.0 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Parking sensors: front and rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.51

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack color: chrome · Roof rails: chrome

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear wiper: dual speed

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.9 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.0 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Door trim: vinyl · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · SYNC System: voice activated communication and entertainment system · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.51

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear wiper: dual speed

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: jack · Hard Drive: 40GB · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.9 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.0 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Parking sensors: front and rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.51

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack color: chrome · Roof rails: chrome

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear wiper: dual speed

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