In a recent press release, Ford told us about the new options available for the 2023 Ford Escape. Among them is still a plug-in hybrid option, along with a new ST line with some new
aesthetic features. But, there are some notable things missing that keep the PHEV from being a great option for many buyers, and for the price, one of Ford’s competitors is proving that an EV is at least possible.
There are three engine options for the ST-Line: a 1.5-liter EcoBoost targeting 180 hp with front- or all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter EcoBoost targeting 250 hp with all-wheel drive, and a hybrid option with front-wheel drive. The ST-Line models have a black mesh grille, rear skid plate, and large spoiler that set them apart from the competition.
The Escape Plug-In Hybrid model comes with Ford’s fourth-generation hybrid propulsion system. This advanced system includes a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle hybrid engine and electronic continuously variable transmission. The front-wheel drive hybrid is projected to produce 210 hp combined. It has an EPA-estimated range of 37 miles in electric-only mode. It comes with a Level 1 / Level 2 AC charging port and can fully charge in 10 to 11 hours on 110 volts or 3.5 hours on 240 volts.
In EV Charge mode, drivers can continue to charge the battery while driving and generate electric-only miles to use laterThe obvious first thing I’ll get out of the way is that there’s no EV available from Ford in this price range. The Tesla superfans and stans probably shouldn’t pile on here, because there’s no Tesla in this price range, either, but GM’s offerings and the upcoming Equinox EV show that it’s possible.
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