NEW 2021 Ford Escape PHEV Review - Buy this Over a RAV4 Prime?
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- Опубліковано 29 жов 2021
- PHEV or Plug-In Hybrids are extremely popular for those that want the benefits of driving an electric vehicle (EV) without having to deal with any range anxiety. The new Ford Escape PHEV will provide 60kms of electric only driving and with various EV modes, you can choose to save or charge the battery with a touch of a button.
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Just ran across your review, beautiful scenery and well put together. I pick up my Escape Titanium PHEV this week. This will be my third Escape, in the last 10 years. I tend to drive them hard and have never had any issues. Looking forward to seeing what the PHEV can do.
Good review although you can increase the regen by selecting L on the gear selector, especially driving around town. My daily drive is only 10 miles so charge every couple of days, and I can do a long journey with no range worries. I've had mine 4 months now, 1700 miles and still have a third of a tank For me it's the best of both worlds....love it.
Make sure you add fuel stabilizer with every tank of gas. Fuel will start to varnish (and turn into something similar to turpentine) after a few months. It’s not something you want in your tank, pump, lines, injectors, or combustion chambers. I mix a measured combination of Lucas upper cylinder lubricant and fuel stabilizer in the little Lucas “tune up in a bottle” bottles for my wife to add to her tank when gassing up her Prius Prime (we omit treating the fuel on road trips). She gassed up about every 4 months, too.
i would use ethanol free gas if i were you.
@@buttsexandbananapeels Manufacturers already planned for this.These cars are designed to hold fuel for long periods. No need to treat the fuel. We have been driving plug in hybrid or electric since 2014.
@@ChrisCameronSuccess manufacturers don’t design their vehicles to burn turpentine. It’s a gasoline problem, not an auto manufacture problem. If you want to varnish your fuel system: awesome. Me? I’d rather invest the fifteen cents per tank and use a stabilizer to prevent a problem before it happens.
@@buttsexandbananapeels I don't think you listened to what Chris "CameronOnline" is saying ...by your own choice. "Manufacturers already planned for this.These cars are designed to hold fuel for long periods." He (assuming a guy) has been driving PHEV or BEV since 2014.
Unless you have current lab testing results to refer to, that provides clear evidence of any change in fuel "after a few months", there really is no point in bringing up the subject. This is the one sad part of statements made online. Anyone can say anything ....whether correct or not, there is a demographic that believes EVERYTHING without question. Just saying. If you are correct, then I think EVERYONE would be interested. Remember, PHEV's have in fact been on the road for several years now ....beginning 2009. As problems are discovered, they are addressed ....otherwise, companies go out of business if they don't fix their problems.
Excellent review. This really makes a compelling case for this vehicle. For someone like me who stays in my little suburb, I would rarely use gasoline.
We drive on electric to work and errands. We only use gas when taking a trip out of town. Electricity is a fraction of the price of gasoline.
Picked up an 2021 Escape Titanium PHEV at the beginning of Oct. Just hit one month with it and have about 845 miles in it. 753 of those are Electric. Typically charge it at work with our ChargePoint chargers or at home with the 120v outlet. I've probably spent $30 on electricity so far and I'm still on the first tank of gas (3/4 left). So far I'm definitely saving money by not filling up with gas. I can't stand the Sync system but the Escape itself is great.
How much is the range on pure ev you are getting on average? I used to drive a Ford C-Max phev and I was getting about 40 km ev , during warm weather, in the winter about 50% less; I was considering this new escape phev but couldn’t test drive it and no data about ev range.
@@stefanbololoi7110 the first few weeks I was getting about 45 miles on pure electric. Over the last few weeks it has gotten cold and that seems to have dropped to 30 miles on Electric
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Thanks, that’s pretty impressive, especially for cold weather!
@@Instegone Did you qualify for any kind of credits? What's the timeline of your ROI?
@@naughtysauce4323 got it with a Fofd X-Plan for being a Ford stock holder. Also about 3k in manufacture discounts. After the fed tax credit the cost is close to 30k. Still haven't filled up yet and at almost 1300 miles. I'll easily see a return on buying a phev at this rate.
I have the 2020 Ford Escape Plug In Hybrid we get gas about every 3 months is excellent.
How many miles/km do you do daily? Do you so a lot of highway?
wow 👌
Got mine 2 weeks ago,.. amazing drive, comfort and gas millage... all in all not complaints....
I’m considering to buy an escape phev but waiting list is about four months… unfortunately I cannot test drive it there’s no escape available in Ontario… I was wondering how’s the torque and acceleration? Also in cold weather what’s your ev range?
Thanks
@@stefanbololoi7110 I use to have a Honda civic 2017 with automatic CVT…. 154 hp… the Escape has good torque… but I am just starting to give it a little more as I hit 5K km… I love my Escape… and with the different drive modes in sport mode its very quick and handles surprisingly well… as for the battery range like all electric the range goes down…. freezing I get 38-42 km… and at -18c got 30km range… but in 10c i got as high as 60-67km of range…. my buddy tesla was down 40%… so cold does not like ev… but my gas mileage is 4.8L/100km so far and I am always doing highway millage and I drive 64km to work a day…
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Good to know all this details since I cannot test drive the car just to factory order and test drive it only when the car arrives… I used to drive an Ford C-Max phev for 3 years and I was getting 40 km from March- November, in the winter 50% less… I know the winter is bad for ev, but if you still can get 40 km in cold weather is still excellent… I’m not doing more than 50 km per day so I should be okay with the escape phev range. I’m 6’3”, how’s the headroom and legroom for a tall person in the escape? Thanks again for all the information, really appreciate!
@@stefanbololoi7110 I am 5”10 245lbs… and have plenty of room… I was extremely surprised….its got lots more room then you would expect… but you can go try sitting alm the other model of non phey… should be the same head and leg room… I tried the non plug in hybrid model and the room was the same…
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Thanks
Great review,,, thank for the excellent info
I'm retired and they plow the roads here in the city so don't need the 4wd.Thanks for your review.
I just got Escape PHEV weeks ago, Ford's hybrid system is impressive. My experience of Escape PHEV is so smooth and quiet. I couldn't tell it is on engine mode or EV mode while I'm driving. There is no combustion engine kick in feeling, the smooth transition between gas engine and electric motor is way beyond my experience of Toyota hybrid in the past. Although it only offers front wheel drive at the moment, I can live with that for city drive and getting better fuel economy and roomy cabin. I will say if you are looking for Hydundai ioniq phev, Toyota Prius prime or Kia niro phev for fuel economy but also want a decent leg and head room for passagers plus huge cargo space. Just go for Escape PHEV.
How’s the acceleration and torque in ev mode? I’m considering to order the phev but no test drive option
@@stefanbololoi7110 Torque is pretty solid, no problem with hill-climbing on ev mode. But if talking about acceleration, nothing amazing.
2 weeks ago that I got 2020 Ford Escape in black. It isn’t a hybrid SUV. It gets pretty good gas mileage so far. I loved the smooth ride when I’m driving it. I used to have a 2015 Ford Escape SE and it did broke down on me just shortly that I got up a hill. That is why that I got a 2020 one.
When it is turned off does it default to a certain mode or stay at what was selected? Good video and beautiful country scenery
I think it's a good deal, only I like to have all wheel drive. I have a 2020 ford escape 1.5 liter and when I'm driving highway I can get 500 miles on one gas tank.
We are still waiting for this in the US in some states as you cant get them yet even though dealers says they are coming. I am interested in review one of them on my channel but it should compete well against the Toyota Rav4 Prime which I like as well. Thanks for the video review
Would love to see THAT!
In order to get the foot activated liftgate on the RAV4 Prime in the us, you have to pick a $5,760 package on the Prime XSE.
That sucks. This should be a standalone feature you can add.
don’t forget the super sound system and moonroof…. I got both with my SEL options for 4k with the electric seats, wireless charging, foot liftgate, memory seat, tactical 12 inch display… for well below the price of the Prime SE… 🤷🏻♂️…
@@robertbazso5053 Also, the titanium trim comes with self parking. Something that at Toyota it’s only available on the Prius if I’m not wrong.
The option can be had with the SEL I believe with the safety package… but I like driving too much to throw my money into that stuff 😁
Hope they come out with a 4WD. FWD is not great for deep snow.
Excellent data about Ford Escape vs RAV4 Prime! This is exactly what I needed to know. Now my only question is, will the Escape's driver's seat give me enough thigh support? I am 6'2" tall.
Only one way to find out.
Is British Columbia one of the most beautiful places on earth? Great review. Wish it had an electric motor on the rear wheels.
Beautiful but so rainy!!!
@@EverydayReviews2022 LoL! Pacific Northwest denizens just say that to keep immigration down :) Every time I visit it is sunny, and natives say, "Your lucky. It was raining for 3 weeks straight."
I had the chance to very briefly test the Maverick hybrid and this Escape PHEV. The Escape battery was almost depleted so I will consider my experience as being more with its Hybrid capability than its PHEV. And boy oh boy what that thing sooooo slooow. I could never live with that. The Maverick Hybrid was a rocket in comparison and much more fun to drive. If the pickup concept is remotely interesting or feasible to you then my recommendation albeit based on a limited experience with both would be the get a Maverick all the way. Especially if you end up driving beyond the Escape pure electric range.
Maverick Hybrid 0-60 in 7.6 is plenty fast!
And why is this 0-60 metric such a big deal? If you expect an escape to be a race machine, you got the wrong car. Get the Mach E GT or a Taycan. So slow means what? 3 seconds slower? Majority of drivers don't give a shit about that.
@@bmw803 true and since I got my escape I drive more conservatively than before to get better battery mileage XD I wife always complained because I accelerated too hard.
try the Sport mode for the Escape PHEV… its a lot faster… but like most have said… and I agree… who care about speed… its about comfort and room… and in my case the fuel economy and toys( moonroof and B&O sound 😁)
how does the Ford Escape PHEV 2023 compare to the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2023?
I agree that Ford’s regen brakes feel way better than Toyota’s. Occasionally I have an “oh shit” moment when hitting the brakes on my wife’s Prius Prime. She’s never complained about it, but over rough surfaces I feel about a half second delay between pedal application and mechanical brake engagement. Not a comfortable feeling.
The scene is beautiful. Where is it in Canada, and I might check it out.
The Okanagan area of BC.
Nice review! I was debating between the escape phev and Ioniq 5, since you review both cars what’s your advise? The escape phev top trim is about $10,000 less than Ioniq 5 top trim. On average I’m not doing more than 60 km per day.
Ooo, that’s kinda tough. If you do t want to have to worry about always cheating or if you drive longer distances often where charging an EV would t be convenient I would go OHEV for sure. The Ioniq5 can also get pretty pricey compared to the Escape if you opt for the top version.
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Thanks, very tough decision to make!
@@stefanbololoi7110 it also might come down to which one can you actually get. I know the I5 has a very long wait list at this time.
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I have a factory order for Ioniq 5 that will enter production in December, ; for ford is 4 months roughly waiting time; I test drove the Ioniq but not escape; I’m thinking to place a factory order for escape and and if like it when comes will keep the escape and cancel order for Ioniq,
Ioniq 5 is too damn cool to ignore it. I am in the same boat right now. Every respect of ioniq 5 is impressive, and Escape phev is also compelling. Very hard to choose.
Have 5800km on mine. My only complaint is the comfort of the front seats. Too short, no knee support makes it uncomfortable for long drives. All electric autonomy gets quite lower the colder it gets. 58km at 15C C and 40 at 0C... anxious to see when it hits -25C.
This was my complaint with the Mazda CX-5 as well. Liked everything about it except the seat and lack of a touchscreen.
PHEV or full EV?
I am a big fan of plug-in hybrids. I see them as a great transition to full EV for the next decade or longer. But 60 km (37 miles) of electric is marginal. The RAV4 PHEV gets 42. I don’t know why the manufactures skimp on the batteries. Only a few more batteries would take the electric mileage up to 50 miles which would cover nearly all daily driving (except for people with insanely long commutes - are you listening, Los Angeles?) I have been driving a Honda Clarity with 47 miles of electric range for the past three years. The only time I use gas is on road trips. Nevertheless, there are days when I wish I had a few more electric miles.
Now that the Clarity is discontinued, the Escape PHEV's 37 mile AER is second best only to RAV4 Prime. Outside of some silly expensive PHEVs. And real world dealer asking prices are much cheaper for the Ford than the Toyota.
@@CMCNestT Yes but you need at least a 15kWh battery to get the full rebate in Canada. I agree with Richard's point - I don't understand why there are so many PHEVs coming out that have marginal electric only range. It's too bad that the Clarity is being discontinued just for that reason. Now, in my opinion, the choice comes down to the Rav4 Prime or the Ford Escape. I think the sweet spot would be around 100 kms electric range. That could be done with a battery that could be Level 1 charged over night.
My Clarity is getting around 35 miles on EV after 97,000 miles here in SoCal ( San Dimas). I still have my 2014 plugin accord---Honda is replacing all batteries due to degradation---hopefully, they replace the Clarity's too as a neighbor is getting around 40.
@@freddiecarr7602 I’m curious what sort of tires you have installed. When I put in the Bridgestone roll flat tires my mileage dropped from 45 to 35.. I took the tires back to America’s Tire which fortunately allowed me to exchange them for the OEM Michelins. My mileage went right back up to around 45. I’m getting 42 these days because my wife, who is the main driver, runs the heater mornings and evenings.
The manufacturers "skimp" on batteries because of 1. Cost and 2. Packaging. Batteries are expensive and take up a lot of room. Especially in a PHEV, where they also have to accommodate a gas engine and fuel tank, cramming in extra batteries is a challenge and would also increase the cost of the vehicle by several thousand dollars.
actually during summer, i can manage to go up to 90 - 95km on EV only
Not offering AWD was a huge fail on Ford's part. The primary competitor they should be targeting with this vehicle is the Rav4 Prime and they fell short. That said, the addition of a heat pump climate system is great because the gas engine isn't needed to manage the cabin temp. I'd still choose the Rav4 Prime over this, but it's a step in the right direction.
For sure in markets where AWD is prominent, this will get a pass. A great set of winter tires with FWD will get this thing around in most places. As I said, Prime is great “if” you can get one. Thanks for the comment!
@@EverydayReviews2022 I agree that this is a solid value and it actually has a nicer interior than the Rav4, in my opinion. I just prefer AWD for winter and better handling. Great review!
I have the R4P, obviously I'd pick the Toyota with AWD over the Ford any day...
@@EverydayReviews2022 thanks for the review, i plan on getting an escape simply because i cant get a prime well there other reasons too but i like the escapes
I got a escape because of mark ups and wait times on RAV4 prime
There is a major advantage the Toyota Rav4 PHEV has over the Ford Escape PHEV.........
The Toyota PHEV is AWD.... The Ford is Font drive only!
If Ford can make their PHEV awd as well.. then they have a good rival. But until then, its a bit pointless a fwd suv..
Super car best Hybrid transmission the same like Toyota make eCVT.
Over the Rav4 or Tucson? Not a chance. I have a Ford vehicle now and once the lease is up I'm done with them for good.
Why are you done? Elaborate please
Why, why, why are companies screwing around with gear shifts? With a traditional shift, I don't have to look at it. I just grab it without looking and stick it where I want it without looking. We have a Honda push button and it is the worst idea ever. This is second worst. No AWD is also pretty disappointing. Everything else looks great.
I need to call my insurance guy. I wonder what the difference is between insuring this vs a standard Escape. And I’d like to see how much more personal property tax my county will charge me.
What is a PHEV
Toyota RAV 4 Prime is all wheel drive. The prime has a heat pump that is more efficient for heating and cooling. The Escape plug in is not all wheel drive and is not an option. This alone makes it a no brainer for a lot of prospective SUV buyers. Ford was not thinking in my book.
The Unicorn Escape PHEV actually exists?
i thought the unicorn was the Bronco lol
The problem is if you go to sell it.Without AWD you will have to give it away when you sell it.Also who is in charge at Ford they need to be fired for this and also in Canada if they made the plug in battery just .60 bigger it would get an extra $2,500 Can rebate and get better fuel economy.Some one really needs to be fired.
Titanium isn't top of the line, that would be the St-line x.
Trim levels may differ a little especially in name. In Canada, the top of the line is the Titanium. We don’t even offer an ST trim here.
@@EverydayReviews2022 Don't you have a trim with the St-line looks?
I would really like one of these PHEVs, but I have learned from hard, sad experience that I do not want the first model year of any Ford vehicle. I'll give it a few years and see how it proves itself.
The Ford Maverick has an eCVT transmission, does the Escape PHEV have this type of transmission?
Yes ECVT
Lets pray that changes, and a awd model
Why are there several Ford escape around you a coupleof time.
This was a media launch so there were about half a dozen Escapes around.
Not without AWD! What was Ford thinking?!? They were not thinking actually!
I think they were thinking cost. Would be interesting to see how many customers would take the AWD for an additional premium.
Enjoyed! AWD available on Ford Escape Hybrid (HEV) in USA, perhaps in Canada too. $1CAD = $.81USD.
No, you don't.
@@yakuzahi hybrid yes
Beautiful scenery. Thinking that the hybrid Tucson is best in class.
⭐🇺🇸⭐ Rav4 Prime everyday.
Adding some "cons" to your review would make me like your work even more!
Actually discovered the first con today… the fuel nozzle is really tricky to fill the gaz tank… the full pump has to be put at an angle to get the fuel to flow without clicking… will definitely ask about that on my first oil change… I only put fuel twice since i own the truck… and i have 2200km already….
I'm surprised Ford would try anything fancy since they can't even build an AC system that doesn't fail. $1500 and it still won't work. Been looking at Prius to drive during summer. Reliable at 250K miles. Will the new Escapes be able to say that? Ha! The only reason I keep my 2014 Escape is because it's a six-cylinder and handles like a dream. Meanwhile, the Canadian scenery made me watch this entire thing. Nice review and nice ride, I've just lost faith in Ford.
You might want to check under your hood. The 2014 Ford Escape WASN'T AVAILABLE with a six-cylinder engine. The available engines were a 2.5 liter 4-cylinder (168hp); a 1.6 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder (173hp); and a 2.0 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder (231hp).
When the electric motor kicks in you get an astounding 10 more miles.
I don't think this vehicle is for me. I drive a little over 40miles a day for work.
Great tech but the packaging is....vanilla. I'd still choose the RAV4. I'm hoping Ford addresses the appearance of this one.
no US conversion
Use a calculator. It’s a Canadian review.
Over the R4P? Lol. No
Based on this review, it sounds like the Escape is a better option that the RAV4 prime. What this review does not discuss is the finishes and the quality expectation between a Ford and a Toyota. When car shopping I have never pick a Ford over a more expensive Japanese car because they simply feel better to drive and overall quality of the finishes.
I have a RAV4 Prime and the two problems with the Ecape are: FWD only; and Ford.
Toyota is trash
Brand thinking again? Is Ford good ad everything? No, neither is Toyota. I have a 2013 Escape 2.0 with over 130,000 miles. Never had an issue with it except regular maintenance and wear and tear such as brakes and 2 ball joints.
@@robertren23 Indeed, Toyota TQM is trash
Does not get the full Canadian Federal rebate as the battery is not 15 KW, what poor engineering, Ford you dropped the ball big time.
I bought the R4P SE. Currently average 63mpg. Love it! SMOOTH AS SILK
FORD= FIX ON RACE DAY
FORD= FOUND ON ROAD DEAD
FORD= Fix Or Repair Daily
well good for you… buddy you not should bash Ford… especially considering that both use the same engine… and share technology…. basically your paying a premium price for just avoutvthe same thing… yes all wheel drive as long as you have battery… but your SE is more expensive then my SEL and guess what I have the premium package and moonroof… and 0% finance… but I really like the rav4 prime se… just make no sense financially…. my escape sel with premium package and moonroof is 15k cheper and my insurance is half…
@@robertbazso5053 yep. Ford literally used the exact same engine as toyota 2.5 ltr with e-cvt its literally toyota engine and transmission and i think this ford car become much more reliable. And the hybrid version is lighter than rav4 hybrid because escape is using lithium ion battery when toyota rav4 is still using nickel metal hydrite
Vs rav4 prime? Lol! No son.... No....
We purchased a 2017 Ford Escape. It is by far the biggest POS we have ever owned.
Why is that?
@@EverydayReviews2022 I have had 3 major failures all within 3 months of each other. The power steering is out , the brakes are quit working, and last but not least the engine has lost 60% of its power. So as of right now its is an expensive piece of yard art.
@@shermanspratford5214 ...did you buy it "USED"???
I already own a pile pig shit escape ! Biggest mistake I've ever made ! First the rear differential pos (bad from the factory ford knew and still put them out and no recall) goe's out. now the pos transmission is going out even though I flushed it every other oil change ! I've been a mechanic since I was a kid with my dad owning 2 repair shops and I can tell you some but not all of ford rigs are total garbage !
PHEVs are just so obsolete. Price parity (EV vs ICE) has just been reached in Germany. You will get very little in 5 years time when you will try to sell it.
When a person wants to go on a long road trip, like across Canada, or throughout the U.S. ....do you really think an EV is smart? The PHEV, in 5 years time, will be a very attractive vehicle considering there will not be very many "used" PHEV available now. Your thought process is very flawed.
@@taxicamel I live in the arctic circle, northern Scandinavia still missing decent charging infrastructure (Lofots is an extreme example), but there are so many who choose a BEV to explore this region. You just have to plan a bit more carefully. Did you mean that planning is hard with "flawed thought process"? :) You can always find a case where ICE cars could be better, but you can get insight into the future while looking at current Norways statistics (Europe follow suit with penalizing air polution in different ways) - two PHEVs near the bottom of TOP20, BEVs being the rest. One more thing about Europe - expansion of EVs in Europe and China, how the percentage grows, it is happening much faster than in Norway in last decade.
The specs are decent, but it’s a Ford, I would never waste my money on a domestic- they’ve proven their crap build and powertrains.
Based on what? I have a 13 Escape with over 130,000 miles. No issues whatsoever. I think you're regurgitating an old myth. Did they have some shitty engines? Sure, so did other brands including toyota and Honda.
@@bmw803 I agree with you 100%
Toyota is proven to be great at sudden unintended acceleration............ not going to take any chance on one
@@cwqrpportable It was a major fuck up, but to be fair, it can happen to any company.
@@bmw803 130k is nothing to brag about vs a Toyota, come back when you are at 230k - if you reach that, I think you got really lucky with your Ford.
The most unreliable suv in America period.
Stay away from Ford SUV. GMC or Chevy, Jeep, Buick SUV probably better Choice if you want to buy American vehicles. Ford Trucks ok. Good luck with Food SUV Transmission.
Never a ford! FOR REPAIRS DOWN the road!