The 2008 Ford Escape rides on the road with numerous improvements and major alterations. It lives up to the customer's expectations for a powerful small crossover SUV. The four-door Escape can accommodate five adult passengers with ease. The latest Escape model comes in three exciting trim levels namely XLS, XLT and Limited. Each model has some distinctive features, but quietness, safety and power is ensured in all nine models. The alterations are not merely external but they go much deeper. Under the hood, the Duratec 23, 2.3 liter I-4 engine imparts a whopping 153 horsepower, with a 5 speed manual transmission as standard in overdrive. The limited model is an exception with a new Duratec 30, 3.0 Liter, V6 engine that gives 200 horsepower along with a four speed automatic transmission. The new four-speed automatic transmission has been tailored for efficient ride handling. Ford Motor Company keeps in mind the ever-increasing fuel prices and customer’s problem related to it, that is why they insist on making vehicles that are fuel-efficient.
Also, Escape has always been regarded as the most fuel-efficient car riding on the road. The new Ford Escape transmissions help in getting a better fuel economy both in the city and on the highway. The XLS models with five speed automatic transmission provides 22-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway, while the Limited model that features a four speed automatic transmission gives 17-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway.
For great performance and easy ride handling, the standard transmissions are really very helpful. Both five-speed manual and four-speed automatic transmissions make the Ford Escape SUV a much better deal. This innovative automatic transmission will definitely set a new trend in the market. So, plan out your holidays without any worries.
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