Ford Escape vs Lexus RX Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$49,400 |
Average price$17,035 | Average price$34,032 |
Listings8995 | Listings3989 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryDuring the past three years, the RX 450h hybrid has accounted for an average of 15.4% of all Lexus RX sales in the U.S. Now, a redesigned 2023 Lexus RX is set to go on sale by the end of 2022, and the automaker will offer three hybrid models: the RX 350h, RX 450h+, and the RX 500h F Sport Performance. Based on time spent driving two of these three new 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid models, we expect them to at least double, if not triple, the previous-generation RX 450h’s share of sales. As long as the price is right, of course. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City37 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City37 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight4455 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height67.3 in |
Length180.1 in | Length192.5 in |
Width85.6 in | Width75.6 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3494 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,000 | $49,400 |
Average price | $17,035 | $34,032 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | During the past three years, the RX 450h hybrid has accounted for an average of 15.4% of all Lexus RX sales in the U.S. Now, a redesigned 2023 Lexus RX is set to go on sale by the end of 2022, and the automaker will offer three hybrid models: the RX 350h, RX 450h+, and the RX 500h F Sport Performance. Based on time spent driving two of these three new 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid models, we expect them to at least double, if not triple, the previous-generation RX 450h’s share of sales. As long as the price is right, of course. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 37 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 37 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 4455 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 67.3 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 192.5 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 75.6 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 112.2 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 3494 lbs |
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