Ford Escape Hyrbid

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Whether you like it or not, there is no way you can escape the fact that the Ford Escape Hybrid is considered to be the most efficient among other hybrid sports utility vehicles that are available in the market. This front drive Ford Escape Hybrid provides government approved fuel economy ratings of 31 in the highway and 34 in the city. The AWD version, however, provides government approved fuel economy ratings of 27 in the highway and 29 in the city. Combine this with the versatility, comfort and space this sports utility vehicle provides and you will end up with a winner. For its 2009 model, the 2.3 liter engine of the Ford Escape Hybrid has been replaced with a 2.5 liter one.

This helps to boost the net horsepower of the vehicle to 177 from 155. If you check out the braking system in the Ford Escape Hybrid you will observe how the engineers of Ford have refined the same. The new braking system allows better stability control and traction. One can also observe that the brake has a smooth feeling, a feature that was not there in the previous versions of this hybrid vehicle. These modifications have assisted to decrease the vibration and noise of the car. You will note this especially when the engine of the Ford Escape Hybrid turns off and the car shifts to electric mode. Many people were missing the 110V AC power outlet in the old models and had to purchase the same as an accessory. They will be happy to know that this feature is now a standard part of the 2009 model of Ford Escape Hybrid.

There is no doubt that these additional features have helped a lot to overcome the shortcomings of the previous models of this hybrid. However the extra 300 pounds of weight that the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid has compared to the normal version is something that does not appeal to the buyers. This is not the only grouse that the purchasers of this car have. It is not the forte of the Ford Escape Hybrid to tackle bad road conditions and harsh weather and if these are your top priorities, you might end up feeling disappointed. If you are looking just for commuting or carrying your family along, the Ford Escape Hybrid might be the perfect car for you, but if you are eyeing towing and off road travel, you should check out some others SUV’s in the market that will serve this purpose better.

However, if one keeps these minor flaws aside, they will find an efficient, versatile and capable vehicle in the Ford Escape Hybrid. The main reason why people still choose the Ford Escape Hybrid are its combined capabilities. They provide the owner dual benefits and capabilities that the SUV can along with the cost cutting capabilities of a hybrid. Just take the Ford Escape Hybrid for a test drive and you will be amazed at what this car can deliver, irrespective of its extra weight.