 Gas mileage is VERY disappointing!  The car has been in over 10 times for various issues.  The shocks were replaced at 4,000 miles.  The car needed a full alignment at 4,500 miles.  I have another appointment tomorrow to investigate the terrible gas mileage, noises when turning, gas fume smells and the infamous 'clicking' noise in the rear has appeared again.  If you are looking for an Escape - go for it!  Just do NOT get the Hybrid!  I had a regular Escape when they first came out and was great.  Ford just doesn't have this down yet.