2008 FORD Escape 2.5 Hybrid CVT (250 HP)

Vehicle Overview

The second generation of the Escape was released in 2008 and was kept in production until 2012.

The muscular SUV got a refreshed design, with a new grille that was similar to the Ford Expedition and the Explorer, only shrunken.

It was the same old platform and the same drivetrains, but had a much cleaner and modern look.

The modernised headlights, the chrome grille, the integrated fog lights and the Escape letters embossed across the bumper made the Escape attract the views of the customers.

From the side, the Explorer was pretty much the 1st generation SUV, with a clearer design. On the top we could see side rails, and side rails are always a good option, because if you later decide to mount them, it’s gonna be a hassle.

In the Back, the Explorer had updated taillights integrated in a clean simple design.

Inside the cabin of the Explorer we found a clean basic layout with improved material quality. Overall, it had a square look to match the outside design.

The Explorer was offered with 3 trim levels, the base XLS, the XLT, the top of the line, a hybrid and a limited hybrid. Lots of options we would say.

The SUV was equipped with power windows, power mirrors, power driver seat, leather seating surfaces (XLT), cruise control, a small lcd with compass, temperature and other audio information, climate control, air conditioning and a bluetooth connection.