Ford is adding fresh designs to their vehicles to get a personalized approach in order to drive the sales. MKZ will be unveiled at the upcoming New York auto show.

More about Lincoln

Lincoln was the top selling brand in US with luxury nameplate during 90’s. Last year, Lincoln managed to sell almost 85,643 units, which is less than Toyota and lexus.

Date Night

The company is hoping to get more number of buyers from other brands. Conquest rate at present is 37 %.
For encouraging car shoppers, Ford has started “the Lincoln date night” test drive program.



Ford has not unveiled the pricing info of new MKZ and it has not disclosed the pricing of glass roof option. It competes with Lexus ES and Cadillac CTS.

MKZ is offered with 3 different power-trains, including a hybrid version that can yield 41 miles per gallon in cities. MKZ also comes with navigation system and touch-screen entertainment.

MKZ is the first model from Lincoln right from 1970 and is crafted by designers from luxury brands. Max Wolff leads the design team, a former exterior designer at GM co.

Power- Trains

2013 Ford Escape comes with an improved edition of the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, which is estimated to produce 168 hp. The big news is the release of two optional engines offered- EcoBoost turbocharged 173-hp 1.6 L and a 237-hp 2.0-L. Both come with 4–cylinders. The V-6 engine is not offered for this edition.



The company says 2013 Escape will improve gas usage by almost 5 mpg over the 2012 version with the low EcoBoost choice.

The vehicle comes with a 6-speed auto transmission. However, it provides continuous manual transmission shifting by means of rocker switch on the gear selection. The driveline choices of the vehicle include: all-wheel-drive and front wheel drive.

Safety

Safety features Include:

• Electronic stability system

• Seat-mounted airbags

• Antilock brakes

• Side curtains that protect rear and front passengers.

MPG Info

The company hasn’t announced the estimated fuel economy details.

Pricing Details

The starting MSRP price of the vehicle is in the range of $22,470–$32,120.

It is also designed with an energy flow energy flow display as well as efficiency and power display screens that guides drivers to enhance the mileage efficiency by shifting the driving mode to electric style.

This hybrid vehicle has a standard advanced Ford SYNC system that offers hands-free access with voice commands. Each model with SYNC system provides hands-free calling through connected and paired Bluetooth-enabled phone, and music through USB-connected digital media player.

Interior

The conventional new eco-friendly cloth seat fabric in this vehicle is developed from 100% polyester. Moreover, the cushions use bio-based polyurethane foam taken from the lubricants of different plant seeds like soybeans. Since the vehicle is stylish, comfortable, and durable, it is the perfect automobile for you.

This vehicle is a complete hybrid one. One can drive it with only the electric system up to 44 miles per hour speed.

Safety

The new Ford Escape Hybrid- 2012 edition will be featured with a 4WD system, which automatically works to avoid the sipping of wheel. Dissimilar to the latest system installed on Toyota Highlander Hybrid, this vehicle doesn’t need any driver interaction.

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As per the automaker, the first commercial model will be marketed at the North American Automobile Show.

Fuel Efficiency

2012 Escape will be redesigned with new body enhancements. Since the vehicle is in medium size and lower style, it delivers decent fuel economy. Due to the vehicle’s fuel efficiency, owners need not spend more money for fuel.



Ford is planning to market the vehicle around the world. This is the only sports utility vehicle available in the list of best-selling automobiles.

Performance

When compared to the previous model’s engine, the new vehicle’s engine has been improved significantly. It is powered by a 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine, which is integrated with advanced Ecoboost technology. The new vehicle will be available in hybrid version also.

Safety

The engineers designed and developed this vehicle with some new features. You can find great level of safety in this vehicle.



It is equipped with 4-wheel antilock braking system, curtain side airbags, front airbags, antiskid system, traction control, and a back blade suspension system.

2012 Escape Side View

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Styling of 2012 Escape

The style of this vehicle will have significant changes when compared to the previous Escape version. It will be packed with many advanced amenities than the previous version.

The vehicle has already become one of the hottest sports utility vehicles in America. It will share most of its design as well as styling cues with the latest Focus model. Moreover, the architecture of both these vehicles is same.



The new Escape model is being designed and developed by the best engineers from different parts of the world to satisfy all the needs of auto customers around the world. Moreover, they are designing this vehicle with great style.

Specs of New Escape

The new Escape will be significantly redesigned in the fields of drive-train and engine to improve the efficiency. This small sized sports utility vehicle will be offered in two versions- AWD and FWD.

Summary

Ford 2012 Escape will have unique amenities, including a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission. The vehicle will be available with an advanced navigation system, which will have the ability to interface with other gadgets like Bluetooth.

It will also have a built-in DVD player that will help the passengers to play music as well as see movies inside the car.

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It comes with the choice of all-wheel and front-wheel drive.

Engine Specs

2011 Escape hybrid is equipped with a 153 hp 2.5-L 4-cylinder gasoline engine plus a battery-powered electric motor (94-hp, 330-volt permanent magnet motor) to boast the power level up to 177hp, paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission.

2011 Escape Hybrid Price

The starting price of 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid base version is $30,410 with front-wheel drive and $32,340 with all-wheel drive.

2011 Escape Hybrid Limited starts at $33,100 with FWD and $34,850 with all-wheel drive.

The Sync system on base and navigation system on Limited cost up to $400 and $2,000 respectively.

Escape Hybrid Competitors Price

Ford Escape Hybrid competes with the similar hybrid models like Toyota Highlander Hybrid, Mercury Marine Hybrid, and Mazda Tribute Hybrid.

The base price of Highlander Hybrid is around $37,490, and Limited model goes up to $43,145. The Mercury Marine Hybrid is tagged at $30,115 – $31,865 price range, while Mazda Tribute hybrid models are available from $32,750 onwards.

Recall Summary

Marathon has recalled certain brand super-hides seat covers, with part numbers 594, 578, 593, 960, 228, 267-08, 333, and 630. These parts are sold as the aftermarket parts for different passenger vehicles.

These seat covers are manufactured with the heavier thread and are not well-matched with seats equipped with the side airbags. The heavier seat cover in the vehicle could interfere with airbag at crash time.

Consequence

An inappropriately deployed airbag in the vehicle could result in severe injury. Marathon has notified all the owners and the seat covers were replaced. The safety recall has started on September 14, 2010.

Owners of Ford Escape may contact dealers at 1-800-735-2769.

For complete info & supporting documents, you can log on to official NHTSA page. The number of potential units affected in the 2008 Ford Escape recalls is around 294.

2005 Ford Escape 2WD

2005 Ford Escape with 4-speed auto transmission and 2.3 liter engine can deliver a total gas mileage of 19 miles per gallon in the city and 23 miles per gallon on highway. The combined mileage is 21 miles per gallon.

2005 Ford Escape with manual transmission can achieve a city mileage of 21 miles per gallon and a combined mileage of 24 mpg.

2005 Ford Escape Hybrid

2005 Ford Escape with hybrid motor can achieve 30 mpg in the city, 28 mpg on the highways, and 28 mpg combined.

2005 Ford Escape hybrid version with automatic transmission and 2.3 liter engine can achieve 28 miles per gallon in the city and 26 miles per gallon on the highways.

2005 Ford Escape 4WD

2005 Ford Escape gas mileage with 4WD, four cylinder engine, and automatic transmission is around 17 mpg in city and 20 mpg on the highways, and 28 mpg combined.

Transmission Fluid leakages

Transmission liquid leaks are one of the most prevalent problems with Ford Escape. Transmission fluid drip is the consequence of damaged gasket or bearing drip. Ford Escape proprietors additionally report issues with unpredictable or abrasive shifting, in addition to problems associated with the vehicle’s inability to shift in reverse. Issues with shifting may point out wear of the drive shaft’s bones. Minimal transmission-fluid amounts could also trigger irregular shifting.

Gear Mis-management

Malfunctioning takes place when the transmission does not effectively shift in to the appropriate gear. Although this could point the requirement for a transmission substitution, this kind of disappointment might point to an issue with the Ford Escape’s handle component. This component is in charge of finishing the shift.

These are some of the common Ford Escape Transmission Problems.

Performance

Keeping track of ’06 Ford Escape Hybrid’s fuel efficiency, readout could be enjoyable, attempting to increase mileage together with prudent throttle. On downhill areas, you will very often get 30mph prior to the fuel power-plant fired up. One disadvantage in the silence of low speed driving may be the magnification of numerous squeaks along with creaks in the back of the automobile.

Interior and Exterior looks

The interior and exterior look of the car is something that has not been given much attention. Both interior parts and exterior styles give the vibes of being unfurnished. The look and design gives a feeling of being a legacy car. The interior is poorly maintained. When you drive this car, you will find that more focus is on the parts under the hood than the look and feel; this really devastates the driving experience.

Safety and Accessories

Ford launched a $595 Safety Package for Ford Escape 2006 edition that includes rollover-sensing side air drapes and front side impact air-bags. The typical antitheft circumference alarm is regular evidently. Ford’s regular warranty pertains to ’06 Ford Escape Hybrid, great for 3 years/36,000 miles.

In accordance with Ford’s Site, the Escape Hybrid’s battery-pack is warranted for not less than 8 years/100,000 miles. ’06 Ford Escape Hybrid continues to feel incomplete. Despite a commendably sophisticated power train, all of those other vehicle capabilities disappoints severely, and also the all round possession experience will not be restored with a couple of extra kilometers per gallon.