I had to drive a Ford Escape AWD Hybrid for work and didn't really care for it. But I have to say that I've been impressed with the Ford Expeditions that we own. The 2004 has over 200k miles and still going strong and our 2012 the only issue we had was do to a bad battery. But I'm also partial to the older model trucks/cars solid engines and carbs. None of this computer stuff to go wrong.I hate ford. I really will never get one again. (even if it seems like a bargain) I gave 800 for this damn escape, and it's down for a repair every month or two. This time the shifter is stuck, both linkage cables fell off and I couldnt reach the one under the steering column without a screwdriver..... (always carry a F'ng screwdriver!)