The 2009 Ford Escape is a 4-door compact SUV that accommodates five adult passengers. Though it is basically a carryover from 2008, it gets an important change with its engine. It replaces the old 2.3-liter I4, 153-horsepower engine with a 2.5-liter, I4, 171-horsepower engine. The new SUV has got some other exciting changes- exterior and interior with improved power and improved safety.
Safety is a determining factor in owning a car. Keeping this in mind the manufacturer has redesigned the 2009 Ford Escape with improved standard as well as optional safety features. The safety features have been thoroughly tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The 2009 Ford Escape comes in three trim levels and is available in eleven models. All models are available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive. Here are the safety features of the new Escape:
Safety Packages
- 4-wheel anti-lock braking system
- Dual stage driver and front passenger airbags with front passenger sensor system
- Advance Trac with Roll Stability Control (RSC)
- Battery saver with headlamp off delay
- Belt-Minder
- Child safety locks (rear doors)
- Front height-adjustable 3-point safety belts with pretensioners
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for children) system on rear seat locations
- Remote keyless entry - With integrated key-head transmitter
- 1st and 2nd row Safety Canopy
- Side air bags
- Side intrusion door beams
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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