The Ford Escape has a sterling reputation around Detroit, Dearborn, and Taylor MI for its versatility and reliability. If those traits are high on your priority list and you also want to maximize fuel economy, the Ford Escape Hybrid is a splendid choice.
The hybrid and the plug-in hybrid motors are offered on multiple trim levels. You can test out these trims at Feldman Ford of Detroit by contacting our team. To get started, though, consider this Ford Escape Hybrid review that provides a complete rundown of this crossover’s fuel-efficient powertrain options!
EPA-ESTIMATED MPG
MPGe
TOTAL SYSTEM HORSEPOWER
TOWING CAPACITY
Both the hybrid and the plug-in hybrid versions of the Ford Escape offer stellar fuel economy, yet there are differences between the two powerplants. The hybrid engine is a 2.5L 4-cylinder that utilizes an electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT) to create the feeling of gear shifts.
You can enjoy the Ford Escape hybrid in either a front-wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration. So, how does the engine balance power output and efficiency? Take a look:
- 192 total system horsepower
- EPA-estimated 42 city/36 highway MPG
- Fuel tank capacity of 14.3 gallons
The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid also utilizes a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine setup, yet the added plug-in capability means you’ll have access to short stretches of all-electric power. The same eCVT is in place to handle the gear shifts, yet front-wheel drive is the only powertrain option.
Thanks to the addition of the electric battery, the Plug-in Hybrid version of the Ford Escape delivers more power and a similarly impressive fuel economy:
- 210 total system horsepower
- 101 combined MPGe
- Fuel tank capacity of 11.1 gallons
What is MPGe, you might wonder? It stands for miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent. When models such as the Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid utilize a measure of all-electric power, MPGe estimates how that fuel economy would translate to a gas-only vehicle. So, when your Ford Escape runs solely on electricity, it will be returning the gas-powered equivalent of 101 MPG.
If you still require your Ford Escape to handle practical, day-to-day responsibilities, you can trust either the hybrid or the plug-hybrid motor to do the job.
While the top priority of these engines is to create an efficient experience, they also have enough get-up-and-go for real-world usage.
The maximum towing capacity for both the hybrid and the plug-in hybrid powertrains is 1,500 pounds when properly equipped. So, if you have a small trailer, a jet ski, or a light boat you like to take along on weekend getaways, you can trust the Ford Escape to help you do so!
Ford has found the perfect formula for creating a crossover that can be ultra-efficient and also practical enough for daily usage around Detroit, Dearborn, and Taylor MI. With either the Ford Escape Hybrid or the Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid, you’ll be able to enjoy a well-rounded performance. Let our Feldman Ford of Detroit team know which one you’d prefer to test drive!
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