Lexus RX vs Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
Overview | |
MSRP$45,920 | MSRP$33,075 |
Listings541 | Listings32 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryLikely on the tail end of this fourth generation, the Lexus RX was last redesigned in 2015 with a mild mid-cycle refresh for the 2020 model year. But to consider the RX long in the tooth would be a mistake. Not only is it the automaker’s best-selling model, but the RX also enjoyed its best-ever sales year in 2021. A carryover for 2022, the Lexus RX sees minimal changes which include new colors and a standalone fog lamps option. | |
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 | |
Engine3.5L 295 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower295 hp @ 6300 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City117 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway93 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 295 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower295 hp @ 6300 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City117 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway93 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4222 lbs | Curb Weight3909 lbs |
Height67.7 in | Height66.1 in |
Length192.5 in | Length180.5 in |
Width74.6 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase109.8 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload920 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,920 | $33,075 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 5.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Likely on the tail end of this fourth generation, the Lexus RX was last redesigned in 2015 with a mild mid-cycle refresh for the 2020 model year. But to consider the RX long in the tooth would be a mistake. Not only is it the automaker’s best-selling model, but the RX also enjoyed its best-ever sales year in 2021. A carryover for 2022, the Lexus RX sees minimal changes which include new colors and a standalone fog lamps option. | 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 | 3.5L 295 hp V6 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6300 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 117 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 93 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 295 hp V6 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | |
Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6300 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 117 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 93 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4222 lbs | 3909 lbs |
Height | 67.7 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 920 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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