 Traded in our 2002 Escalade for the 2006 Escape;  the best decision (car- wise) we've ever made.  VERY fun to drive and outstanding gas mileage.  We were concerned about cargo space, given the fact that our previous vehicle was so large, but we have had no problems.  Cute little SUV--I would recommend it to anyone.  The first time we filled up with gas, it cost us $30, and we got more mileage with one tank than we EVER got for our previous car (which held 11 gallons more!).  We love the fact that we're saving on gas as well as doing our part to live a little greener.