2020 Ford Explorer vs 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
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MSRP$32,765 | MSRP$33,075 |
Listings3057 | Listings7 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 |
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2020 Ford Explorer Reviews SummaryFor nearly 30 years, the Ford Explorer has settled into the American lexicon like Cheerios. We've gobbled up millions of them, from the rock-crawling Eddie Bauers of the 1990s to the brand-new ST that can take down sports cars. The 2020 Explorer brings an all-new chassis, cranks up the technology, and introduces hybrid and high-performance powertrains in a space the size of a small living room. The Explorer's also getting very expensive while other automakers catch on to Ford's winning formula—for a lot less money. | |
2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in 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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City21 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City21 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight3909 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height66.1 in |
Length198.8 in | Length180.5 in |
Width89.3 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,765 | $33,075 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 5.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | For nearly 30 years, the Ford Explorer has settled into the American lexicon like Cheerios. We've gobbled up millions of them, from the rock-crawling Eddie Bauers of the 1990s to the brand-new ST that can take down sports cars. The 2020 Explorer brings an all-new chassis, cranks up the technology, and introduces hybrid and high-performance powertrains in a space the size of a small living room. The Explorer's also getting very expensive while other automakers catch on to Ford's winning formula—for a lot less money. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 21 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 21 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 3909 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | |

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