Lexus GX vs Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
Overview | |
Years produced2003-Present | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$64,735 | MSRP$33,075 |
Listings4450 | Listings4042 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryOne year on from the latest-generation Lexus GX’s debut, the excitement is still there. The 2025 Lexus GX looks great, drives well, and handles itself incredibly well off-road. The latter is something for which that the GX has always been renowned, at least among those who’ve been inclined to find out. Verdict: With great standard tech, safety equipment, looks, and overall versatility, the Lexus GX is worth the attention of any shopper who’s in the market for a luxury SUV. | |
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 | |
Engine3.4L 349 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City15 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.4L 349 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City15 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.3 cu ft | Cargo Space34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight5585 lbs | Curb Weight3909 lbs |
Height75.6 in | Height66.1 in |
Length197.1 in | Length180.5 in |
Width78.0 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1445 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity9063 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Standard Towing Capacity9063 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-Present | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $64,735 | $33,075 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.8 out of 10Read full review | 5.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | One year on from the latest-generation Lexus GX’s debut, the excitement is still there. The 2025 Lexus GX looks great, drives well, and handles itself incredibly well off-road. The latter is something for which that the GX has always been renowned, at least among those who’ve been inclined to find out. Verdict: With great standard tech, safety equipment, looks, and overall versatility, the Lexus GX is worth the attention of any shopper who’s in the market for a luxury SUV. | 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 | 3.4L 349 hp V6 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 15 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 21 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.4L 349 hp V6 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 15 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 21 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.3 cu ft | 34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5585 lbs | 3909 lbs |
Height | 75.6 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 78.0 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1445 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 9063 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 9063 lbs | |
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