2001-2004 Ford Escape: Year-to-Year Changes
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about the year-to-year changes of the 2001-2004 Ford Escape. Get full details of the styling and performance changes throughout the history of the 2001-2004 Ford Escape.
Year to Year Changes
2002 Ford Escape:
Model designations were modified for 2002. Base XLS and uplevel XLT versions gained Value, Sport, Choice, and Premium sub-series. This year, XLS editions had a CD/cassette player, while XLTs got a 6-disc CD changer. A shortened automatic-transmission lever was installed later in the model year, to permit easier access to certain controls. A Ford "No Boundaries" roof rack, which could slide back and down to ease loading, also became available.
2003 Ford Escape:
A more luxurious Escape Limited joined the 2003 lineup, and instrument panels adopted a new satin-silver finish. Standard equipment on the new Limited included leather upholstery, rear-obstacle detection, and heated front seats and mirrors. Ford's "No Boundaries" roof rack was exclusive to the Escape XLT Sport. This year's lineup included Value, Sport, Popular, Premium, and Limited editions.
2004 Ford Escape:
Ford's smallest SUV got only minor equipment changes in anticipation of a redesign for '05.
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