What Changed

The 2008 Escape features updated styling inside and out. The most notable changes are to the front and rear fascias, but most of the sheet metal is new. Outside of a new electric power steering system, the chassis and powertrains are largely the same.

Comparison to Prior Model

2008 Ford Escape 2007 Ford Escape
2008 Ford Escape 2007 Ford Escape
Price Range ($) $19,005 - $28,255 $19,165 - $27,205
Length (in) 174.7 174.9
Wheelbase (in) 103.1 103.2
Width (in) 71.1 70.1
Height (in) 68.0 69.7
Track (in) 61.1 61.1
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 420.0 431.0
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3272-3794 3176-3775
Legroom Total (in.) 77.2 77.2
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 100.2 99.9
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 29.2 29.3
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • AWD
  • FWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 2.3l I4 (153-bhp)
  • 2.3l I4 HEV (133-bhp)
  • 3.0l V6 (200-bhp)
  • 2.3l I4 (153-bhp)
  • 2.3l I4 HEV (133-bhp)
  • 3.0l V6 (200-bhp)
Transmissions A4, CVT, M5 A4, CVT, M5
City MPG 17-34 19-36
Highway MPG 22-30 23-31
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