The New 2011 Ford Escape has arrived at Waxahachie Ford

March 14, 2011 - PRLog -- Under the hood, the base XLS Escape model is equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The engine produces 171 horsepower with either a five-speed manual transmission or an optional six-speed automatic. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard on higher trims like the XLT and the Limited. A 3.0-liter V6 engine with 240-horsepower is optional.

Standard on base XLS models are cloth-trimmed seats. Premium cloth made from 100 percent postindustrial materials are only available on the XLT trim.

Reviewers are highly impressed with the Escape’s SYNC infotainment system and the upgraded navigation with Sirius Travel Link.

Standard interior features of the base XLS come with manual air conditioning, an audio input jack, and a single-disc CD player.

The XLT trim offers more features including a leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel, a compass and outside temperature display, dual illuminated vanity mirror visors, MyKey, Sirius satellite radio, a six-way power driver’s seat, and front seatback map pockets. Leather upholstery and a premium sound system are optional.  

Features like Ford’s voice-activated navigation system, a standard SYNC system, and dual-zone control are available on higher trim like the Limited.

The 2011 Ford Escape is spacious inside and can seat up to five. The new Ford Escape provides 31.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and a total of 67.2 cubic feet with those seats folded down.

A floor console with removable interior bins and four cup holders are available on all models.

Standard safety features of the new Escape include dual-stage front air bags, front seat-mounted side-impact air bags, side curtain air bags for outboard seating positions in both rows, AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, and four-wheel anti-lock brakes.

A rearview camera and Active Park Assist are available only on the Limited. The system is helpful and uses ultrasonic sensors to measure available parking spaces and then parks the car into place.

To learn more about the new 2011 Ford Escape, visit Waxahachie Ford Dealership located at 2401 North I-35E, Waxahachie, TX 75167. The 2011 Ford Escape is in stock and available for purchase at our dealership.

Visit our website at http://www.dallastxford.com  or contact us at 888-388-5135 for more information.

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