The plug-in hybrid model carries an 11.2-kWh battery pack, which is good enough for an EPA-estimated 37 miles of electric-only driving. 2023 Ford Escape Caught Undisguised with Light Bar.2023 Ford Escape Gets Striking Design Updates.
Both gasoline engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission the hybrids employ a continuously variable transmission. Upgrading to the 250-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder is the compelling choice and was powerful enough to score a 5.7-second result in the same 60-mph test.
The base turbo-three gas engine, while somewhat grumbly and unrefined, provides adequate acceleration and managed to motivate an all-wheel-drive Escape SE to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds at our test track the plug-in hybrid model matched this result. To tackle competition in the form of the Honda CR-V hybrid and the Toyota RAV4 Prime, Ford offers two Escape hybrids-one of which is a plug-in-and those powertrains consist of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder and two electric motors which combine to make 210-hp. The Escape offers a wide range of powertrains, starting with a 181-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine that can be had with either front- or all-wheel drive. To increase the Escape ST-Line's digital footprint, opt for the Premium Technology package, which substitutes a 13.2-inch infotainment display and 12.3-inch digital gauge display for the Escape's standard 8.0-inch units. The interior is dressed in all black with red contrast stitching and a flat-bottomed steering wheel. The ST-Line comes with unique 18- or 19-inch wheels, body-colored lower cladding, a mesh grille, and a rear spoiler. Doing so requires the Select package, which also adds all-wheel drive. We'd go with the new ST-Line model as it's the cheapest way to unlock the more powerful 250-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder.
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