2004
Ford Escape

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$18,710
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Available trims

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  • 4dr 103" WB XLS Value
    Starts at
    $18,710
    23 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 103" WB XLS
    Starts at
    $20,400
    19 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 103" WB XLS 4WD
    Starts at
    $22,050
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 103" WB XLT
    Starts at
    $22,655
    19 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 103" WB XLT 4WD
    Starts at
    $24,305
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 103" WB Limited
    Starts at
    $24,615
    19 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 103" WB Limited 4WD
    Starts at
    $26,240
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Carlike qualities
Four-cylinder or V-6
Available Automatic 4WD
Compact size
Hybrid powertrain offered in mid-2004

The good & the bad

The good

Easy maneuverability
V-6 performance
Interior space
Fuel economy with four-cylinder
Five-star crash-test rating

The bad

Noise
Short seat bottoms
Construction quality
ABS not standard
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Safety review

Based on the 2004 Ford Escape base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
3/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles
Basic
90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
Dealer certification
139-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

97% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 41 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.4
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.4

Most recent

By John from Albany, NY
Owns this car
March 20, 2025

over 220K miles and the only thing I've had to replace is

over 220K miles and the only thing I've had to replace is the battery and alternator, serpentine belt, spark plug and gasket( which I'm proud to say I did myself). As with any car it has its particular problems to look out for but if you do regular maintenance this vehicle lasts.watch out for the rear wheel wells the 1st gens are known to deteriorate
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Tony from San Diego ca.
Owns this car
October 16, 2024

Great car,over 300.

Great car,over 300.000 miles. So far just routine maintenance,still going strong,burns a little oil But that can be expected for a car of this age and miles
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 3.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2004 Ford Escape?

The 2004 Ford Escape is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Limited (2 styles)
  • XLS (2 styles)
  • XLS Value (1 style)
  • XLT (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2004 Ford Escape?

The 2004 Ford Escape offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2004 Ford Escape?

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Is the 2004 Ford Escape reliable?

The 2004 Ford Escape has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 Ford Escape owners.

Is the 2004 Ford Escape a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2004 Ford Escape. 97.6% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 41 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.4

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