Ford Escape Generation 1 (2001–2007)

Ford Escape Generation 1 (2001–2007) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Ford Escape — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
Generation 1 2001–2007 —
Generation 2 2008–2012 —
Generation 3 2013–2019 —
Generation 4 2020–present —

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the Escape

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
Ford 2.5L 4-cylinder 2009–2026 16 models 125
Ford 3.0L V6 (Vulcan & Duratec) 2001–2022 21 models 111
Ford 2.0L I4 (Duratec & EcoBoost) 2001–2021 24 models 67
Ford 2.3L EcoBoost I4 2005–2008 33 models 45
Ford 1.6L 4-cylinder 2013–2016 7 models 30

Ford Escape fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →

Used Ford Escape prices by year → · Chevrolet Equinox vs Ford Escape · Ford Escape vs Nissan Rogue · Ford Escape vs Jeep Grand Cherokee

About this generation

The Ford Escape is a compact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company from the 2001 to the 2026 model years across four generations, as Ford's first SUV derived from a car platform.

What changed in the facelift

On 18 November 2015, Ford unveiled a refreshed mid-cycle update of the Escape, which went on sale in the beginning of 2016 for the 2017 model year. The refresh added an Edge-inspired front fascia, while tweaking the rear facsia that saw reshaped LED taillights and a newly adopted two-slat, hexagonal grille. The interior was also adjusted slightly in the cabin area and on the steering wheel. The Sync 3 infotainment system was added as a new feature, along with a new smartphone app called Sync Connect, which allows owners to remotely monitor their vehicle, check fuel levels, lock and unlock doors, and start the engine.

The 2.5 Duratec and 2.0 EcoBoost engine line-up was joined by a new 1.5 L turbocharged four-cylinder option, replacing the 1.6 L. Ford engineers promised additional refinement to the 2017 Escape, particularly as evidenced by extremely low road- and wind-noise levels. The doors and B pillars are insulated, the front wheel wells are lined, and acoustic glass is used for the side windows. Also, new seals are used for the windshield and hood.

The new Escape showcased a number of new-to-it features, from faster-charging USB ports to an application that lets drivers unlock the vehicle and start the engine through a smartphone. Dubbed Sync Connect, this feature helps to locate the vehicle in a crowded parking lot, check the fuel level, and alert the owner when service is due. A number of driver-assist features were available: Enhanced park assist, lane-keeping, forward collision warning, and adaptive cruise control.

Production of the facelifted 2017 Ford Escape started on 18 March 2016, at the Louisville Assembly Plant in Kentucky.

Source: Wikipedia — Ford Escape, CC BY-SA.

Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2001 15 1,052 Engine And Engine Cooling, Service Brakes, Electrical System
2002 10 1,079 Engine And Engine Cooling, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2003 9 598 Structure, Suspension, Vehicle Speed Control
2004 8 499 Suspension, Structure, Vehicle Speed Control
2005 5 3,168 Suspension, Structure, Electrical System
2006 5 1,440 Service Brakes, Vehicle Speed Control, Power Train
2007 4 786 Service Brakes, Power Train, Engine

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

For sale right now