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The Ford Escape, which is known as Ford Maverick in Europe, is one of the best-selling compact SUVs in America since its release in 2001. Its development was a collaboration between the American multinational corporation, Ford, and the Japanese automotive manufacturer, Mazda. The first generation of Ford Escape was released on 2001 under the category of SUVs but without the truck-based design which was common among SUVs of the time. It uses the Ford CD2 platform for crossover SUVs, which was also the basis for the Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner. The Ford CD2 platform was jointly developed by Ford and Mazda. It is a front wheel drive design with an all wheel drive option. While most SUV commonly used a truck based Body-on-frame design, the Ford Escape was designed to resemble a car-like monocoque design, wherein the body and the chassis are one unit. The design came with a fully independent suspension and rack and pinion steering and an optional all wheel drive, with a center lock differential, which makes it more suited to on-road driving than off road driving. The all wheel drive system powers all four wheels. It normally sends more power on the front wheels. However, if slipping is detected at the front wheels, the power sent to the rear wheels will be increased within a fraction of a second. Since its release in 2001, the Ford Escape had several trim levels: the XLS, XLT, and Limited. The Escape had a standard engine of 127 hp Zetec 2.0 L 4-cylinder engine with five speed manual transmission. However, an optional 201 hp Duratec 3.0 L V6 engine with 4-speed automatic transmission was also available. From 2001 until 2004, the Ford Escape was sold as the Ford Maverick in Europe. However, only two versions were made, the 2.0L Zetec engine with manual transmission and the 3.0 L Duratec with automatic transmission. Both engines used gasoline, which did not help the sales, thus, the production was stopped in late 2003. In 2005, the 127 hp Zetec 2.0 L 4-cylinder engine was replaced with the 153 hp 2.3 L Duratec 23 engine which matched to either a four speed automatic or 5 speed manual transmissions. However, the most powerful engine remained the 201hp Duratec 3.0 L V6, with new engine mounts. Ford also added and improved several features including the airbag and a new seatbelt safety systems, an intelligent all wheel drive system, and minor exterior changes. The 2005 ford Escape was the first model year an automatic transmission was made available on the base four-cylinders. By 2007, major external changes were made on the Escape. The front bumper, grille, headlights and hood, as well as the taillights and rear bumper were redesigned. Climate control is now automatic on all models except the base XLS. On one hand, the 201hp Duratec 3.0 L V6 engine was modified to decrease fuel consumption by 10%. The 153 hp 2.3 L Duratec 23 engine, on the other hand, improved mid-range torque and an electronic throttle. Moreover, both engines succeeded in meeting the Euro III emission regulations. Currently, the Ford escape still uses the CD2 platform. The 2008 year model an electronic stability control system and a redesigned grille with larger headlamps in the front, while the sides were revised with cleaner lines and rounder wheel arches. The interior of the new version is also completely revamped and includes the latest Ford family navigation system. All in all, Escape is the most successful fusion of the SUVs form and four wheel drive capability and the practicality and driving characteristics of a midsize car. Thus by far, this would be an ideal vehicle for urbanites that prefer versatility and practicality. . Headlights by State:
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