Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in vs Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
Overview | |
MSRP$33,075 | MSRP$34,900 |
Listings3341 | Listings906 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryAnnounced ahead of the 2020 model year, the Ford Escape PHEV already looks like a half-measure in 2021. An electric motor and battery pack provide reasonable driving range in ideal conditions, helping it achieve a commendable combined fuel economy rating from the EPA. But in a rapidly electrifying marketplace, and with many of the most exciting EVs coming from the Blue Oval itself, the Escape PHEV is hard to recommend as a long-term option. | |
Reviews SummaryAs if its 2022 redesign wasn’t dramatic enough, Hyundai has added hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains to the all-new Tucson. With an estimated 33 miles of all-electric driving range, the Tucson PHEV looks like a slam-dunk option for folks shopping in the compact crossover market. How it performs in cold weather, however, may be enough to send shoppers looking at other options. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower261 hp @ 2100 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity13.8 kWh |
MPG City43 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway35 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Horsepower | Horsepower261 hp @ 2100 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity13.8 kWh |
MPG City43 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.4 cu ft | Cargo Space31.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3909 lbs | Curb Weight4081 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height65.6 in |
Length180.5 in | Length182.3 in |
Width85.6 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1012 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,075 | $34,900 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Announced ahead of the 2020 model year, the Ford Escape PHEV already looks like a half-measure in 2021. An electric motor and battery pack provide reasonable driving range in ideal conditions, helping it achieve a commendable combined fuel economy rating from the EPA. But in a rapidly electrifying marketplace, and with many of the most exciting EVs coming from the Blue Oval itself, the Escape PHEV is hard to recommend as a long-term option. | As if its 2022 redesign wasn’t dramatic enough, Hyundai has added hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains to the all-new Tucson. With an estimated 33 miles of all-electric driving range, the Tucson PHEV looks like a slam-dunk option for folks shopping in the compact crossover market. How it performs in cold weather, however, may be enough to send shoppers looking at other options. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 261 hp @ 2100 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | 13.8 kWh |
MPG City | 43 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 35 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Horsepower | 261 hp @ 2100 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | 13.8 kWh |
MPG City | 43 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.4 cu ft | 31.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3909 lbs | 4081 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 65.6 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 182.3 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1012 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |

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