HUGE ELECTRIC RANGE! BUT WHAT ABOUT THE FUEL CONSUMPTION? FORD ESCAPE PHEV 70-MPH HIGHWAY MPG TEST

EV Channels Review

The 2021 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium was subjected to a 70-mph highway MPG test after a previous city-only range test. While the vehicle boasts impressive electric-only range, its highway fuel efficiency in hybrid mode, with a depleted battery, yielded a final result of 34.1 MPG. This figure falls short of the EPA's 37 MPG highway estimate, leading the reviewer to suggest that the standard hybrid might be a more suitable option for those prioritizing highway travel. Potential contributing factors to the lower-than-expected MPG include the added weight of the larger PHEV battery. Despite this, the reviewer acknowledges the Escape PHEV's strong around-town electric capabilities and its overall decent gas mileage, especially considering its starting price point and usable space. The vehicle's driver-assist features were noted as functional but lacking in confidence-inspiring calibration, with the infotainment system (Sync 3) and interior material quality also receiving minor critiques.