2008 Ford Escape XLT

Stock#: 251399B

The 2008 Ford Escape XLT represents the first model year of the second-generation Escape, which brought a significant redesign with a more robust, truck-inspired exterior and a completely new, more refined interior.

The Escape is a compact SUV known for its practical size, five-passenger seating, and a good balance of car-like maneuverability and SUV utility.2 The XLT trim is a mid-level package that offered an upgraded feature set over the base XLS.

The V6 4x4 configuration, specifically the 3.0L V6, positions this model as the more powerful option, capable of greater performance and towing capacity, making it well-suited for varied Canadian driving conditions, including winter roads and light off-roading. Its construction is a unibody design for a car-like ride, but its available Intelligent 4WD system provides added traction and confidence.

🛠️ Key Technical Features

Chassis and Dimensions

• Suspension: Four-wheel independent suspension.

• Steering: Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, providing easy maneuverability at low speeds.

• Brakes: Power front disc and rear drum brakes with a standard Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).

• Wheels: Typically equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels in the XLT trim.

Safety and Capability Systems

• AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control): This electronic stability enhancement system is standard, featuring a unique vehicle-roll motion sensor to help prevent rollovers by applying individual brakes and modifying engine power.

• Personal Safety System: Includes dual-stage front airbags, a driver-seat position sensor, and a Front-Passenger Sensing System.

• Safety Canopy™ System: Side-curtain airbags for front and rear occupants.

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): Alerts the driver if tire pressure is low.

Utility and Interior Capacity

• Seating Capacity: 5 passengers.

• Cargo Volume (Behind Rear Seats): Approximately 827 L (29.2 cu. ft.).

• Max Cargo Volume (Rear Seats Folded): Approximately 1,877 L (66.3 cu. ft.).

• Rear Seats: Standard 60/40 split-folding rear seats.

Stock#: 251399B

The 2008 Ford Escape XLT represents the first model year of the second-generation Escape, which brought a significant redesign with a more robust, truck-inspired exterior and a completely new, more refined interior.

The Escape is a compact SUV known for