A flaw in the formula for the new Escape PHEV is that it is front-wheel-drive only, unlike its key competitors and the standard hybrid. It will also disappoint shoppers seeking confidence in all road conditions. 2021 Ford Escape PHEV Photo by Sami Haj-Assaad No AWD option The steering is a bit light and limp, but that isn’t a surprise in this class. ![]() I even enjoyed the crisp braking feel, which melded the regenerative braking system and standard brakes to feel like a normal experience. Even with winter tires, the vehicle had good road manners and would make for a good companion during the daily commute. The better news is that the Escape rides pretty decently, despite the nearly 400-pound weight difference from the all-wheel-drive gas models we’ve tested before. When the battery is depleted, the Escape PHEV acts like a traditional hybrid, returning 5.5 litres per 100 km in city driving conditions, 6.2 on the highway and 5.8 combined - identical to the non-plug-in Escape Hybrid model. Recouping that energy requires 10 to 11 hours on a Level 1 charger or three and a half hours on a Level 2 charger. The 61 km range should be adequate for most one-way commutes. The latter setting isn’t recommendable as it just makes the coarse internal combustion engine more noticeable and unbearable. The vehicle features a few different drive modes, and you can even arrange to save the battery range for another time or use the gas motor to charge up the battery. Commuter Review: 2021 Ford Escape SEL Hybrid. ![]()
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