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Ford Escape vs. Honda CR-V Reliability Comparisons

Ford Escape Reliability vs. Honda CR-V Reliability: - photograph by Michael Karesh
Ford Escape Reliability vs. Honda CR-V Reliability:

You won't find Ford Escape or Honda CR-V reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Ford Escape and the Honda CR-V truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Ford Escape and Honda CR-V reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Ford Escape and the Honda CR-V were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Ford Escape and the Honda CR-V have been recently.

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Ford Escape Reliability through December 31, 2012

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.

Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.

New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.

 

Year Make/Model Repair Frequencysuccessful repair trips per 100 cars per year Compared to all models for the same year  
2013 Ford Escape 30 Escapes, 3.8 months of data per Escape, average 3600 miles

Nearly all reported repairs for misaligned doors or door handles that can stick open in cold weather.74
100% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2012 Honda CR-V 60 CR-Vs, 7.9 months of data per CR-V, average 6600 miles0
0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2012 Ford Escape 27 Escapes, 8.4 months of data per Escape, average 9000 miles32
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2011 Honda CR-V 54 CR-Vs, 10.2 months of data per CR-V, average 16200 miles7
0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2011 Ford Escape 36 Escapes, 9.8 months of data per Escape, average 17300 miles24
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Honda CR-V 55 CR-Vs, 9.5 months of data per CR-V, average 26900 miles11
0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Ford Escape 46 Escapes, 9.2 months of data per Escape, average 32600 miles48
50% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2009 Honda CR-V 28 CR-Vs, 9.3 months of data per CR-V, average 37700 miles23
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2009 Ford Escape 54 Escapes, 10.4 months of data per Escape, average 43900 miles

60
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2008 Honda CR-V 52 CR-Vs, 10.1 months of data per CR-V, average 47500 miles11
0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2008 Ford Escape 57 Escapes, 9.5 months of data per Escape, average 56100 miles

Redesigned for this model year.29
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 Honda CR-V 64 CR-Vs, 9.5 months of data per CR-V, average 64000 miles28
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 Ford Escape 25 Escapes, 9.4 months of data per Escape, average 95500 miles66
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2006 Honda CR-V 32 CR-Vs, 8.9 months of data per CR-V, average 77500 miles

17
0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2006 Ford Escape 37 Escapes, 10.5 months of data per Escape, average 78900 miles71
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2005 Honda CR-V 29 CR-Vs, 9.5 months of data per CR-V, average 89200 miles52
30% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2005 Ford Escape 45 Escapes, 8.2 months of data per Escape, average 93500 miles

68
50% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2004 Ford Escape   14 Escapes, 8.4 months of data per Escape, average 106600 miles

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2004 Honda CR-V 25 CR-Vs, 10.2 months of data per CR-V, average 95400 miles61
30% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2003 Honda CR-V   18 CR-Vs, 7.8 months of data per CR-V, average 115300 miles

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2003 Ford Escape 26 Escapes, 9.5 months of data per Escape, average 132900 miles

73
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2002 Ford Escape   20 Escapes, 7.8 months of data per Escape, average 101400 miles

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2002 Honda CR-V 32 CR-Vs, 11.2 months of data per CR-V, average 115400 miles

First model year for second-generation CR-V.61
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2001 Honda CR-V   17 CR-Vs, 9.3 months of data per CR-V, average 127900 miles

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2001 Ford Escape   14 Escapes, 9.1 months of data per Escape, average 120900 miles

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2000 Honda CR-V   16 CR-Vs, 7.1 months of data per CR-V, average 138300 miles

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1999 Honda CR-V   10 CR-Vs, 6.2 months of data per CR-V, average 146200 miles

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1998 Honda CR-V   12 CR-Vs, 8.8 months of data per CR-V, average 159000 miles

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What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Ford Escape

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What Our Members Are Saying about Ford Escape Reliability and Durability

Reliability and Durability of the Ford Escape: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 Excellent vehicle as I owned a previous 2009 Ford Escape XLT but decided to get hybrid. Very reliable!
2009 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD		 family member has one and has not had any problems, plus consumer reports on this vehicle
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 have had no problems at all after owning for 1yr, 3mos
2007 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 It has not broken down once since I bought it - most owners like the reliability/durability
2006 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Looking for a small SUV to replace my 1990 Toyota PU. Do not buy cars often. Consumer report rated Ford Escape high on reliability. Rented this vehicle and drove from Reno to Lake Tahoe. Enjoyed the ride. Bought used only 2 yrs old, 17k, 1/2 off MSRP.
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 The 2.3L 4CYL engine is agreat little engine, and when teamed with the manual 5spd, provides a good level of fun and performance. As expected I have not returned to the dealer for anything since new.32000 miles.
2005 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 I put over 90000 miles on my Escape with ZERO issues. ZERO.
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Fords track record overall.
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Almost 70,000 miles without spending a dime on repairs.
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 it ranked right up there with comparable imports, and was cheaper than them.
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Purchased this vehicle new 4 years and 79,350 miles ago. Knock wood, it has never been to the shop for any repair.
2002 4dr SUV 201-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 It has cost very little to keep on the road.
Reliability and Durability of the Ford Escape: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD		 A bit jerking into gear on first gear already as new. Not sure how long the transmission can last. Ford Explorer was one of the MOST complainted cars in history. Not sure how well the Escape will stand up.
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 reliability so not that great after 3 years it developeped some leaks, squeaks etc.
2006 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Seems to go to the shop for little things frequently.
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 The 2005 Ford Escape has been anything but reliable. Every couple 3 months this pile has fed me some more problems that hurt the wallet and leave me scrounging for a credit card to get buy until the next disaster. Do Not Buy This 2005 Curse!

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