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Ford Escape and Chevrolet Malibu Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
40 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 15500 miles driven2017 Ford Escape
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  40 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 15500 miles driven
26 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 31100 miles driven2016 Ford Escape Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  26 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 31100 miles driven
32 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 39500 miles driven2015 Ford Escape Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  32 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 39500 miles driven
41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 48800 miles driven2014 Ford Escape
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  41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 48800 miles driven
36 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 70200 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.2013		 Ford Escape
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  36 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 70200 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.
29 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 102600 miles driven

This model year has been much worse than the 2009 and 2011 for over a year. Unclear why.2010		 Ford Escape Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  29 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 102600 miles driven

This model year has been much worse than the 2009 and 2011 for over a year. Unclear why.
25 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 107100 miles driven2009 Ford Escape Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  25 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 107100 miles driven
33 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 111800 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.2008		 Ford Escape Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  33 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 111800 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.

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Ford Escape vs. Chevrolet Malibu Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Ford Escape and Chevrolet Malibu reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Ford Escapes and Chevrolet Malibus with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Ford Escapes and Chevrolet Malibus that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Ford Escape and Chevrolet Malibu lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Ford Escape and Chevrolet Malibu have been recently.

To see how frequently Ford Escape and Chevrolet Malibu problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Ford Escape

Ford Escape Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 There are alot of Escapes on the road.Past and present see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Ford has long held a reputation for providing a great product at a low price with unmatched reliability. The Ford Escape projects an image of smart practicality and good economy, coupled with versatile utility. see full Ford Escape review
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Very satisfied with Ford Trucks since 1980. see full Ford Escape review
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Fords reputation and durability record, and brand image are important to me. see full Ford Escape review
Ford Escape Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD		 Same as above. see full Ford Escape review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Chevrolet Malibu

Chevrolet Malibu Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 A best buy for several years, several consumer mags see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 It has gotten good reviews. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 The Malibu received several car of the year awards for this model year and that influenced our decision. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Sedan 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I have been a Chevy lover all my life. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
Chevrolet Malibu Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Chevy does not have a strong identity in the market due to many duds over the years. Hopefully that will change. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 On 18% of Chevy owners have a degree; no snob appeal at all but it is a very economical car to drive and looks great! see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 This is a issue which GM seems to be working on. But the negative aspect is very present in conversations. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 The overall reputation of the parent brand is poor, affecting resale value. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Unfortunately, this car is a GM! GM has not been known to make good cars. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2004 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 GM known for certain reliability issues on the Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review