Ford Escape Hybrid

The Ford Escape Hybrid is still the cleanest and most fuel-efficient SUV in the world, combining the fuel economy and emissions benefits of a “full” hybrid with the go-anywhere capability, toughness and spaciousness of the Ford Escape.

2007 Ford Escape Hybrid

For 2007, The Escape Hybrid offers customers the choice of four new packages, combining a fresh look with infotainment and safety features and three new exterior colors.

A new powertrain lineup, with a more powerful and fuel-efficient 2.5-liter I-4 engine and a new six-speed automatic transmission, leads the list of enhancements for the 2009 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner models. Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner, the popular compact SUVs, boast better fuel economy, thanks to a combination of the new engine and fuel-saving six-speed transmission.

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid

Other fuel-efficiency measures, such as refined aerodynamics and new low-rolling-resistance tires, also enhance fuel economy while contributing to a quieter, more refined cabin environment.

LOS ANGELES, May 23, 2008 - Ford Motor Company is teaming up with the Los Angeles County Lifeguards, a division of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, to help save lives while protecting the environment. Today, Ford presented the squad with the first 10 of a fleet of 45 eco-friendly Escape Hybrids with Intelligent four-wheel-drive, specially equipped for use on rescue patrol along 72 miles of Southern California coastline.

Ford Escape Hybrid Lifeguard Vehicle

Highlights:
* Ford to provide a fleet of 45 customized Escape Hybrids to the Los Angeles County Ocean Lifeguards.
* The full-hybrid SUVs will be used for rescue patrol along 72 miles of Southern California coastline.

Tests Show up to 120 Miles per Gallon

SANTA ROSA, CA, Mar 10, 2008 -- Electric car pioneer ZAP (OTC BB:ZAAP.OB) is now offering plug-in hybrid conversion systems for the Toyota Prius and Ford Escape Hybrid through a collaboration agreement with Hybrids Plus.

Hybrid vehicles retrofitted with systems from Hybrids Plus of Boulder, Colorado can achieve a significantly greater fuel economy. In tests these systems increased hybrid fuel economy up to 120 miles per gallon in the city and up to 90 mpg on the highway. The cost for the conversion ranges from $24,000 to $36,000 depending on the vehicle and size of battery pack.

PLUGGED-IN AND ON ROAD

Dearborn, Mich., Dec. 11, 2007 – Ford Motor Company is aggressively advancing plug-in hybrid technology through two different applications on research demonstration vehicles as a way to help improve the functionality and durability of lithium-ion battery packs and the future commercialization of plug-in hybrid technology.

Highlights:
* First Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) delivered to Southern California Edison as part of unique partnership to advance commercialization of PHEVs; on-road testing underway.
* Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid with lithium-ion battery achieves up to 120 mpg.
* Ford Edge with HySeries Drive is world’s first drivable fuel cell hybrid electric vehicle with plug-in capability.

First Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) delivered to Southern California Edison as part of unique partnership to advance commercialization of PHEVs

ANAHEIM, Calif., Dec. 3 - Ford Motor Company’s first demonstration Escape Plug-In Hybrid is ready to roll on California roads. Ford today delivered the first of 20 research PHEVs to Southern California Edison to begin road testing as part of a unique partnership between the automaker and utility.

Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid

DEARBORN, Nov. 7, 2007 (By Rebecca Kavanagh, FCN) -- One of Jay Leno’s favorite cars -- among the dozens in his 17,000-square-foot private garage -- is a 100-year-old Baker Electric.

Representatives from Ford Motor Company were well aware of The Tonight Show host's fondness for this clean technology when they offered him a special test drive of the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-In this week.

NBC's "Green is Universal" week -- aimed at entertaining, informing and empowering Americans to lead greener lives, made for a perfect opportunity for members of Ford's Plug-In team to meet with Leno at his Burbank, Calif., garage to demonstrate the vehicle's capabilities and features. The team left the hybrid plug-in in Leno's capable hands to drive for a night.

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 25, 2007 -- Ford Motor Company today sponsored and participated in a special event to salute the Screen Actors Guild’s Award of Excellence Star on Hollywood Boulevard, which kicks off a year-long celebration of the SAG’s 75th anniversary.

Highlights:
* Ford Executive Chairman Bill Ford touts Ford’s long ties with entertainment industry and shared commitment to sustainability at kick-off breakfast for SAG’s 75th anniversary
* Caravan of Ford Escape Hybrids shuttle SAG members and VIPs to the Award of Excellence Star ceremony on Hollywood Boulevard

2008 Ford Escape Hybrid SUV Receives a New Look Inside and Out with Performance and Safety Improvements

The Ford Escape Hybrid is still the cleanest and most fuel-efficient SUV in the world, combining the fuel economy and emissions benefits of a full hybrid with the go-anywhere capability, toughness and spaciousness of the Ford Escape – America’s favorite small SUV.

2008 Ford Escape Hybrid

Highlights:
* Outstanding fuel economy. The 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid achieves up to 34 mpg in city driving – an improvement of nearly 14 percent compared to the 2007 model.

CHICAGO, Oct. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Living in the city means having some additional things to consider when purchasing a new car. While size is certainly an issue, city living presents other challenges as well.

In compiling a list of the best cars for city dwellers, Cars.com's automotive experts considered size, performance, ride quality and cabin comfort. They also looked at helpful features like parking sensors and backup cameras, and analyzed turning circles and stop-and-go gas mileage.