2005 Ford Escape Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2005 Ford Escape lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 5  Escape XLS Sport Utility 4D | 2 of 5  Escape XLT Sport Utility 4D | 3 of 5  Escape XLT Sport SUV 4D | 4 of 5  Escape Limited Sport Utility 4D | 5 of 5  Escape Hybrid Sport Utility 4D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $3,300 | $3,681 | $4,114 | $4,204 | $4,668 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 16/Hwy 20/Comb 18 MPG | City 16/Hwy 20/Comb 18 MPG | City 16/Hwy 20/Comb 18 MPG | City 28/Hwy 26/Comb 27 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Hybrid | ||
| Horsepower | 153 @ 5800 RPM | 200 @ 6000 RPM | 200 @ 6000 RPM | 200 @ 6000 RPM | 133 @ 6000 RPM | ||
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Cargo Volume | 66.30 cu ft | 66.30 cu ft | 66.30 cu ft | 66.30 cu ft | 65.50 cu ft | ||
| Dimensions | 174.9" L x 70.1" W x 69.7" H | 174.9" L x 70.1" W x 69.7" H | 174.9" L x 70.1" W x 69.7" H | 174.9" L x 70.1" W x 69.7" H | 174.9" L x 70.1" W x 70.4" H | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.3 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.3 Liter | ||
| Configurations | Inline | V | V | V | Inline | ||
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,000 lbs |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 152 @ 5800 RPM | 193 @ 6000 RPM | 193 @ 6000 RPM | 193 @ 6000 RPM | 124 @ 6000 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3408 pounds | 3482 pounds | 3482 pounds | 3482 pounds | 3782 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gallons | 16.5 gallons | 16.5 gallons | 16.5 gallons | 15 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 40.4 inches | 40.4 inches | 40.4 inches | 40.4 inches | 40.4 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.6 inches | 41.6 inches | 41.6 inches | 41.6 inches | 41.6 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 8 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 174.9 inches | 174.9 inches | 174.9 inches | 174.9 inches | 174.9 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1015 pounds | 1080 pounds | 1038 pounds | 1038 pounds | 938 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.3 inches | 56.3 inches | 56.3 inches | 56.3 inches | 56.3 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 35.4 feet | 36.7 feet | 36.7 feet | 36.7 feet | 37.7 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 103.1 inches | 103.1 inches | 103.1 inches | 103.1 inches | 103.1 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 70.1 inches | 70.1 inches | 70.1 inches | 70.1 inches | 70.1 inches |
FAQs
Is the Ford Escape a 4 or 6 cylinder?
Depends on the trim level. The 2005 Ford Escape XLS Sport Utility 4D boasts a 4 cylinder engine, XLT Sport Utility 4D has a 6 cylinder engine, XLT Sport SUV 4D is equipped with a 6 cylinder engine, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Escape specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Ford Escape specs page.
Does the 2005 Ford Escape have a turbo?
No, the 2005 Escape does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Escape specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Ford Escape specs page.
What features does a 2005 Escape have?
2005 Ford Escape features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2005 Escape trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Ford Escape specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2005 Escape have?
The 2005 Escape ranges in power from the Hybrid Sport Utility 4D with 133 horsepower to the Limited Sport Utility 4D with 200 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Escape specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Ford Escape specs page.
Is the Ford Escape underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2005 Escape ranges in power from the Hybrid Sport Utility 4D with 133 horsepower to the Limited Sport Utility 4D with 200 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Escape specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Ford Escape specs page.
Is the Ford Escape fuel efficient?
The 2005 Escape comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the XLT Sport Utility 4D which gets 18 MPG, with 16 MPG in the city and 20 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2005 Escape specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Ford Escape specs page.