Chevrolet Tahoe vs Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
Overview | |
MSRP$44,000 | MSRP$33,075 |
Listings1409 | Listings45 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe full-size SUV segment is a relatively small one, and Chevrolet dominates it. The Tahoe, and its extended-length twin, the Suburban, account for about half of all big SUV sales despite competitive shortcomings in terms of interior comfort, cargo space, and towing capability. With the all-new 2021 Chevy Tahoe (and Suburban), two of those three flaws are resolved. At the same time, the 2021 Tahoe gets a big upgrade in terms of driving dynamics, technology, and innovation. | |
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 | |
Engine5.3L 355 hp V8 | Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City15 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name5.3L 355 hp V8 | Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City15 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.5 cu ft | Cargo Space34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight5542 lbs | Curb Weight3909 lbs |
Height75.8 in | Height66.1 in |
Length210.7 in | Length180.5 in |
Width81.0 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase120.9 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1600 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Standard Towing Capacity6000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $44,000 | $33,075 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 5.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The full-size SUV segment is a relatively small one, and Chevrolet dominates it. The Tahoe, and its extended-length twin, the Suburban, account for about half of all big SUV sales despite competitive shortcomings in terms of interior comfort, cargo space, and towing capability. With the all-new 2021 Chevy Tahoe (and Suburban), two of those three flaws are resolved. At the same time, the 2021 Tahoe gets a big upgrade in terms of driving dynamics, technology, and innovation. | 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 | 5.3L 355 hp V8 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | 4X2 | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
Horsepower | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 15 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 5.3L 355 hp V8 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | |
Horsepower | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 15 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.5 cu ft | 34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5542 lbs | 3909 lbs |
Height | 75.8 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 210.7 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 81.0 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1600 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6000 lbs | |

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