Explorer or Escape?? Help!!!!
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Explorer or Escape?? Help!!!!
I currently own a 2003 Explorer XLT that I lease. This is my third explorer, having owned a '97,'00. I was thinking with the rising fuel costs of down sizing to an Escape. Are the 3.0 V6 Escapes that much more fuel efficient? I was reading somewhere where that the difference in mileage was not as significant as the Window sticker would suggest. Anyone else make the switch? Is $428 a month for a 24 mo., 15,000/yr lease with the dealer paying the last month of my current lease a good deal?
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I just sold my Mercury mariner (fancied up Escape). If you do a lot of city diving, expect 16mpg, if you drive a lot on the highway, expect 25mpg. if mixed driving, expect 19.
those were my averages, and it should be pretty close to what others get too.
The driving experience is night and day between the two, so drive both. The escape will not feel as substantial, but will definatley feel more nimble. The escape will be noisier on the inside.
those were my averages, and it should be pretty close to what others get too.
The driving experience is night and day between the two, so drive both. The escape will not feel as substantial, but will definatley feel more nimble. The escape will be noisier on the inside.
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If you're thinking about a Escape go for a Hyundai Tucson.
Better warranty,better vehicle and probably costs less.
Though I'd stay with an Explorer.
Actually I'd love a 4Runner but the Explorer has better discounts.
Better warranty,better vehicle and probably costs less.
Though I'd stay with an Explorer.
Actually I'd love a 4Runner but the Explorer has better discounts.
Last edited by Joe B; Aug 15, 2006 at 03:05 PM.
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Well, I have a '98 Explorer XLT 5.0 and my folks have an '01 Escape XLT 3.0.
I have to say that the Escape is definitely more nimble, almost handles corners like a sportscar. There (IMHO) is more passenger space, especially in the rear seats. The Explorer definitely has the edge in cargo space.
When I've used my Explorer for all highway use, I've gotten as high as 22 MPG (usually 18-20) with the V8. I would venture a guess that under normal operating conditions with mixed driving, the Escape would do slightly better from a fuel economy standpoint.
I would say that if you are going to tow or go off road at all, the Explorer might be a better fit. If the vehicle will be mostly a commuter car, go with the Escape.
It all comes down to what you need and want. Good luck with the decision.
I have to say that the Escape is definitely more nimble, almost handles corners like a sportscar. There (IMHO) is more passenger space, especially in the rear seats. The Explorer definitely has the edge in cargo space.
When I've used my Explorer for all highway use, I've gotten as high as 22 MPG (usually 18-20) with the V8. I would venture a guess that under normal operating conditions with mixed driving, the Escape would do slightly better from a fuel economy standpoint.
I would say that if you are going to tow or go off road at all, the Explorer might be a better fit. If the vehicle will be mostly a commuter car, go with the Escape.
It all comes down to what you need and want. Good luck with the decision.
