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2005 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl CVT) comparison

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The Bottom Line Ford's 2005 Escape Hybrid, the first hybrid SUV, drives off with a winning combo of power and good fuel economy, but be prepared to pay a premium. The Highlander Hybrid delivers efficient power and drives better than the average SUV, but it skimps on dashboard gadgets. With this hybrid's price falling, it becomes a solid proposition in an all-around city driver. Sized well and easy to drive, the Escape Hybrid is a useful, advanced vehicle let down a bit by its amenities. Prospective buyers might want to wait for the next model year, which should see an overall upgrade. The 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid still feels unfinished. Despite a commendably advanced power train, the rest of the vehicle disappoints, and the overall ownership experience won't be salvaged by a few extra miles per gallon. Urban dwellers will love the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid Limited's great fuel economy and awesome Sync-based tech package, but freeway commuters will find its high-speed manners unsettling.
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Features
Drivetrain availableall-wheel drive
all-wheel drive
front-drive
front-drive
Front-drive
Available EngineHybrid with CVT
Hybrid with CVT
Hybrid
Hybrid
Hybrid
Body styleSUV
SUV
SUV
SUV
SUV
Trim levelsHEV
Base
Base
Base
Base
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