Many drivers switching to a hybrid SUV for the first time wonder what the vehicle's capability will be like. When you buy a Ford Escape plug-in hybrid at Steve Faulkner Ford, you'll be amazed at the power that this compact vehicle can do on Mount Carmel roads.
A 2.5-liter inline-four powertrain with an 88 kWh electric motor and an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT) powers the Escape. This hybrid engine produces 210 hp and 155 lb-ft of torque with co with a best-in-class of 37 miles for all-electric range. Front-wheel drive is standard, but you can opt for an intelligent all-wheel drive system for more stability in all weather conditions.
When properly equipped, the Escape PHEV can two up to 1,500 lbs. You'll also be able to personalize each driving experience through four selectable driving modes, including an auto mode, which allows the vehicle to choose whether to run on electric power or gas.