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Ford Escape II 2.5 (177 Hp) Hybrid eCVT
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Ford Escape:
The Ford Escape is a compact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company from the 2001 to the 2026 model years across four generations, as Ford's first SUV derived from a car platform.
Introduced for model year 2005, the Escape's hybrid electric variant was both Ford's first hybrid-electric vehicle — and the first hybrid SUV in the U. S. market by any manufacturer. The Escape was sized between the Ford EcoSport and Ford Edge.
The first two generations used the Ford CD2 platform, jointly developed with Mazda, and was co-developed with two rebadged variants, the Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner. All three were marketed in North America, although the Mariner was not marketed in Canada. The Escape was marketed in Europe as the Ford Maverick for model years 2001- 2008....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Ford Escape (II). With 184 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1605 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
This generation of the Ford Escape was primarily sold in North America and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It received good safety ratings from US agencies like NHTSA and IIHS.
2.5 (177 Hp) Hybrid eCVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth power delivery with good low-end torque from the electric motor, suitable for most driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency for an SUV, especially in city driving, making it a key selling point.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and versatile SUV
- • Available hybrid powertrain for excellent fuel economy
- • Optional AWD for all-weather capability
- • Spacious interior and cargo capacity
- • Generally reliable and affordable to maintain
Cons:
- • Interior design feels dated by end of production
- • Ride can be firm and less refined than competitors
- • V6 engine is thirsty
- • Base 2.3L engine is underpowered
- • Limited Euro NCAP safety data (primarily US market)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2005 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escape |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 (177 Hp) Hybrid eCVT |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 153 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 61.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 184 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2495 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 110.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1605 |
| Max. weight: | 1986 |
| Max load: | 381 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1872 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 787 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 18.7° |
| Length: | 4437 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Width: | 1806 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Height: | 1778 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1979 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2065 mm |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Front overhang: | 856 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 960 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 211 mm |
| Approach angle: | 19.5° |
| Departure angle: | 27.8° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | eCVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Battery technology: | Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) |
| System power: | 177 Hp |
| Electric motor power: | 94 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| Battery voltage: | 330 V |
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