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2008 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD
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$29,215 |
$27,080 |
Std. - 2.3L I4 |
29/27 mpg |
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2008 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD
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$27,445 |
$25,470 |
Std. - 2.3L I4 |
34/30 mpg |
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2009 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD
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$30,055 |
$27,830 |
Std. - 2.5L I4 |
0/0 mpg |
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2009 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD
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$28,305 |
$26,237 |
Std. - 2.5L I4 |
0/0 mpg |
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2009 Ford Escape Hybrid Limited 4WD
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$32,385 |
$29,951 |
Std. - 2.5L I4 |
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2009 Ford Escape Hybrid Limited FWD
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$30,635 |
$28,358 |
Std. - 2.5L I4 |
0/0 mpg |
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2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Review |
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The Ford Escape is a compact 4-door SUV that joined the Ford lineup in 2001. The Escape Hybrid made its debut in 2005, identical in all aspects to a standard Escape, but with an electric motor and gasoline engine with a combined output 155 horsepower. For 2008, the Escape retains the same drivetrain but receives a total makeover inside and out, adopting styling changes that resemble its rugged siblings, the Ford Explorer and Ford Expedition. |
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The Ford Escape Hybrid is powered by an Atkinson-Cycle 2.3-liter Duratec 4-cylinder engine combined with a 70-kilowatt electric motor. The Hybrid's 133-horsepower gasoline engine achieves greater fuel efficiency with the Atkinson-cycle combustion process. The software control system has been improved for a better transition between gasoline and electric operation. Towing capacity is estimated at 1,000 pounds, as against a V-6 Escape which can tow up to 3,500 pounds. The powertrain remains unchanged, but a new electric power-steering system reduces the load of conventional hydraulic assist, thus improving fuel economy as well. |
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The Ford Escape Hybrid exterior now resembles a Ford Explorer, featuring a bolder, rugged design, high beltline, raised hood and a new front fascia; headlights sweep up toward the front corners of the vehicle to short side marker lights. Roof pillars are blacked out; taillights have a clear band that wraps around the rear corners. The cabin features a revised dashboard with ' top of dash' display, improved center console, Electric Power Assisted Steering system, and blue gauge backlighting. An auxiliary audio input jack is now standard. |
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The Ford Escape Hybrid is equipped with the standard safety features like front-impact airbags, front passenger side-impact airbags, curtain style head-protection airbags for all outboard seats, rollover protection system with roll stability control, dynamic stability control, four-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS) and a tire-pressure monitor. |
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