"The suspension produces a decent ride quality, but the extra 300 pounds of hybrid hardware makes the vehicle less nimble than the regular Escape.However, the Escape Hybrid does weigh about 300 pounds more than the gas-only model, which some reviewers say negatively impacts handling and braking distances. Reviewers say that the Ford Escape Hybrid handles pleasantly. Since hybrids make the most sense in low-speed city traffic, that's the speed range that really matters." - Automobile Magazine "Total system horsepower is 177, but in an impromptu drag race between a Hybrid and a V-6 Escape, the Hybrid took the V-6 off the line - and held a slight lead until about 40 mph.Passing response is not strong, especially above 60 mph." - Consumer Guide The CVT does its best to keep the engine in the strongest part of its power band. "The Hybrid provides decent go, but it's not what you would call quick.However, that may not matter to you because the Tucson starts at a whopping $11,000 less than the Escape Hybrid. With a 23/31 mpg city/highway rating, it matches the Escape Hybrid on the highway but still can’t touch it in the city. However, their 22 mpg city ratings don’t even come close to the Escape Hybrid's.Īnother fuel-efficient option that will save you even more money is the Hyundai Tucson. Plus, they’ll save you about $5,000 and $7,000, respectively, as compared to the Escape’s starting price. Note that the more affordable GMC Terrain and its Chevrolet Equinox platform-mate actually beat the Escape Hybrid's rating in highway driving with their 32 mpg ratings. A few reviewers say that the engine sounds a little course at high speeds.Īccording to the EPA, all-wheel drive models achieve 30/27 mpg city/highway, while front-wheel drive models achieve 34/31 mpg city/highway - the best combined fuel economy of any SUV on the market.
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Its 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder engine transitions smoothly between electric and gasoline power - a big plus for a hybrid vehicle. With a 153-horsepower gasoline engine and 94-horsepower electric motor, the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid pumps out more-than-adequate acceleration. "Capable of seating five adults comfortably, the formerly herky-jerky motion of these SUV hybrids has been handled by a new electronically controlled continuously variable transmission which - in addition to doing its job - strives to give the car an artificial feel of driving a normal vehicle in order to alleviate consumer complaints.".The only tip-off that there isn't a six-cylinder engine under the hood is the labored sounds you hear during hard acceleration." - Edmunds "While some hybrid models have developed a reputation for sluggish performance, the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid actually doesn't feel that different from its V6-powered cousins.
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