2005 Ford Escape XLS

Local Trade, 2.3L Engine, 4x4, CD Radio, Keyless Entry! With gas prices high and drivers downsizing, it pays to check out the Escape! Like most unibody SUVs, it's still firm, but it isn't bouncy like the truck-based, body-on-frame type used to be. The Escape's liftgate is also a design plus. The rear window lifts independently, which is helpful when you want to throw something in quickly or access the cargo area when there's not enough clearance to open the whole liftgate.