I drove a Ford Escape before the mustang and I was quite impressed.
It was a 2001 XLT every option but leather and 4WD and I wish we had kept it.
However, the interior pieces were plastic,but tastefully done, as it is an SUV.
I'm sure you could find a newer Limited edition that has all the leather and whatnot.
Even though it was 2wd it moved right well in the snow and was somewhat fun to drive for a V6.