The Ford Escape is a well-rounded compact crossover with comfortable, spacious accommodations, flexible cargo space, and many appealing amenities and tech features. It's a great option for Princeton-area shoppers seeking an SUV with great practicality and a conveniently sized physical footprint. The Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid is even more city-friendly thanks to its responsive performance, strong efficiency ratings, and impressive electric-only range. Here's a quick look at a few of the highlights.
Performance, Range, and Charging
The Ford Escape PHEV combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric motor to produce 210 horsepower. It achieves an EPA-estimated 40 mpg on gas alone. However, that figure rises to an estimated 101 MPGe (miles-per-gallon equivalent) on a full charge. A 14.4-kWh battery pack provides an impressive 37 miles of estimated electric-only range per charge, making the Escape PHEV a great way to experience EV driving without committing to 100% battery power.1
Designed to be easy to live with, the Ford Escape PHEV can replenish its battery in ~3.3 hours with Level 2 (220-volt) charging equipment. However, you don't necessarily need a special home installation to enjoy electric driving. The Escape PHEV can fully recharge overnight (~10 – 11 hours) using a standard 3-pin, 120-volt household-style outlet. The 2023 Ford Escape is eligible for a Federal Tax Credit of $3,750.
Interior and Practicality
The Ford Escape delivers versatility and accommodations that belie its "compact" designation. The comfortable cabin is open and inviting, with modern interior styling, ample headroom and legroom, and nicely cushioned, supportive seats for long-distance comfort. The Escape PHEV retains 34.4 cubic feet of storage with all seats occupied. When you need more cargo capacity for an errand or outing, you can fold the rear seats to access 60.8 cubic feet.
Infotainment and Safety Technology
The Ford Escape PHEV is nicely equipped with great tech features, including a large 13.2-inch touchscreen with Connected Built-in Navigation and Ford's latest SYNC® 4 infotainment system. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto work wirelessly, providing clutter-free access to smartphone features like hands-free calls and texts, Google or Apple Maps, streaming media, your phone's virtual assistant, and more. Plus, the Escape PHEV includes a comprehensive roster of Co-Pilot360™ driver aids, including:
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and Pedestrian Detection
- Post-Collision Braking
- Lane-Keeping Alert with Lane-Keeping Assist
- Blind Spot Information System with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering, and Speed Sign Recognition
- Evasive Steering Assist
- Rear Parking Sensors
Feature Highlights
Offered as a standalone trim level, the Ford Escape PHEV comes standard with amenities like:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights with automatic high beams
- Power rear liftgate
- Intelligent Access (proximity entry)
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Front and rear USB charge ports
- 8-inch LCD gauge cluster
- 13.2-inch SYNC® 4 touchscreen with Connected Built-in Navigation
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Ford Co-Pilot360™
- Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering, and Speed Sign Recognition
- Evasive Steering Assist
- Rear Parking Sensors
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Reach out to Ciocca Ford of Flemington with questions about the Ford Escape's configuration options, available financing or leasing opportunities, or plug-in hybrid ownership. We'll also be glad to help you custom order a new Ford to fit your needs and lifestyle. If you'd like a closer look at the models in our new Ford inventory, we welcome you to visit us for a test drive. We'd love to give you a tour.
1EPA-estimated mileage ratings are provided for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary depending on operating conditions, vehicle maintenance, driving habits, and other factors.