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Ford Escape Hybrid
2023 Ford Escape Hybrid
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$35,040
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2023 Volkswagen Taos
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$24,155
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Hybrid
Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Hybrid
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
192 hp @ 6250 rpm
158 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
155 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
184 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,686 lbs
3,181 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
1,500 lbs
N/A

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
N/A
31 MPG
City
N/A
28 MPG
Highway
N/A
36 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
5.7 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.3 gallons
13.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
N/A
369.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
N/A
475.2 miles

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size
1.1 kWh
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
181.2 in
175.8 in
Height
66.1 in
64.4 in
Max Width
74.1 in
72.5 in
Front Width
62.4 in
61.9 in
Rear Width
61.8 in
60.5 in
Wheelbase
106.7 in
105.9 in
Ground Clearance
6.9 in
6.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.4 in
40.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
40 in
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
56.5 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.2 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.9 in
37.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.3 in
39.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
55.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.3 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
60.8 ft³
65.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
34.4 ft³
27.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
34.4 ft³
27.9 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
41.4 in
N/A
Box Height (Area)
32.8 in
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.4 ft
37.6 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Short And Long Arm
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P225/60HR18
P215/55HR17
Rear Tire
P225/60HR18
P215/55HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Atlas Blue Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Vapor Blue Metallic
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Dusk Blue Metallic
  • Platinum Gray Metallic
  • Pure White
  • Pyrite Silver Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Cinnabar Red Metallic Premium Colorant
  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Gray/Black, Cloth Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Optional
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Optional
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Optional
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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