Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in vs Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In

2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
$33,075MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
$34,900MSRP
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2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
$33,075MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
$34,900MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$33,075

MSRP

$34,900

Listings

3341

Listings

906

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

5.7 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.5 out of 10

Pros

  • Great ride quality

  • Easy-to-use technology

Cons

  • Potentially polarizing design

  • Sluggish performance

  • All-wheel drive not available

Pros

  • Comfortable cabin

  • Impressive technology

  • Competitive base MSRP

Cons

  • Inefficient in cold weather

  • Potentially polarizing design

Reviews 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.

Reviews Summary

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

Engine

1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

261 hp @ 2100 rpm

EV Battery Capacity

14.4 kWh

EV Battery Capacity

13.8 kWh

MPG City

43

MPG City

35

MPG Highway

38

MPG Highway

35

Battery Charge Time (240V)

Battery Charge Time (240V)

2 hours
2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
$33,075MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
$34,900MSRP
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2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
$33,075MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
$34,900MSRP
Overview
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Overview

MSRP
$33,075
$34,900
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.1

4.6

Expert reviews

5.7 out of 10

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7.5 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Great ride quality

  • Easy-to-use technology

Cons

  • Potentially polarizing design

  • Sluggish performance

  • All-wheel drive not available

Pros

  • Comfortable cabin

  • Impressive technology

  • Competitive base MSRP

Cons

  • Inefficient in cold weather

  • Potentially polarizing design

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
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