2009 Ford Escape Hybrid Limited FWD
The Ford Escape Hybrid Limited FWD last had a manufacturer update on 01/09/2009. Ford's small crossover Escape enters 2009 again available in several trims: XLS, XLT, XLT V6, Limited, and Hybrid. All trims are available in either front-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations. The base engine gets upgraded to a 2.5L I-4, while the 3.0L V6 engine returns, boasting 200 horsepower and 193 lb-ft of torque. The Hybrid features a "full" hybrid 2.5L I-4 engine, which can run fully on electricity up to 25 mph for fuel efficient city driving. Available features on the Escape include a voice activation SYNC system, Sirius satellite radio, full leather seating, a Navigation system, and a power glass moonroof. The Ford Escape Hybrid Limited FWD saw minor changes in 2008, and is expected to be redesigned in 2012.
Standard Features
Anti-Theft & Locks
o Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
o Selective Locking/Unlocking
o Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and SecuriLock(R) Engine Immobilizer
o Power Liftgate Lock/Unlock
o Power Door Locks Operated Via Internal Switch, Remote and SecuriCode(TM) Key Pad
Braking & Traction
o 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
o Electronic Brake Assistance
o Front Power 303-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 254-mm Drum Brakes
o Regenerative Braking System
o AdvanceTrac(R) With (RSC(R)) Roll Stability Control(TM) Vehicle Stability Control System
o AdvanceTrac(R) Traction Control
Electrical
o Audio Pre-Wiring
o Battery Saver
o 330-Volt Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery
o Delayed Power Retention Operates Windows
o Front Power Outlet With 110-Volt Inverter
o Rear Seat Power Outlet
o Battery
Engines & Emissions
o EasyFuel(TM) Capless Fuel Filler
o SULEV Emissions, Advanced Technology PZEV
o Hybrid 2.5-Liter Atkinson Cycle, I4, 16-Valve, DOHC, SEFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 153@6000, Torque Of 136@4500, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Head; Permanent Magnet Electric Motor With Horsepower Of 94@5000 (Hybrid System Net Horsepower Of 177)
o 90,000-Mile Extended Service Interval For Tune-Up
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
o Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
o Radio Antenna
o Radio Data System
o AM/FM Radio With 4 Speakers Total; CD Player; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; Sirius(R) Satellite Radio (Includes 6-Month Subscription)
o SYNC(R) Telematics Includes Automatic Collision Notification, 911 Assist(TM) Emergency Response, Vehicle Diagnostics and Vehicle Service Reminders (Requires Paired Wireless Enabled Phone)
o SYNC(R) Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
Exterior Lighting
o Automatic Headlights With Automatic Off and Time Delay
o Perimeter Lighting Located On Headlights Activated Via Time Delay
o Front Foglights
o Halogen Headlights
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
o Chrome Liftgate Garnish
o Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
o Metallic Paint (If Selected)
o Front Air Dam
o Chrome Grille
o Body Color Exterior Door Handles
o Rear Step Up Bumper
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
o Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
o Rear Heating Ducts
o Automatic Climate Control
Instrumentation
o Cruise Control
o Tachometer
o Digital Clock
o Audible Warnings Include Belt-Minder(R) Seatbelts Unfastened
o Tire Pressure Monitor
o Maintenance Interval Indicator
o Warning Lights Include Brake System, Oil Pressure, Electrical System, Low Fuel and Door Ajar
o Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Cruise Control and Wireless Enabled Devices
o Compass
o Exterior Temperature Gauge
o SYNC(R) Voice Activated Controls For Phone, Audio and Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices
Interior Lighting
o Ambient Lighting
o Delayed Courtesy Lights
o Interior Load Area Light
o Illuminated Entry
o Map Lights
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
o Ebony Black Interior Trim
o Front Carpeted Floor Mats
o Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area
o Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
o Leather Steering Wheel
o Chrome Located On Doors and Shift Knob
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
o Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock and Illuminated Entry
o Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob and SecuriCode(TM) Door Keypad
o Panic Alarm
o Remote Tailgate Release Located Inside Vehicle
Safety
o Front Passenger and Rear Automatic Locking Retractors
o Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
o Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
o Side Guard Door Beams
o Crash Sensor
o Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Device
o L A T C H
o Crumple Zones
o Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
o Personal Safety System(TM) Includes Pretensioners With Load Limiters, Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment, Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment, Front Passenger Seat Position Sensor and Crash Sensor
o Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
o Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
o Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
o Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
o Rear Electronic Parking Aid
o SYNC(R) Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal (Requires Paired Wireless Enabled Phone)
o Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
o Safety Canopy(R) Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
o Roll Stability Control(TM) (RSC(R)) Rollover Sensor
Seats
o Theater Style Rear Seating
o Driver Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total
o Leather Seats
o Front Dual Reclining Heated Bucket Seats With Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
o Rear 60/40 Split Folding Removable Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests
Steering
o Electric Power Steering (EPS) Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
o Tilt Steering Column
Storage
o Glovebox
o Chrome Exterior Rails
o Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
o Retractable Cargo Area Cover
o Front and Rear Door Mounted Storage
o Coin Holder
o Mini Overhead Console Storage
o Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
o 2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top
o Front Power Glass Moonroof
Suspension
o Front Stabilizer Bar
o Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
o Rear Stabilizer Bar
o Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
Towing/Trailering & Payload
o 4680-Lb. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
Transmission
o Continuously Variable Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Floor Mounted Shifter
Wheels & Tires
o Bright Machined Alloy Wheels, 16-In.
o SBRP235/70R16 BSW, All-Season Tires
o Compact Spare Tire
o Underbody Tire Carrier
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
o Rear Window Intermittent Wiper/Washer
o Flip-Up Liftgate Window
o Front Dual Sunvisors
o Sunshade Located On Moonroof
o Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
o Tinted Glass
o Dual Body Color Folding Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Rearview Mirrors
o Rear Privacy Glass
o Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
o Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
o Rear Window Defroster
o Power Windows With Driver One-Touch Down
o Power Window Lockout/Override
