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2009 Ford Escape

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  2009 Ford Escape XLS 2008 Mazda Tribute Touring 2009 Saturn VUE Green Line I4
MSRP
$20,435
$19,135
$28,160
Invoice $19,245 $17,923 $26,329
MPG
City/Highway		 17/31 17/30 25/32
Rating 7.4 7.4 7.6
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. The 2008 Mazda Tribute wears a sharp new set of sheetmetal, but performance remains middling, and it still lacks a third-row option. The 2009 Saturn Vue Hybrid isn't fun to drive, but it will ease your reliance on fossil fuels.
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:

  • Fuel economy
  • Backseat space
  • Occupant protection

Dislikes:

  • Busy ride
  • Dull steering feel
  • No telescopic steering wheel adjustment
  • Not much cargo space with seats up
  • Door panels no longer ding resistant
  • Rough-shifting transmission
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