Ford's overlooked hybrid makes new strides
Arguably, one of the best things the Ford Escape Hybrid has going for it is the name recognition that comes from belonging to the popular Escape gang.
That may also be its big drawback.
Since the car-based utility wagon made its debut as a 2001 model, it has been one of Ford's few recent success stories. But as the design has aged, demand has softened. The hybrid arrived as a 2005 model in a dated body.
Further, while gasoline-powered Escapes start below $20,000, the all-wheel-drive hybrid version is some 40 percent more expensive -- $27,820 and up.
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That may also be its big drawback.
Since the car-based utility wagon made its debut as a 2001 model, it has been one of Ford's few recent success stories. But as the design has aged, demand has softened. The hybrid arrived as a 2005 model in a dated body.
Further, while gasoline-powered Escapes start below $20,000, the all-wheel-drive hybrid version is some 40 percent more expensive -- $27,820 and up.
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posted by anthony m, at Monday, August 14, 2006
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