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Ford Escape vs. Jeep Patriot Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Ford Escape and Jeep Patriot features right here.

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Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Jeep Patriot

  

Model Year 2009 2009 2009 2009 2009 2009 2009
Model Escape Escape Escape Escape Escape Patriot Patriot
Trim XLS XLT Limited Hybrid Hybrid Limited Sport Limited
Engines  
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
175 hp@6000
175 lb-ft@4500		 2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>175 hp@6000 <br>175 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature. 2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>175 hp@6000 <br>175 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature. 2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>175 hp@6000 <br>175 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature.        
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6550
223 lb-ft@4300		   3.0L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>240 hp@6550 <br>223 lb-ft@4300 is an optional feature. 3.0L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>240 hp@6550 <br>223 lb-ft@4300 is an optional feature.        
2.5L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
163 hp@6250
152 lb-ft@4500		       2.5L I4 Hybrid<br>DOHC-4v<br>163 hp@6250 <br>152 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature. 2.5L I4 Hybrid<br>DOHC-4v<br>163 hp@6250 <br>152 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature.    
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@6000
165 lb-ft@4400		           2.4L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>172 hp@6000 <br>165 lb-ft@4400 is a standard feature. 2.4L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>172 hp@6000 <br>165 lb-ft@4400 is a standard feature.
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6400
141 lb-ft@5000		           2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>158 hp@6400 <br>141 lb-ft@5000 is an optional feature.  
Transmissions  
5-speed manual 5-speed manual is a standard feature.         5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature.
6-speed automatic 6-speed automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed automatic is a standard feature.        
CVT       CVT is a standard feature. CVT is a standard feature. CVT is an optional feature. CVT is an optional feature.
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT           6-speed manually-shiftable CVT is an optional feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT is an optional feature.
Drivetrains  
FWD FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.
AWD AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature.
AWD w/low range           AWD w/low range is an optional feature. AWD w/low range is an optional feature.
Tires  
235/70R16 tires 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature.    
225/65R17 tires   225/65R17 tires is an optional feature. 225/65R17 tires is an optional feature.        
205/70R16 tires           205/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 205/70R16 tires is a standard feature.
215/65R17 tires           215/65R17 tires is an optional feature. 215/65R17 tires is an optional feature.
215/60R17 tires             215/60R17 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature.    
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)   Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.    
Unbranded, 4 speakers           Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature.
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)           Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
AC power outletPowers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.         AC power outlet is a standard feature. AC power outlet is a standard feature. AC power outlet is an optional feature. AC power outlet is a standard feature.
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Ashtray and lighter (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.             Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Cruise control Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is an optional feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.
Keyless entry keypadUnlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.     Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature.   Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature.    
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is an optional feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is an optional feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is an optional feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is an optional feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.   Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature.    
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Tilt steering wheel, manual Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Universal garage door openerHomelink.             Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.             4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
911 assistAutomatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.   911 assist is an optional feature. 911 assist is an optional feature. 911 assist is a standard feature. 911 assist is a standard feature. 911 assist is a standard feature.    
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.             Alarm is an optional feature. Alarm is an optional feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Daytime running lights (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.               Daytime running lights (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Front side airbagsTorso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.             Front side airbags is an optional feature. Front side airbags is an optional feature.
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Full-size spare tire   Full-size spare tire is an optional feature. Full-size spare tire is an optional feature.     Full-size spare tire is an optional feature. Full-size spare tire is an optional feature.
Hill descent controlSelectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.             Hill descent control is an optional feature. Hill descent control is an optional feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.             Hill start assist is an optional feature. Hill start assist is an optional feature.
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.       Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature.   Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature.    
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.   Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.     Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.    
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Vehicle health reportsPeriodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.   Vehicle health reports is an optional feature. Vehicle health reports is an optional feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature.    
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.
Cargo Management  
Cargo cover Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature.   Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature.
Cargo mat           Cargo mat is a standard feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature.
Cargo net Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature.        
Cargo tray Cargo tray is an optional feature. Cargo tray is an optional feature. Cargo tray is an optional feature.        
Class II trailer hitchHitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.     Class II trailer hitch is an optional feature. Class II trailer hitch is an optional feature.        
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Liftglass or two-piece tailgateDo not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.   Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature.    
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.     Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature.    
Usually part of an overhead console.
Purse holder     Purse holder is an optional feature.        
Roof rack crossbarsRequires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.   Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature. Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature. Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature. Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature.   Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature. Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature.
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.
Roof railsNo crossbars.   Roof rails is an optional feature. Roof rails is a standard feature. Roof rails is a standard feature. Roof rails is a standard feature.   Roof rails is a standard feature. Roof rails is a standard feature.
No crossbars.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.   Storage beneath cargo floor is an optional feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is an optional feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is an optional feature.     Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Trailering equipment (4 wire)Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.     Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature.     Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature.
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.       Automatic climate control, front is an optional feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.    
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.       Dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.    
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.             Interior air filter is an optional feature. Interior air filter is an optional feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.             Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear wiper Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain  
Lockable center differentialThe center differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. Engaging low range (where available) usually locks the center differential automatically.             Lockable center differential is an optional feature. Lockable center differential is an optional feature.
The center differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. Engaging low range (where available) usually locks the center differential automatically.
Engine / Motor  
Engine-block heaterPlugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.   Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature.
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Oil coolerOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Oil cooler is an optional feature. Oil cooler is an optional feature.     Oil cooler is an optional feature. Oil cooler is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Exterior  
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.               Bodyside moldings is a standard feature.
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Deep-tinted rear windows   Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is an optional feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.
Paint, special blue           Paint, special blue is an optional feature. Paint, special blue is an optional feature.
Paint, special red           Paint, special red is an optional feature. Paint, special red is an optional feature.
Rear bumper protector Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature.
Running boards   Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature.    
Skid platesPrevent underbody damage when off-roading.             Skid plates is an optional feature. Skid plates is an optional feature.
Prevent underbody damage when off-roading.
Sunroof   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.
Tow hook(s), frontUsed to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud.             Tow hook(s), front is an optional feature. Tow hook(s), front is an optional feature.
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud.
Tow hook(s), rearUsed to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud.             Tow hook(s), rear is an optional feature. Tow hook(s), rear is an optional feature.
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud.
Gas Guzzler Tax  
-2200       -2200 is an optional feature. -2200 is an optional feature.    
-3000       -3000 is a standard feature. -3000 is a standard feature.    
Infotainment  
Articulating liftgate speakersSpeakers swing down from raised liftgate, for use with vehicle parked.             Articulating liftgate speakers is an optional feature. Articulating liftgate speakers is an optional feature.
Speakers swing down from raised liftgate, for use with vehicle parked.
Audio controls on steering wheel   Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is an optional feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.   Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.     CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.
Includes CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.          
DVD-Audio-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.             DVD-Audio-compatible player is an optional feature.  
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.
DVD-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.               DVD-compatible player is an optional feature.
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.
Media driveBuilt-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.               Media drive is an optional feature.
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.     Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.   Navigation system is an optional feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.     Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Satellite radio - one year subscriptionXM or Sirius with one-year subscription.               Satellite radio - one year subscription is a standard feature.
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.   SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.    
Converts text messages to speech.
SYNC SYNC is an optional feature. SYNC is an optional feature. SYNC is a standard feature. SYNC is a standard feature. SYNC is a standard feature.    
Traffic informationInformation about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.               Traffic information is an optional feature.
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.   USB port is an optional feature. USB port is an optional feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature.   USB port is an optional feature.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for audio systemSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for audio system is an optional feature. Voice control for audio system is an optional feature. Voice control for audio system is a standard feature.        
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Voice control for external devicesPhone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.   Voice control for external devices is an optional feature. Voice control for external devices is an optional feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature.    
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.     Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Voice recorder             Voice recorder is an optional feature.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.     Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.    
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.     Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.     Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is an optional feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.       Heated mirrors is an optional feature.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature.    
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.     Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.    
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.     Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.    
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.     Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.   Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.    
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.         Large energy flow and fuel economy display is an optional feature. Large energy flow and fuel economy display is an optional feature.    
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
Manual remote mirrors              
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is an optional feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Outside temperature display   Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.   Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.    
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is an optional feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.     Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is an optional feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Visor mirror, driver Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.         Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Visor mirror, passenger Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.         Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
All-weather floor matsAll-weather floormats.   All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature.     All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is a standard feature.
All-weather floormats.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Cloth upholstery (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.             Cloth upholstery (optional) is an optional feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Floor mats Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.    
Folding passenger seatFor carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface.             Folding passenger seat is an optional feature. Folding passenger seat is a standard feature.
For carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats     Heated front seats is an optional feature.   Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.     Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual height adjuster, driver seat           Manual height adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.               Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual recliner, second row seats           Manual recliner, second row seats is an optional feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat   Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Power height adjuster, driver seat   Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.     Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Stain-resistant fabricFabric that resists stains, and in many cases odors as well.             Stain-resistant fabric is an optional feature.  
Fabric that resists stains, and in many cases odors as well.
Synthetic leather seating surfacesA.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.             Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.  
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
All-terrain tiresOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.             All-terrain tires is an optional feature. All-terrain tires is an optional feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Alloy wheels Alloy wheels is a standard feature.     Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is an optional feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Chrome-clad alloy wheelsAlloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.     Chrome-clad alloy wheels is an optional feature. Chrome-clad alloy wheels is an optional feature.        
Alloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Machined alloy wheelsOuter surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.                
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
Wheel locksLug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.     Wheel locks is an optional feature. Wheel locks is an optional feature.        
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.
White-letter tiresThe letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black.     White-letter tires is an optional feature.       White-letter tires is an optional feature. White-letter tires is an optional feature.
The letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black.

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Option Package Contents

Convenience Package

Features
Roof rack crossbars
Cargo cover
Storage beneath cargo floor
Storage beneath cargo floor

Convenience Package

Features
Roof rack crossbars
Cargo cover
Storage beneath cargo floor
Storage beneath cargo floor

Towing Package

Features
Sunroof

Convenience Package

Features
Roof rack crossbars
Cargo cover
Storage beneath cargo floor
Storage beneath cargo floor

SYNC 3 with SYNC Connect

Features
Sunroof
Purse holder

Sun and Sound Group

Features
Sunroof
Satellite radio
Articulating liftgate speakers
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)
Articulating liftgate speakers
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)

Security and Cargo Convenience Group

Features
Cargo cover
Compass
Alarm
Heated front seats
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Trip computer
Roof rack crossbars

Off-Road Group

Features
Oil cooler
Tow hook(s), front
Tow hook(s), rear
Skid plates
Full-size spare tire
White-letter tires
All-terrain tires
Hill start assist
Hill descent control
Interior air filter
Trailering equipment (4 wire)
215/65R17 tires
Interior air filter
Trailering equipment (4 wire)

Power Value Group

Features
Stain-resistant fabric

Off-Road Group

Features
Oil cooler
Tow hook(s), front
Tow hook(s), rear
Skid plates
Full-size spare tire
White-letter tires
All-terrain tires
Hill start assist
Hill descent control
Interior air filter
Trailering equipment (4 wire)
215/65R17 tires
Interior air filter
Trailering equipment (4 wire)

Sun and Sound Group

Features
Sunroof
Satellite radio
Articulating liftgate speakers
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)
Articulating liftgate speakers
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)

Security and Cargo Convenience Group

Features
Daytime running lights (optional)
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Roof rack crossbars
Cargo cover
Bluetooth cell phone link
Alarm

Media Center 430

Features
DVD-compatible player
Media drive
USB port

Media Center 430N

Features
Voice recorder
Navigation system
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic information
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD		 Feature packed even at the medium XLT trim level see full Ford Escape review
2009 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD		 Has many of same features as more expensive cars but I wanted backup warning which moved my decision to the Limited model see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 Like the nav system, sat radio, running boards see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Everything I was looking for, heated seats, moon roof, satellite radio and more see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 towing package added see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 the convenience package with auto lights and message center. see full Ford Escape review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009 Jeep Patriot

2009 Jeep Patriot Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 automatic 4WD see full Jeep Patriot review
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 most features that require a lot of upgrades in other vehicles (read: that require a lot of money to get them) - they come standard with patriot. like ESP, roll mitigation, and all other possible electronic bells and whistles. see full Jeep Patriot review
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 I upgraded to the sport-e package with power locks and doors and the most awesome thing ever...a 115v outlet in the center console. The stain resistant seats made of YES material are wonderful- they will look like new for years I think. see full Jeep Patriot review
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
CVT AWD w/low range		 excellent sound system - Aux input, satellite, and DVD-ROM capability; stain-free cloth interior; towing capability see full Jeep Patriot review
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 LOTS of features available with a manual transmission! Only model to offer it. see full Jeep Patriot review
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 I got a lot more amenities for the dollar than the other options I was looking at. P/L, P/W, Touchscreen stereo, high end cloth seats, vehicle info center, and more. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
CVT AWD w/low range		 4X4 and Trail Rated. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Standard features are on par with the competition. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 All the right safty features see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 4WD, and the 5 speed are a good combo. I heard some negatives about the CVT. see full Jeep Patriot review