Genesis GV70 vs Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
Overview | |
Years produced2020-Present | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$33,075 | MSRP$48,985 |
Listings4042 | Listings7019 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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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 SummaryThere are some subtle alterations to the GV70’s exterior, most notably to the grille and lighting clusters. To find the biggest changes for 2026, though, you’ll have to look inside to see the very wide OLED display that dominates the view from the driver’s seat. In addition to the massive infotainment panel, the software that powers the GV70’s abundant technology and safety packages has gone through a comprehensive upgrade. Verdict: While we’d love to see Genesis push the styling envelope a little further—recent concepts like the X Gran Coupe and Equator show what the Korean brand’s stylists are capable of—the 2026 GV70 remains near the head of its class of compact luxury crossovers. The GV70 is Genesis’ most popular model and represented 35% of total Genesis sales in the United States last year. Expect that trend to continue for the foreseeable future. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.5L 300 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City43 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.5L 300 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City43 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.4 cu ft | Cargo Space28.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3909 lbs | Curb Weight4325 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height64.2 in |
Length180.5 in | Length185.6 in |
Width85.6 in | Width75.2 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase113.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1275 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2020-Present | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $33,075 | $48,985 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 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. | There are some subtle alterations to the GV70’s exterior, most notably to the grille and lighting clusters. To find the biggest changes for 2026, though, you’ll have to look inside to see the very wide OLED display that dominates the view from the driver’s seat. In addition to the massive infotainment panel, the software that powers the GV70’s abundant technology and safety packages has gone through a comprehensive upgrade. Verdict: While we’d love to see Genesis push the styling envelope a little further—recent concepts like the X Gran Coupe and Equator show what the Korean brand’s stylists are capable of—the 2026 GV70 remains near the head of its class of compact luxury crossovers. The GV70 is Genesis’ most popular model and represented 35% of total Genesis sales in the United States last year. Expect that trend to continue for the foreseeable future. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 300 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 43 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.5L 300 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 43 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.4 cu ft | 28.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3909 lbs | 4325 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 64.2 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 185.6 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 75.2 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 113.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1275 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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