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2009 Ford Escape

2008 Jeep Liberty

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  2009 Ford Escape XLS 2008 Jeep Liberty Sport 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4WD 4dr Man Red
MSRP
$20,435
$21,090
$19,499
Invoice $19,245 $19,787 $18,718
MPG
City/Highway		 17/31 15/22 16/22
Rating 7.4 7 6.6
Bottomline Though it looks decidedly old-school, the Ford Escape is a solid and stylish five-passenger, compact SUV that has been kept up-to-date. Much less of a cute-ute than it used to be, the 2008 Jeep Liberty defines SUV-lites by not being one. The 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is an old-style compact SUV that favors hauling and off-roading at the detriment of on-the-road performance.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Improved power and fuel economy
  • Responsive six-speed automatic transmission
  • Technologically advanced infotainment system
  • Well-rounded safety package

Dislikes:

  • Still not very refined
  • Complex process for folding rear seat
  • Uncomfortable backseat

Likes:

  • Great off-road capabilities
  • Enormous Sky Slider roof
  • More interior room
  • Better on-road ride
  • Replaceable fender flares

Dislikes:

  • Lackadaisical acceleration
  • Trucklike ride and handing
  • Quality of interior bits
  • Tight rear legroom
  • Not great fuel economy

Likes:

  • Tough off-road ability
  • City-friendly maneuverability
  • Good, upright driving position

Dislikes:

  • Engine lacks torque for heavy loads
  • As thirsty as larger SUVs
  • Bouncy ride on rough pavement
  • Spare tire arrangement makes cargo access cumbersome
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