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2009 Ford Escape

2008 Mazda Tribute

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  2009 Ford Escape XLS 2008 Mazda Tribute Touring 2008 Nissan Rogue S
MSRP
$20,435
$19,135
$19,430
Invoice $19,245 $17,923 $18,526
MPG
City/Highway		 17/31 17/30 21/27
Rating 7.4 7.4 7.8
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. The 2008 Mazda Tribute wears a sharp new set of sheetmetal, but performance remains middling, and it still lacks a third-row option. With the 2009 Nissan Rogue, the crossover market gets another right-sized entry that’s just a little tighter inside than the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.
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:

  • Much improved styling
  • Great new dash
  • Good backseat room

Dislikes:

  • No third-row option
  • No navigation system
  • Middling road manners
  • Sluggish acceleration

Likes:

  • Looks like the larger Nissan Murano
  • Well-balanced ride and handling
  • Attention to fit and finish
  • Clever cargo organizer

Dislikes:

  • Middling acceleration
  • CVT isn’t familiar to many consumers
  • Rear visibility suffers from styling
  • Rear-seat room can be tight for adults
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